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SUMMARY:Science on Sundays - Broad ’n Mind: Broad beans for improved mental and planetary health
DESCRIPTION:Dr Nadia Mohd-Radzman\, Sainsbury Laboratory\nBroad beans or fava beans have unique properties that can tremendously benefit our mental health and promote sustainable agriculture. Beginning with a brief historical journey\, we will uncover how this ancient legume has nourished societies for centuries before exploring its renewed relevance today. We will then delve into the role of broad beans as a sustainable\, protein-rich crop and a promising functional food to improve our mental health. Finally\, the talk will highlight how plant biotechnology can unlock new possibilities for improving broad beans by enhancing their nutritional benefits while strengthening their environmental resilience in a changing climate. \nScience on Sundays is a programme of free\, informal\, monthly plant science talks taking place from March to August in the Botanic Garden. The series aims to bring the latest discoveries in plant science\, as well as research linked to the plant collection at the Garden\, to our visitors in a 30 minute nutshell.  \n\nFree with normal Garden admission.\nPlease check the website and social media for updates.\nSuitable for adults and children aged 12+. \nMore information \n\n 
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/science-on-sundays-may26/
LOCATION:Cambridge University Botanic Garden\, 1 Brookside\, Cambridge\, CB2 1JE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T085923Z
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SUMMARY:Gamlingay Eco Hub + Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided visit around Gamlingay village and hear about local perspectives on nature\, carbon reduction\, and community energy at the Eco Hub. \nTickets are free but please fill out this form \nPlease email cathy.lin@scambs.gov.uk if you have any questions or issues with booking. \nMeet at the Gamlingay Eco Hub (Gamlingay Community Centre) \n1pm – 2pm – Optional guided tour around the village\nThe day will start with an optional 1 hour walking tour from the Eco Hub through Mill Bridge Meadow\, where you will have a clear view of the Gamlingay Community Turbine which has been providing clean energy for the village since 2013! We will then continue through the Lowerfield\, St Mary’s Field Cemetery\, and the Gamlingay Foodbank and Fridge and back to the Eco Hub. The walk will be guided by community volunteers and will be entirely outdoors\, so please dress for the weather. \n2pm – 4pm – Talks & Refreshments at the Eco Hub\n2:15 pm\nGamlingay Community Turbine – a locally self-funded community energy scheme\nSpeaker: Chris Smith\, GCT manager \n2:35 pm\nGamlingay Climate Action Group – Biodiversity and project delivery in Gamlingay\nSpeaker: Emma Leaf Grimshaw\, Gamlingay Climate Action Group \n3:00 pm\nCommunity carbon initiatives – a Parish Council perspective\nSpeaker: Kirstin Rayner\, Gamlingay Parish Council Clerk \n3:15 pm\nHow Green is the Eco Hub? Walking and Talking tour of the Eco Hub\nSpeaker: Kate Laugharne\, Community Centre Manager \nCambridgeshire County Council’s Community Energy Team and South Cambridgeshire District Council’s Climate and Environment Team will also be on hand to answer your questions about related programmes.
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/gamlingay-eco-hub-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Gamlingay Eco Hub\, Stocks Ln\, Gamlingay\, Sandy\, SG19 3JR
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gamlingay Parish Council":MAILTO:clerk@gamlingay-pc.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131732Z
CREATED:20260504T131732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T131732Z
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SUMMARY:Gold from Newton's Apple Tree: Historical Recipes for Natural Inks\, Paints\, and Dyes
DESCRIPTION:Seminar Room\, Fitzwilliam Museum \nJoin Nabil Ali\, an artist affiliated with Cambridge University Botanic Garden\, as he introduces his new book ‘Gold from Newton’s Apple Tree’. The book looks at traditions from medieval manuscripts and contemporary art to examine pigments created from nature\, offering an insight into the craft behind historical plant-based colours. \n 
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/gold-from-newtons-apple-tree-historical-recipes-for-natural-inks-paints-and-dyes/
LOCATION:The Fitzwillam Museum\, Trumpington St\, Cambridge\, CB2 1RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T113000
DTSTAMP:20260601T161236Z
CREATED:20260601T161150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T161236Z
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SUMMARY:Walking with Veteran and Ancient Willows
