Volunteer conservation tasks at The Devenish

Come and help to maintain this wonderful reserve. All tools and safety gear supplied; please wear gardening clothes.

Friendly group; training and help provided.

Hot drinks and biscuits provided; participants welcome to bring their own lunch.

Entry: Free.

Booking not essential but appreciated as it helps to ensure the correct number of tools are available.

To book and for further information please e-mail Richard Death at [email protected]

Please note that The Devenish reserve includes steep slopes; some tasks may require climbing up and down these slopes.

Organised by The Devenish Volunteers Group

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