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Upcoming Events

  • Biodiversity Net Gain on the Ground - Opportunities and Pitfalls
    Biodiversity Net Gain on the Ground - Opportunities and Pitfalls
    Wed, 09 Oct
    Wildfell Centre for Env. Recovery
    09 Oct 2024, 09:00 – 13:00
    Wildfell Centre for Env. Recovery, Wethersfield, Essex, UK
    09 Oct 2024, 09:00 – 13:00
    Wildfell Centre for Env. Recovery, Wethersfield, Essex, UK
    Join FWAG East for a tour of 'Wildfell' - a trailblazing new Biodiversity Net Gain site on 300 acres of former arable land in Wethersfield, Essex, to discover how opportunities for nature recovery can be financed through Net Gain and successfully established on the ground.
  • Healthy Hedgerows - Management and Funding Options
    Healthy Hedgerows - Management and Funding Options
    Tue, 15 Oct
    Kimpton
    15 Oct 2024, 09:30 – 14:00
    Kimpton, Kimpton, Hitchin SG4, UK
    15 Oct 2024, 09:30 – 14:00
    Kimpton, Kimpton, Hitchin SG4, UK
    FWAG East is partnering with Catchment Sensitive Farming and Hedgelink this autumn in an event which explores how your hedgerows can deliver for the environment AND your pocket! Includes workshop, lunch and farm walk - don't miss out, book now!
  • Introduction to Hedgelaying Workshop
    Introduction to Hedgelaying Workshop
    Wed, 20 Nov
    Hedgelife
    20 Nov 2024, 08:30 – 13:30
    Hedgelife, Abbess Roding, Ongar, Essex, CM5, UK
    20 Nov 2024, 08:30 – 13:30
    Hedgelife, Abbess Roding, Ongar, Essex, CM5, UK
    A practical introductory workshop on the ancient craft of hedgelaying aimed at curious, hands-on, hedge-conscious farmers and land managers.
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Past Events

  • Jewel of the Fens - Guided Walk at Chippenham Fen
    Jewel of the Fens - Guided Walk at Chippenham Fen
    Tue, 02 Jul
    Chippenham
    02 Jul 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    Chippenham, Park Farm Cottage, Snailwell Road, Chippenham, Fordham, Ely CB7 5QB, UK
    02 Jul 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    Chippenham, Park Farm Cottage, Snailwell Road, Chippenham, Fordham, Ely CB7 5QB, UK
    Accompany FWAG East on a privileged insight into the fenland gem that is Chippenham Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambs. This 250 acre, internationally important site is one of a handful of remnant fens making up the Fenland Special Area of Conservation. Sausages, burgers and refreshments included.
  • FWAG East Farm Conservation Awards Evening
    FWAG East Farm Conservation Awards Evening
    Wed, 19 Jun
    Mee Farmers
    19 Jun 2024, 17:30 – 20:30
    Mee Farmers, Fotheringhay Rd, Peterborough PE8 6QX, UK
    19 Jun 2024, 17:30 – 20:30
    Mee Farmers, Fotheringhay Rd, Peterborough PE8 6QX, UK
    Join us for a farm tour of last year’s Conservation Award winner, followed by supper and the announcement of the 2024 winner.
  • Making the most of your floristic margins and plots
    Making the most of your floristic margins and plots
    Wed, 05 Jun
    Manor Farm (Royston Self Storage)
    05 Jun 2024, 10:30 – 13:30
    Manor Farm (Royston Self Storage), B1039, Royston SG8 8HJ, UK
    05 Jun 2024, 10:30 – 13:30
    Manor Farm (Royston Self Storage), B1039, Royston SG8 8HJ, UK
    Enjoy a farm walk to learn about the rare chalk butterflies and their habitat needs.
  • Hedgerow Health Check - Hedgerow Assessment Workshop
    Hedgerow Health Check - Hedgerow Assessment Workshop
    Wed, 08 May
    Littlebury Green
    08 May 2024, 10:00 – 13:00
    Littlebury Green, Littlebury Green, Saffron Walden CB11 4XB, UK
    08 May 2024, 10:00 – 13:00
    Littlebury Green, Littlebury Green, Saffron Walden CB11 4XB, UK
    Learn how to undertake your hedgerow assessment. Due to the high demand for this event, a waiting list will be in place, and there is a possibility of adding additional dates. To express your interest, please contact alice.clark@fwageast.org.uk.