DESCRIPTION:Join Cambridge City Council’s Tree and Biodiversity Officers for a guided walk exploring the veteran and ancient willows of Coe Fen and Sheep’s Green. \nWe will follow the willows as they weave across this special riverside landscape\, looking at how these characterful trees shape the fen\, frame the waterways\, and provide valuable habitat for wildlife. Along the way\, we will explore what makes a willow veteran or ancient\, why these trees are so important for biodiversity\, and how they connect people\, nature and place across one of Cambridge’s most distinctive green spaces. \nExpect an engaging\, informal walk with time to look closely at these remarkable trees\, learn about the wildlife they support\, and understand more about their role in the living landscape. \nMeeting point: Crofters Café\, Lammas LandDate: Saturday 6 June 2026Time: 10:30am
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/walking-with-veteran-and-ancient-willows/
LOCATION:Coe Fen and Sheeps Green\, Crofter's Cafe\, Lammas Land\, Cambridge
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T103859Z
CREATED:20260523T122933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T103859Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Resilient Gardening Tour
DESCRIPTION:Many of us are seeing the impact that the changing climate is having on our gardens\, so this a great opportunity to learn how the garden team at Wimpole Estate are mitigating against some of those changes. Senior gardener Joe will lead you through the climate resilience projects underway in the walled garden\, open up discussions\, take your questions and share some practical tips. \nBook your place and meet at the entrance to the Walled Garden\, this is an approximate 15 minute walk from the entrance of the estate. \nThis is a free event\, non-members will need to pay for admission. Booking not necessary. \nEntrance to the Walled Garden\, this is an approximate 15 minute walk from the Visitor Welcome Building. Mobility Buggy is available on request. \n\n6-14 June 2026 \nThis event is also part of the UK-wide Great Big Green Week. \nDiscover more GBGW events in Cambridge
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/climate-resilient-gardening-tour/
LOCATION:Wimpole Hall\, Wimpole Estate\, Arrington\,\, Royston\, SG8 0BW
CATEGORIES:Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T170835Z
CREATED:20260331T174939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T170835Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening\, Climate Change and Us
DESCRIPTION:Join Clive Boase from Climate Change Gardening for an inspiring talk on how shifting weather patterns are transforming our gardens\, plants\, and local wildlife — and discover simple\, powerful actions you can take to make a difference. \nLook out for green events in Cambridgeshire Libraries during Great Big Green Week\, 6-14 June!
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/gardening-climate-change-and-us/
LOCATION:Bar Hill Library\, Gladeside\, Bar Hill\, Cambridge\, CB23 8DY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T195632Z
CREATED:20260504T173042Z
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SUMMARY:Beating the Bounds of Stourbridge Common
DESCRIPTION:Before paper maps\, commoners would make an annual circuit of the boundaries of their common land\, to show children where the boundaries lay\, to pass on folk memory. Join us to “Beat the Bounds” of Stourbridge Common and celebrate its history\, trees\, plants\, and wildlife. We’ll stop at various places to hear about \n\nThe history of enclosures in Cambridge\nColdham’s Brook and the Great Chalk Stream Project\nBlack Poplar trees\nCattle\, grazing and their importance for biodiversity\nForaging\n\nSchedule\n11 am: Meet at the Children’s Playground\n11.15 am: Guided walk around the Common\n12:30 pm: “Bring your own” picnic in the play area – join a creative art activity for\nchildren\, and a display about Stourbridge Common. \nAll welcome – no booking required! \nWhat to expect: \n\nA leisurely (child’s pace) walk around the edges of Stourbridge Common\nPauses to gather and hear short talks about aspects of the Common\, aimed at\nchildren\nWillow switches will be provided\nUneven grassy paths\, can be muddy\nCattle are grazing\, please be aware\nNo toilets
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/beating-the-bounds-of-stourbridge-common-2026/
LOCATION:Stourbridge Common
CATEGORIES:Children,Outdoors,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Stourbridge Common":MAILTO:friendsofstourbridge@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260614T075110Z
CREATED:20260603T092244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T075110Z
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SUMMARY:Drought & Flood: The New Normals for the Cambridge Landscape
DESCRIPTION:A public talk and discussion on designing for climate resilience through projects and practices in Cambridge. \nPart of the ongoing exhibition Water\, Land & the City: Towards a Sponge Cambridge\, this public talk brings together Daniel Lee (Teasels Design) and Yair Perry (Water Sensitive Cambridge) to explore how Cambridge’s landscapes can respond to the growing challenges of drought and flooding through community gardens\, rain gardens\, and water-sensitive design. \nThis is a free ticketed event. Reserve your spot here. 
