The countdown has begun to BTCV Skelton Grange Environment Centre’s biggest Open Day yet. Saturday 12th September will see a huge range of activities for all the family to enjoy as the centre in South Leeds opens its doors to everyone for a food- and woodland-themed extravaganza.
Create your own bicycle-powered smoothie, learn traditional green woodworking skills, find out how to grow mushrooms, discover the art of firelighting in the bushcraft area, make a relaxing herbal bath treat, and explore our veg garden for some foodie freebies and food-growing advice. Or try face-painting, felt-making, storytelling, stone-painting and follow the discovery trail. Then put your feet up in the café and enjoy some home-made sweet and savoury snacks, or visit the herbal tea stall for an invigorating cuppa!
The day will run from 11am til 4pm, and admission is just £1 for adults and free for children. Full details including directions can be found on the centre’s website www.skeltongrange.org.uk. The Open Day is supported by the Co-operative and the National Lottery through Big Lottery Fund and Breathing Places. A Co-operative membership stand will be present on the day.
“Our action-packed Open Day is a great opportunity for everyone to come and explore our environment centre,” said Centre Manager Caroline Crossley. “There really will be something for everyone to enjoy, so come along and join in the fun!”
Co-operative membership officer Linda Gomila said: “The popularity of producing your own food is spreading. Our role is to support community activity and by joining with BTCV and backing these events, we can help the gardeners of Leeds to grow their own.”
“We would encourage Co-operative members to come along and find out more about the work of the BTCV and at the same time, BTCV members can learn about the work we do.”
Skelton Grange Environment Centre is an innovative environmental education project near Hunslet in South Leeds, which is a partnership between BTCV and National Grid with support from Leeds City Council. It offers a range of fun, hands-on environmental education activities for schoolchildren which aim to encourage an interest in the natural world.