Volunteering day: Balsam Bashing
Join the Rangers to help them remove invasive species from the woodland.
- Booking essential
- Free event
We will be removing Himalayan Balsam, an invasive species, to help protect the native flora and reduce flood risk.
Meeting at the upper car park at Midgehole, there will be a short walk to the site.
Please wear suitable clothing, bring a packed lunch, plenty to drink and work gloves if you have them.
Not suitable for young children, older children are welcome at this event with an adult. Please be aware there will be no toilet facilities available in the woodland.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Older children accompanied by an adult are welcome at this event
- Meeting point
Meet at the upper car park at Midgehole
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable clothing, bring a packed lunch, plenty to drink and work gloves if you have them.
- Accessibility
Full access statement available on homepage
Contact info
Hardcastle Crags Estate Office/Gibson Mill
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