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/drought-flood/
LOCATION:Cambridge Room\, Unit 55\, Grafton Centre\, Cambridge
CATEGORIES:Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T170513Z
CREATED:20260519T082009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T170513Z
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SUMMARY:The Hedge & the Hog: Helping Wildlife One Verge at a Time
DESCRIPTION:What do wild verges have to do with hedgehogs?\nHow do you make your garden more wildlife friendly?\nHow can you use less pesticides and increase biodiversity on the land you manage?\n\nFind out the answer to these questions in this interactive webinar with\nOn the Verge Cambridge\nPesticide-Free Cambridge\nShepreth Hedgehog Hospital\nHiston and Impington (HI) Hedgehog Champions and HI Green Spaces\n\nLearn about the knock-on effects of pesticide and herbicide use\, how it impacts local wildlife\, and what alternative things you can do to help wildlife thrive. HI Hedgehog Champions and Green Spaces will share their experience and practical tips on how to implement changes in your neighbourhood – meet Eric\, and other hedgehogs that have been released back into the wild.\n\n\nThis workshop is open to everyone who is interested\, and free of charge.\nSign up here Hedgehogs and Verges Webinar – Fill in form
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/the-hedge-the-hog-helping-wildlife-one-verge-at-a-time/
CATEGORIES:Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Cambridgeshire District Council":MAILTO:climateandenvironment@scambs.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260401T152211Z
CREATED:20260328T130207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T152211Z
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SUMMARY:Science on Sundays - Large‑scale nature recovery
DESCRIPTION:What are the key ingredients for successful large‑scale nature recovery?\nProfessor David Coomes\, Department of Plant Sciences \nScience on Sundays is a programme of free\, informal\, monthly plant science talks taking place from March to August in the Botanic Garden. The series aims to bring the latest discoveries in plant science\, as well as research linked to the plant collection at the Garden\, to our visitors in a 30 minute nutshell.  \n\nFree with normal Garden admission.\nPlease check the website and social media for updates.\nSuitable for adults and children aged 12+. \n\n 
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/science-on-sundays-june26/
LOCATION:Cambridge University Botanic Garden\, 1 Brookside\, Cambridge\, CB2 1JE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260621T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260621T213000
DTSTAMP:20260514T203805Z
CREATED:20260507T154413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203805Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Cam River Rights Festival
DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Cam will hold its 6th River Rights Festival and reaffirm the river’s rights. \nFriends of the Cam River Rights Festival\nDate: 21st June\nTime 16.30 – 21.30\nWhere: Jesus Green\, (between the kiosk and the tennis courts).\nRiver Rights Declaration: 18.00\nArt Activities for Children\, Choirs\, Singers\, Bands\, dancing.
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/friends-of-the-cam-river-rights-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Jesus Green\, Jesus Green\,\, Cambridge\, CB5 8BL
CATEGORIES:Children,Outdoors,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the River Cam":MAILTO:contact@friendsofthecam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T120846Z
CREATED:20260328T125740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T120846Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk at Wellbrook Way
DESCRIPTION:Join the Girton Local Nature Recovery Plan group to find out more about the work which has been done to encourage biodiversity around Wellbrook Way in Girton. Explore plant life with expert help and find out what you can do to encourage wildlife in the local area. Meet opposite the William Collyn centre at 6pm. \n 
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-wellbrook-way/
LOCATION:William Collyn Community Centre\, Wellbrook Way\, Girton\, CB3 0GP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Girton Local Nature Recovery Plan Group":MAILTO:lnrp@girton-pc.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260508T195105Z
CREATED:20260508T192313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T195105Z
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SUMMARY:Six Inches of Soil + Panel
DESCRIPTION:This showing of the inspiring story of British farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food – to heal the soil\, benefit our health and provide for local communities takes place at the Stapleford Village Weekend. The film will be followed by a short talk from a panel of experts\, including the film’s producer\, Claire Mackenzie. \nAbout the Film\n\nSix Inches of Soil tells the inspiring story of young English farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food – to heal the soil and our health and provide for local communities. \nHalf the food we eat in the UK is produced by about 180\,000 farmers\, who manage 70 per cent of our land. Current “industrial” mainstream farming practices significantly contribute to soil degradation\, biodiversity loss and climate change. Regenerative farming practices within an agroecological system promote healthier soils\, provide healthier\, affordable food\, restore biodiversity and sequester carbon. \n\n\n \n\n\nThe film is a story of three new farmers in the first year of their regenerative journey to heal the soil and help transform the food system – Anna Jackson\, a Lincolnshire 11th-generation arable and sheep farmer; Adrienne Gordon\, a Cambridgeshire small-scale vegetable farmer; and Ben Thomas\, who rears pasture-fed beef cattle in Cornwall. \nAs the trio of young farmers strives to adopt regenerative practices and create viable businesses\, they meet seasoned mentors who help them on their journey. They are joined by other experts who provide wisdom and solutions from a growing movement of people dedicated to changing the trajectory of food\, farming\, and the planet. \n\nBook tickets
URL:https://cambridgenaturenetwork.org/event/six-inches-of-soil-panel/
LOCATION:Stapleford Pavillon\, Gog Magog Way\, Stapleford\, Cambridge\, CB22 5BQ
CATEGORIES:Film,Talk
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