We have some ticketed events as part of #GBGW, so if you're interested in these you'll need to grab tickets as soon as possible as spaces are limited.

This June, residents in Stratford District are coming together for good as part of the Great Big Green Week, the UK’s biggest celebration of community-led action for climate and nature. We've got loads of events and activities planned that we'll be telling you all about in the coming weeks. #GBGW

The next "Eco-Craft-Along" is on Saturday 23rd May 10.30-11.30am at the Climate Hub, 30 Meer Street, CV37 6QB. Emily will be introducing people to appliqué. Free - just pop along and join in! #crafting #sewing #StratfordUponAvon

A new "Carbon Copy" podcast just released in which Emily and Jon chat about the 7th UK Carbon Budget, the effects of the #Iran war and what we can do in local communities. #ClimateChange www.mixcloud.com/RTRNetZero/c...

I know folk in @suaclimate.bsky.social have been talking to @warwickshirecc.bsky.social and @stratforddc.bsky.social about divesting their pension schemes from #FossilFuels, but it looks like there might be a sneaky backdoor that needs closing. www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2026...

We are currently recycling electronic equipment at the climate hub (30 Meer Street, near the library) as well as used VHS cassettes, pens and other stationery, medical blister packs & dental plastics.

This month’s SCA meeting will be this Wedneday, 22nd April, at 7:30 pm, at the Net Zero Climate Hub.

Two weeks until our next #RepairCafe in the Methodist Church Hall on Saturday 2nd May. Start looking out those things that need fixing! www.repaircafe.org/en/cafe/stra...

Have you seen our "Pick-n-Fix" stock list? These are screws, nuts & bolts, nails, tacks, washers, hooks and other #DIY items that have been donated from local sheds & cupboards, and you can pick from for free instead of having to buy a whole new pack. netzerostratford.org.uk/pick-and-fix/

Stratford-on-Avon District Council has recorded the highest household waste recycling rate in England for 2024/25. No, it's not an April Fool's joke! Thank you to all our residents who are committed to recycling right every day. And to our waste partners, Biffa! More in the link below

We want your views 🌍 SDC has launched a public consultation on the Climate Change Panel. Have your say and help shape future climate action in the District. The consultation is running until the 20th April: https://orlo.uk/uZFwC

The "Give-n-Take" folk have a #seeds and #plant swap in the Methodist church hall today from 10am. #StratfordUponAvon #gardening

Ok, it isn't as windy as we thought it might be (in fact there's not even a breeze at the moment) but you can still bring broken things to the #RepairCafe today 10am-2pm. Did we mention we have refreshments available whilst you await a repair?

Looking for something to do on Saturday out of the wind? Why not bring something broken along to our #RepairCafe to see if one of the volunteers can fix it? 10am to 2pm at the Methodist Church Hall. Repairs are free but donations welcome.

For clarification, these events are open to anyone: you just need to book using the Eventbrite link.

Here's a link to book onto our next #CarbonLiteracy training course on Wednesday 13 May and Wednesday 20 May for RSA Friends and Fellows: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carbon-lit...

Brits rush to solar with inquiries for installations up 40 per cent. ☀️ Firms have seen a substantial increase in inquiries since the end of February. This comes as the price per watt of panels has dropped by a similar percentage since 2020. www.thetimes.com/article/7a34...

Heads up: the next #CarbonLiteracy course will take place on Wednesday May 13th & 20th (two week course). Drop into the Climate Hub in Meer Street to find out more.

Want to know how much #energy individual appliances are using? Great to spot big costs during the #CostOfLiving crisis. We've got five plug in energy monitors for people to borrow for a £5 returnable deposit. Pop into the Climate Hub in 30 Meer Street, #StratfordUponAvon to find out more.

Arctic winter sea ice hits record low, again. The 2026 figure is 1.36km2 smaller than the 1981-2010 average, about twice the size of Texas. Just less than last year's record-breaking low, sea ice in the Artic has now likely reached its furthest winter extent. www.carbonbrief.org/very-alarmin...

Going to be a bit chilly tomorrow morning in #StratfordUponAvon so why not pop along to the Climate Hub at 30 Meer Street to warm up and also learn a bit of crochet at Emily's co-craft-along?

Reminder: there's a week to go until the next "Eco-craft-along" with Emily at the Climate Hub. She's going to be teaching people how to #crochet and make a "granny square" (part of a larger crocheted blanket). Learn tips and tricks, plus have a natter about #crafts and a cuppa! #StratfordUponAvon

There is a survey running until 14th April about @warwickshirecc.bsky.social Council Plan 2026-30. Look out for them saying whether the county council should be pulling back on its Net Zero programme, which we obviously wouldn't want it to do! ask.warwickshire.gov.uk/bi/recalibra...

Want to know how much #energy individual appliances are using? Great to spot big costs during the #CostOfLiving crisis. We've got five plug in energy monitors for people to borrow for a £5 returnable deposit. Pop into the Climate Hub in 30 Meer Street, #StratfordUponAvon to find out more.

