Derbyshire Wildlife Trust

“Derbyshire Wildlife Trust will be bringing activities to help people learn about peregrines and our Junior Rangers will be at the event to help people make bird feeders and also make bird and bat boxes ( we will ask for a small donation from those making the boxes, the other activities will be free).”

Greenwood Growth

“At the Greenwood Growth stand, you can join us to create a Possibility Bird. Working with Helen, a play therapist and lover of the great outdoors, people of all ages are encouraged to create a simple origami bird full of hope and adventurous potential. We will also create a ‘What If’ Wall for personal pledges towards a greener future.”

Badger Trust

“Badger Trust is the leading voice for badgers in England and Wales with the mission to promote and enhance the welfare, conservation and protection of badgers, their setts, and their habitats.  We provide expert advice on all badger issues and have a network of over 50 local voluntary badger groups. Despite significant progress made to legal protection for this iconic species, badgers across the UK are under threat more than ever before. Our Wildlife Crime Officer and Groups Coordinator will be on hand to discuss all things badger and answer any questions.”

Save Danes Moss

“Save Danes Moss will be offering free kids activities; seed-bomb making and seed planting with decorate your own plant markers (all materials and any packaging are 100% biodegradable). Plus we have free Danes Moss inspired colouring sheets and activity sheets to give away.

We will be on hand to talk to people about our peatland and all the wildlife that thrive there, including Willow Tit, one of 68 protected species on Danes Moss, plus the importance of peat as a carbon sink. We have Danes Moss inspired art and craft to sell. We have free leaflets, including our future alternative vision for Danes Moss and stunning postcards.

And we have a petition and newsletter that people can sign up to, but most of all we want to spread awareness about the risk of development and destruction that Cheshire’s largest Lowland Raised Peatbog faces.”

Derbyshire Ornithological Society

“Come and find out more about the Society and our work in Derbyshire. We’ll be bringing information and expertise to Carsington including a day-long bird list which people can add their sightings to. And subject to weather conditions, we’ll aim to run bird walks around Stones Island.”

Creeping Toad Environmental Storytelling

“Discover laughter, fun and fuel your imagination at the Creeping Toad stand, with activities including making your own wildlife book. Draw, scribble, sketch, write, print an stamp: join our artists to make your own wildlife book to take home. Add your favourite animal as a puppet to sit in your hand – and read your book!”

Mid Derbyshire Badger Group

“At our stand we’ll have games such as ‘guess the location of the badger sett’ and a ‘feed the badger’ throwing game. We’ll also have lots of information about how you can help our local badgers along with homemade crafts to buy and a tombola.”

Hen Harrier Action

“Meet the team behind Action for Wildlife Day, find out more about our work and sign up to our newsletter for a chance to win a pair of Opticron binoculars on the day. Buy a sustainable organic cotton Action for Wildlife Day t-shirt or a pin badge, and show your support for our beleaguered Hen Harriers and upland wildlife. We look forward to meeting you all!”

Carsington Bird Club

“Come and meet us at the Visitor Centre to find out more about, and sign up for, all the local walks and talks, and the Severn Trent-organised Bird Walks for Beginners on the first Sunday of every month. Discover all the birds that Carsington Water has to offer with our annual Bird Reports, and join the Club.”

Protect the Wild

“Come and say hello to the Protect the Wild team! We’ll be talking all things British wildlife and the important work that we’re doing to help end hunting, shooting and the badger cull. You can find us at our stand where we’ll also be selling some items to raise funds for our projects, including our ever popular pin badges!”

Woodland Trust

“Founded in 1972 the Woodland Trust is the largest woodland conservation charity and a leading voice in bringing the UK’s trees and woodlands to the attention of Government, land owners and the public. With a supporter base of half a million we were the first and remain the most significant contributor to woodland protections, restoration and creation in the UK.
Our team will be talking to interested members of the public about The Woodland Trust’s work in the UK and local area specifically, offering people the chance to understand more about the charity and find out how they can get involved whether its attending events, local groups, visiting reserves, volunteering or membership.”

Spotty Otter

“Spotty Otter will be on hand showcasing their fantastic outdoor waterproof ranges for children. Weather should never stand in your way of a great adventure! Come join us for some nature activities and chill out in our mini tipi”

Derbyshire Swift Conservation

“Swifts have declined across the UK by over 60% in the past 25 years, making them a red-listed bird of conservation concern. Visit our stand to learn more about why Swifts are declining so quickly, what can be done about this and find out how you can help us slow and hopefully reverse this trend in Derbyshire. We will have examples of nest boxes and bricks and can provide advice on where and how to get them installed. Also, there will be plenty of information leaflets, flatpack boxes for sale and free badges for the kids…. “

Derbyshire Bat Conservation Group

Bats have complex habitat needs, including roosts, feeding areas, hibernacula and the surrounding environment. They are both fascinating and difficult to fathom, however we can all help them. Please drop by to find out how to help bats in your gardens and what to do if you find a bat outside during the day. Children can make a batty crown or flappy bat. We look forward to seeing you.