  • Confused about SFI? - Essex event
    Confused about SFI? - Essex event
    Tue, 05 Dec
    Bocking Village Hall
    05 Dec 2023, 09:30 – 11:30
    Bocking Village Hall, Church St, Braintree CM7 5LA, UK
    05 Dec 2023, 09:30 – 11:30
    Bocking Village Hall, Church St, Braintree CM7 5LA, UK
    A free practical workshop to help you get to grips with SFI and how it can sit alongside existing schemes such a Countryside Stewardship scheme.
  • Confused about SFI? - Cambs/Northants event
    Confused about SFI? - Cambs/Northants event
    Tue, 28 Nov
    Alconbury Sports & Social Club
    28 Nov 2023, 09:30 – 11:30
    Alconbury Sports & Social Club, North Road, Alconbury, Huntingdon PE28 4EX, UK
    28 Nov 2023, 09:30 – 11:30
    Alconbury Sports & Social Club, North Road, Alconbury, Huntingdon PE28 4EX, UK
    A free practical workshop to help you get to grips with SFI and how it can sit alongside existing schemes such a Countryside Stewardship scheme.
  • Confused about SFI? - Herts event
    Confused about SFI? - Herts event
    Tue, 21 Nov
    Buntingford
    21 Nov 2023, 09:30 – 11:30
    Buntingford, Seth Ward Community Centre, Buntingford SG9 9SG, UK
    21 Nov 2023, 09:30 – 11:30
    Buntingford, Seth Ward Community Centre, Buntingford SG9 9SG, UK
    A free practical workshop to help you get to grips with SFI and how it can sit alongside existing schemes such a Countryside Stewardship scheme.
  • Pond Creation and Restoration for Farmers and Contractors
    Pond Creation and Restoration for Farmers and Contractors
    Sat, 28 Oct
    Bovingdon Farm
    28 Oct 2023, 09:30 – 29 Oct 2023, 12:30
    Bovingdon Farm, Bovingdon Rd, Braintree CM7 4AA, UK
    28 Oct 2023, 09:30 – 29 Oct 2023, 12:30
    Bovingdon Farm, Bovingdon Rd, Braintree CM7 4AA, UK
  • Future Landscapes Walking Tour - Spains Hall
    Future Landscapes Walking Tour - Spains Hall
    Thu, 12 Oct
    Finchingfield
    12 Oct 2023, 09:00 – 12:00
    Finchingfield, Finchingfield, Braintree CM7 4JS, UK
    12 Oct 2023, 09:00 – 12:00
    Finchingfield, Finchingfield, Braintree CM7 4JS, UK
    Join us for a private tour of this forward thinking Essex Estate - tailored for FWAG East members!
  • Awards Evening in the Fantastic Fens
    Awards Evening in the Fantastic Fens
    Wed, 07 Jun
    Barway
    07 Jun 2023, 17:00 – 20:30
    Barway, Barway Rd, Barway, Ely CB7 5TZ, UK
    07 Jun 2023, 17:00 – 20:30
    Barway, Barway Rd, Barway, Ely CB7 5TZ, UK
    Join us for a tour of the FWAG East Farm Conservation Award 2022 winner Cambs Farms Growers (G's Fresh), where we will announce the winner of the 2023 Award.
  • Countryside Stewardship FREE On-line Event - 25 April & 16 May
    Countryside Stewardship FREE On-line Event - 25 April & 16 May
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, 16 May
    Zoom
    16 May 2023, 10:00 – 11:30
    Zoom
    16 May 2023, 10:00 – 11:30
    Zoom
    Are you interested in applying for Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier or Wildlife Offers? These online events will inform you of the scheme updates, the opportunities available and how to apply.
  • Agri-environment Update Event - Cambridgeshire
    Agri-environment Update Event - Cambridgeshire
    Thu, 23 Mar
    Little Paxton
    23 Mar 2023, 09:30 – 12:00
    Little Paxton, High St, Little Paxton, Saint Neots PE19 6EY, UK
    23 Mar 2023, 09:30 – 12:00
    Little Paxton, High St, Little Paxton, Saint Neots PE19 6EY, UK
    Unclear about the opportunities and support out there? Join us for a update on the changes to ELMs and Countryside Stewardship and what it means for your farm business and the environment. Learn of the funding opportunities in the area.
