Lansdown Community Composting Club is the first such site in Gloucestershire. It is a local group formed to promote the management of garden waste in an efficient, sustainable and eco-friendly way. It is located within the grounds of Well Close House, Lansdown Parade. Membership of the club is £15/year/household. Membership automatically enrols you has a […]
Preparing for a no spend year by Jennifer Dawson
Preparing For A No Spend Year: What You And The Environment Stand To Gain, And How To Kickstart It As household debt in UK households rises and the impacts of climate change continue to be felt, many consumers have shifted their focus to minimise their spending and do their part for their environment, such as through reducing their […]
The Essential Guide To Flood Planning & Preparation
The guide offers lots of helpful information such as: Understanding the risk of floods – such as knowing if you live in a high-risk flood region and learning about the different types of flooding that pose a risk to both homes and businesses. How to plan and prepare for flooding – this includes having an […]
Free Gentle Pilates sessions
Free Pilates session for men and women from 1:00 -2:00 pm at Oasis Centre, Cassin drive, GL51 7SY Cheltenham. Pre-book your place Contact Vicky 07934 977 171 or E-mail her on ABCpilates@btinternet.com. Spaces still available. Come and try out the session and see how you feel.
Seasonal Recipes for Low Carbon Eating
Here are some tasty suggestions using locally sourced ingredients. Do send us your favourite recipes for inclusion on this page. Seasonal Recipes for May Monday: Leek Risotto Tuesday: Cabbage & Lentil Gratin Wednesday: Asparagus Frittata Thursday: Vegetable Rosti Cakes Friday: Cabbage & Pea Curry Saturday: Purple Sprouting Broccoli with Herby Crumbs Sunday: Vegetable Pie […]
Autumn Recipes
LEEK FRITTERS 2 tbsp rapeseed oil 2 large leeks, white and light green parts only halved lengthwise, sliced thinly and washed salt and pepper 4 large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs 3/4 teaspoon allspice (optional) 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 1/4 teaspoon chilli flakes (optional) oil for shallow frying 1. Heat the rapeseed oil […]
LydneyRepair Cafe (Yorkley)
Lydney Repair Cafe operates between 11:00 – 1:00 2nd Sat of the month at Yorkley Community Centre, 2 Bailey Hill, Yorkley, Lydney GL15 4RS New repairers always welcome.