Environmental events - November
Wednesday 1 November - Crymlyn Burrows Beach Clean
1.00pm, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus, Fabian Way SA1 8EN
Join this monthly beach clean to get some fresh air, gentle exercise and help keep Crymlyn Burrows special. All equipment is provided and if you can't make the start time, bags, gloves and pickers will be left at the boardwalk so you can join at any time until 3.00pm - just give as much or little time as you can spare. Open to students, staff and the wider community.
Please book on Eventbrite - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bay-beach-clean-tickets-459921957957.
Contact: Ben Sampson, wildlife@swansea.ac.uk
Wednesday 1 November - Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 1
1.00pm - 3.00pm, BikeAbility Wales, Dunvant Rugby Club, Killay, Swansea SA2 7RU
National Standards Road Safety Level 1 for children aged 8yrs upwards. Training takes place in a traffic-free environment at our venue. Trainees must be able to ride a bike. £25 per person.
Contact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or info@bikeabilitywales.org.uk
Thursday 2 November - Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 2
10.00am - 3.00pm, BikeAbility Wales, Dunvant Rugby Club, Killay, Swansea SA2 7RU
National Standards Road Safety Level 2 for ages 10yrs upwards. Training takes place on quieter residential roads. Trainees must have passed Level 1 training. £45 per person.
Contact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or info@bikeabilitywales.org.uk
Friday 3 November - Morning Playscheme on the Farm
10.00am - 12.00pm, Swansea Community Farm, 2 Pontarddulais Road, Fforestfach SA5 4BA
A wide range of themed activities including adventure play, bushcraft, sports games, woodwork, junk arts and crafts. For ages 8-16 years. Under 8's welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable clothing is advised. £1 per child.
Playscheme is funding dependent so please check www.swanseacommunityfarm.org.uk for confirmation.
Contact: Cerys Jones, 01792 578384
Friday 3 November - Afternoon Playscheme on the Farm
1.00pm - 3.00pm, Swansea Community Farm, 2 Pontarddulais Road, Fforestfach SA5 4BA
A wide range of themed activities including adventure play, bushcraft, sports games, woodwork, junk arts and crafts. For ages 8-16 years. Under 8's welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable clothing is advised. £1 per child.
Playscheme is funding dependent so please check www.swanseacommunityfarm.org.uk for confirmation.
Contact: Cerys Jones, 01792 578384
Sunday 5 November - Rosehill Quarry Volunteer Session
11.00am - 1.00pm, Rosehill Quarry, off Terrace Road, Mount Pleasant, Swansea SA1 6HU
Regular volunteer session: litter pick, maintenance and other general tasks. Come and explore a hidden gem close to Swansea city centre. Tea and coffee provided if weather suitable.
Check Facebook page for additional activities or changes to arrangements: https://www.facebook.com/groups/213944969114313/
Contact: Rhian on 07840 197175 or Viv on 07917 569263
Tuesday 7 November (and every Tuesday) - Rosehill Quarry Work Day
10.00am - 12noon, Rosehill Quarry, off Terrace Road, Mount Pleasant, Swansea SA1 6HU
Regular work session to help maintain this wildlife area and recreation space close to central Swansea. Tea and coffee provided if weather suitable.
Contact: Rhian on 07840 197175 or Viv on 07917 569263
Saturday 18 November - Kites + Dippers: Winter Birdwatching
10.00am - 12noon, call contact for location
Join Kites + Dippers to discover what birds call the UK their Winter home. For wildlife lovers aged 8-18 yrs.
Contact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, BSBonham@outlook.com / 07498 577495
Saturday 18 November - WWT Walk with a Warden
11.30am - 1.00pm, Llanelli Wetland Centre, Penclacwydd, Llanelli SA14 9SH
No need to book. Included in the admission fee (free to members). Meet the friendly expert guides at the information desk and they will help you spot the season's highlights. Learn how to look for subtle signs and identify some species. Suitable for all, on even, accessible paths. If you wish you can dip out along the way. Feel free to bring cameras or binoculars. Dress for the weather on the day.
For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/llanelli/whats-on/.
Contact: Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087
Saturday 25 November - Gower Society Youth Christmas Crafts
10.00am - 1.00pm, Scout Centre, Moorlakes Wood, Fairwood Common, next to Swansea Airport
Using natural materials from the woods, make Christmas decorations such as tree decorations, willow stars, wreaths, and garlands. Bring your own cup for mulled wine! We will be in the longhouse and roundhouse so there will be shelter and a fire but please wrap up warm and wear wellies. Suitable for families.
Tickets free. available on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gsy-christmas-crafts-tickets-522554684127?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Contact: Dawn Thomas 01792 392919 or dawn.thomas@reynoldston.com
Please note that information on events run by other organisations is published in good faith and Swansea Council cannot be held responsible for inaccuracies.