We know how to radically cut emissions as is proven by the IEA 10-point plan to cut oil usage. That we do not do this *permanently* is honestly unacceptable. 1. Working from home for 3 workdays, for those whose jobs allow, could cut oil consumption from cars by 2%-6% (~20% for individuals) 1/2

Reminder: there's a week to go until the next "Eco-craft-along" with Emily at the Climate Hub. She's going to be teaching people how to #crochet and make a "granny square" (part of a larger crocheted blanket). Learn tips and tricks, plus have a natter about #crafts and a cuppa! #StratfordUponAvon

This week's Arts Council England and Historic England Decarbonisation Plan webinar focuses on the different types of surveys that can be undertaken and how building performance is evaluated to develop a Decarbonisation Plan. Register for Thursday's webinar now! buff.ly/0tIBWnQ

Thanks to way time works, this meeting is now on this evening! 7.30pm at the Climate Hub in Meer Street, #StratfordUponAvon.

Worried about watering your #garden in future heatwaves? Or coping with #flooding? @warwickshirecc.bsky.social have partnered with @gardenorganicuk.bsky.social to run an online workshop "Make your outdoor space water smart" on March 18th at 7pm us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

We now have a lot more going on at the Net Zero Climate hub. See leaflet below. We are also currently offering recycling collections for old VHS cassettes. The climate hub is open Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm (not first Sat of the month, as closed for repair cafe).

Want to up your crafting and reuse skills? Eco-craftalong, 28th March, 10:30 am - 1 pm - learn to crochet a granny square with Emily

Book club, 23rd March, 3 pm: Patrick Grant's Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish: How Having Fewer, Better Things Can Make Us Happier, 3 pm in the climate hub. The book will be presented by someone who has read it, so you don't have to.

A reminder that the monthly Stratford Climate Action meeting is on tomorrow evening (Tuesday 17th March), at 7:30 pm at the Net Zero Climate Hub (30 Meer St, Stratford, CV37 6QB). All welcome to pop along to discuss our ongoing plans and projects.

#DirtyBusiness exposed the human cost of profit before public health. Our water system won’t be fixed with tinkering. It needs public ownership. I’ve asked my MP to attend the MP drop-in on 17th March & hear that message directly from sewage campaigners: actionnetwork.org/letters/ask-...

The next "Rubbish Friends" community litter pick is on Sunday 22 March, 10.00am - 12 noon, with teas and coffees available afterwards. Location: Bishopton Community Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB

Our next "Eco-Craft-Along Club" is on 28th March 10:30 - 11.30 at the NetZero Climate Hub, 30 Meer Street. Emily will show you the basics of #crochet to make a "granny square"

Got some old VHS tapes lurking in a cupboard and wondering if you can recycle them? We can help! We're collecting old VHS video cassettes for the Eco-Workshop who then dismantle and recycle them. Just bring them to the Climate Hub in Meer Street.

This event is just one the events organised by River Hope around the theme of river rights. For more information about the range of events see the link below. www.riverhope.org.uk/the-gatherin...

On Friday 13th March, there will be an all day event, Living With Water, Now and Into the Future, at Crowne Plaza hotel, discussing the future of local water systems. The event lasts from 9 am to 5 pm, and attendance is free, but you do need to pre-register. www.riverhope.org.uk/events/livin...

Our next "Eco-Craft-Along Club" is on 28th March 10:30 - 11.30 at the NetZero Climate Hub, 30 Meer Street. Emily will show you the basics of #crochet to make a "granny square"

Today is the first Saturday of the month so that means it is #RepairCafe day! Bring your broken items to the Methodist church hall between 10am and 2pm to see if our volunteer repairers can fix them. Repairs are best effort and free, but we welcome donations to help cover costs. 🔧🪡🚲🪛

🚨 The Environment Agency has advised against swimming in the River Avon in Stratford-upon-Avon as pollution has entered the river The Environment Agency are responsible for investigating pollution incidents, such as this, in rivers Report concerns here: 0800 80 70 60

Don't forget that we have a *weekly* #Community #Kitchen event every Friday evening from 5-7pm at the Ken Kennett Centre on Justins Avenue. Chefs prepare fresh food that would otherwise be wasted, and you pay what you feel the meal is worth. Bring a doggy bag too take extras home!

Don't forget the #RepairCafe in #StratfordUponAvon is this coming Saturday, 10am-2pm in the Methodist Church Hall in Old Town. Bring your broken stuff to get fixed!

🛠️ It’s Repair Week 2026! ♻️ Got something broken? Don’t bin it — fix it! Local repair cafés across Stratford‑on‑Avon District are ready to help you mend clothes, tech, home items and more. 📍 Follow the link on the comments section below to find your nearest cafe👇

Future date for your diary: our next SCA meeting is on Tuesday 17th March. The location has yet to be confirmed. If you think you can make it please let us know at the link below as we're trialing a new event booking system! www.tickettailor.com/events/strat...

On Friday 13th March, there will be an all day event, Living With Water, Now and Into the Future, at Crowne Plaza hotel, discussing the future of local water systems. The event lasts from 9 am to 5 pm, and attendance is free, but you do need to pre-register. www.riverhope.org.uk/events/livin...

Have your say! Stratford-on-Avon District Council has opened a public consultation on a draft Interim Policy Position Statement, as part of its approach to recovering a five-year housing land supply: https://orlo.uk/BIvoA The consultation will be open until 5pm on Monday 9 March

Citizen scientists tell us how polluted the river is in Stratford-upon-Avon and we know that the Old Bathing Place isn’t safe for bathing - please sign: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/en...

The first seesion of the EcoCraftalong group took place on Saturday 21st February and Emily showed everyone how to make a scrunchie. There was even a pattern to take away! Next EcoCraftalong on 28th March at the Climate hub.