  • Agri-environment Update Event - Hertfordshire
    Agri-environment Update Event - Hertfordshire
    Wed, 15 Mar
    Barkway Community Hall & Pavilion
    15 Mar 2023, 09:30 – 12:00
    Barkway Community Hall & Pavilion, 4 Cambridge Rd Barkway Cambridge Rd, Barkway, Royston SG8 8BS, UK
    15 Mar 2023, 09:30 – 12:00
    Barkway Community Hall & Pavilion, 4 Cambridge Rd Barkway Cambridge Rd, Barkway, Royston SG8 8BS, UK
    Unclear about the opportunities and support out there? Join us for a update on the changes to ELMs and Countryside Stewardship and what it means for your farm business and the environment. Learn of the funding opportunities in the area.
  • Agri-environment Update Event - Essex
    Agri-environment Update Event - Essex
    Thu, 09 Mar
    Bocking Village Hall
    09 Mar 2023, 09:30 – 12:00
    Bocking Village Hall, Club, Church St, Braintree CM7 5LA, UK
    09 Mar 2023, 09:30 – 12:00
    Bocking Village Hall, Club, Church St, Braintree CM7 5LA, UK
    Unclear about the opportunities and support out there? Join us for a update on the changes to ELMs and Countryside Stewardship and what it means for your farm business and the environment. Learn of the funding opportunities in the area.
  • Restorative pruning workshop
    Restorative pruning workshop
    Wed, 07 Dec
    Willock Farm
    07 Dec 2022, 10:00 – 14:00
    Willock Farm, Rummers Ln, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech PE13 4UB, UK
    07 Dec 2022, 10:00 – 14:00
    Willock Farm, Rummers Ln, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech PE13 4UB, UK
    Do you have neglected fruit trees that you would like to learn first-hand how to restore? Done correctly, restorative pruning improves tree longevity and fruiting, whilst promoting the special importance that old fruit trees have for wildlife. This workshop is an opportunity for you to learn how.
  • Jewel of the Fens - Guided Walk at Chippenham Fen
    Jewel of the Fens - Guided Walk at Chippenham Fen
    Tue, 05 Jul
    Chippenham Fen National Nature Reserve
    05 Jul 2022, 18:30 – 21:00
    Chippenham Fen National Nature Reserve, Snailwell Road, Chippenham, Fordham, Ely, CB7 5QB
    05 Jul 2022, 18:30 – 21:00
    Chippenham Fen National Nature Reserve, Snailwell Road, Chippenham, Fordham, Ely, CB7 5QB
    Accompany FWAG East on a privileged insight into the fenland gem that is Chippenham Fen National Nature Reserve. This 250 acre, internationally important site is one of a handful of remnant fens making up the Fenland Special Area of Conservation.
  • Pond Conservation Workshop - Summer Farm Walk
    Pond Conservation Workshop - Summer Farm Walk
    Wed, 29 Jun
    Easneye Farms
    29 Jun 2022, 17:45 – 20:30
    Easneye Farms, Estate Office, Watersplace Farm, Ware SG12 7QQ, UK
    29 Jun 2022, 17:45 – 20:30
    Easneye Farms, Estate Office, Watersplace Farm, Ware SG12 7QQ, UK
    Join us for a tour of the restored and yet-to-be-restored ponds at Easneye Farms to learn about pond ecology, conservation and funding opportunities. We will be joined by Steve Brook from the Natural History Museum, an expert on aquatic invertebrates. Food and drinks provided.
  • The Journey to Regenerative Farming
    The Journey to Regenerative Farming
    Tue, 28 Jun
    Buntingford
    28 Jun 2022, 10:00 – 13:00
    Buntingford, Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford SG9 0RU, UK
    28 Jun 2022, 10:00 – 13:00
    Buntingford, Hyde Hall Farm, Buntingford SG9 0RU, UK
    Charlie Curtis from Progressive Agriculture Services, works closely with farmers to help them adopt more regenerative and sustainable farming techniques and reduce their inputs. Learn how you can start your journey to regenerative farming through clear and achievable steps. Farmer only event.
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