About us
If you are interested in reducing your carbon footprint or simply helping the planet in some way then this is the group for you.
We will be giving eco tips and advice to everyone living an urban lifestyle. Also, having interesting debates and informative sessions to discover how we can all minimise our impact on the planet.
Upcoming events
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Litter Pick - Downham Woodland Walk (SE London)
Downham Woodland Walk, Moorside Rd Entrance, 223 Moorside Rd, Bromley BR1 5EY, UK, Bromley, GBJoin the Eco Around Community for a litter-pick walk in Downham, facilitated by Biljana.
Downham Woodland Walk is a local nature reserve and a narrow strip of mostly ancient woodland. It's part of the Green Chain Walk and stretches for about a mile. Rich in flora and fauna, it’s home to old oak and ash trees and a variety of birds.
The area is frequently enjoyed by Downham residents and their pets. While maintained by Lewisham Council, contributing to the nature reserve's additional clear-up would be much appreciated.
When:
Saturday, 30 May, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pmWhere:
The litter pick will start at the Moorside Rd entrance to Downham Woodland Walk, and we’ll make our way through to the Oakridge Rd exit near Barnardo’s.Use the What3Words navigation below to see the exact meeting points.
Start: what3words: ///flown.rounds.agents
Finish: what3words: ///famous.drag.tunedWe are planning to have some optional drinks/food afterwards, most likely at the Beckenham Place Park.
How to dress and what to bring:
Appropriate footwear, no open-toed shoes and we recommend some waterproofs (just in case). We have some gloves, bin bags and litter pickers but feel free to bring your own and a refillable water bottle in case you get thirsty. Hand Sanitiser is also useful.Updates:
Unless there is a heavy rain forecast, we will stick to our plans. Please check the event for updates.Photo Consent:
We plan to take general pictures and a group picture to document the activity and help us promote future online events. If you wish not to be in the pictures, let us know.7 attendees
Litter Pick - Catford/Ladywell - Waterlink Way (SE London)
Catford, Catford SE6, London, GBJoin the Eco Around Community for a litter-pick walk from Catford to Ladywell along the Waterlink Way, facilitated by Biljana.
Waterlink Way connects several parks and green spaces in Lewisham borough, following the Pool and Raversbourne rivers. It stretches 8 miles from South Northwood Country Park to the Cutty Sark ship in Greenwich.
Considered one of South London’s hidden gems, it not only provides an enjoyable route to walkers and cyclists, but it also improves habitats for aquatic wildlife.
While maintained by Lewisham Council, contributing to the Waterlink Way’s extra clear-up would be much appreciated.
When:
Saturday, 27 June, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pmWhere:
We’ll start from Halfords in Catford and make our way under the Catford Bridge, entering the Ladywell Fields. Following the Ravensbourne River, along the Waterlink Way, we’ll finish the walk exiting on the Ladywell Rd.Use the What3Words navigation below to see the exact meeting points.
Start: what3words: ///dash.liver.flip
Finish: what3words: ///legal.brass.tigersWe are planning to have some optional drinks/food afterwards.
How to dress and what to bring:
Appropriate footwear, no open-toed shoes and we recommend some waterproofs (just in case). We have some gloves, bin bags and litter pickers but feel free to bring your own and a refillable water bottle in case you get thirsty. Hand Sanitiser is also useful.Updates:
Unless there is a heavy rain forecast, we will stick to our plans. Please check the event for updates.Photo Consent:
We plan to take general pictures and a group picture to document the activity and help us promote future online events. If you wish not to be in the pictures, let us know.3 attendees
Litter Pick - Lewisham/Deptford (SE London)
Lewisham National Rail and DLR station, Nearest postcode: SE13 7RY, London, GBJoin the Eco Around Community for a litter-pick walk from Lewisham DLR station to Deptford Bridge station along the Waterlink Way, facilitated by Biljana.
Waterlink Way connects several parks and green spaces in Lewisham borough, following the Pool and Raversbourne rivers. It stretches 8 miles from South Northwood Country Park to the Cutty Sark ship in Greenwich.
Considered one of South London’s hidden gems, it not only provides an enjoyable route to walkers and cyclists, but it also improves habitats for aquatic wildlife.
While maintained by Lewisham Council, contributing to the Waterlink Way’s extra clear-up would be much appreciated.
When:
Saturday, 1 August, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pmWhere:
We’ll start from Lewisham DLR station and follow the Ravensbourne River along the Waterlink Way, cutting through Brookmill Park, and finishing at Deptford Bridge DLR station.Use the What3Words navigation below to see the exact meeting points.
Start: what3words: ///survey.ruler.labs
Finish: what3words: ///honey.page.landsWe are planning to have some optional drinks/food afterwards.
How to dress and what to bring:
Appropriate footwear, no open-toed shoes and we recommend some waterproofs (just in case). We have some gloves, bin bags and litter pickers but feel free to bring your own and a refillable water bottle in case you get thirsty. Hand Sanitiser is also useful.Updates:
Unless there is a heavy rain forecast, we will stick to our plans. Please check the event for updates.Photo Consent:
We plan to take general pictures and a group picture to document the activity and help us promote future online events. If you wish not to be in the pictures, let us know.3 attendees
Litter Pick - Catford/Sydenham - Waterlink Way (SE London)
Catford, Catford SE6, London, GBJoin the Eco Around Community for a litter-pick walk from Catford to Sydenham along the Waterlink Way, facilitated by Biljana.
Waterlink Way connects several parks and green spaces in Lewisham borough, following the Pool and Raversbourne rivers. It stretches 8 miles from South Northwood Country Park to the Cutty Sark ship in Greenwich.
Considered one of South London’s hidden gems, it not only provides an enjoyable route to walkers and cyclists, but it also improves habitats for aquatic wildlife.
While maintained by Lewisham Council, contributing to the Waterlink Way’s extra clear-up would be much appreciated.
When:
Saturday, 29 Aug, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pmWhere:
We’ll start from Halfords in Catford and follow the Pool River along the Waterlink Way, finishing at B&Q in Sydenham.Use the What3Words navigation below to see the exact meeting points.
Start: what3words: ///dash.liver.flip
Finish: what3words: ///note.news.shortWe are planning to have some optional drinks/food afterwards.
How to dress and what to bring:
Appropriate footwear, no open-toed shoes and we recommend some waterproofs (just in case). We have some gloves, bin bags and litter pickers but feel free to bring your own and a refillable water bottle in case you get thirsty. Hand Sanitiser is also useful.Updates:
Unless there is a heavy rain forecast, we will stick to our plans. Please check the event for updates.Photo Consent:
We plan to take general pictures and a group picture to document the activity and help us promote future online events. If you wish not to be in the pictures, let us know.3 attendees
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