Hundreds of children and families in Chesterfield took part in fantastic free activities celebrating nature.
Bringing creativity, learning and sustainability together in an engaging way, the February half term sessions across Chesterfield borough were open to all and promoted environmental awareness as well as being a fun, free activity for families to enjoy.
The parks team hosted bug hotel workshops in Holmebrook Valley Park and Eastwood Park, Hasland. During the workshops, children created sustainable habitats for a variety of insects – recycling waste products easily found around the home.
The community development team held bird box making workshops in community spaces across the borough including New Whittington, Mastin Moor, Duckmanton and Poolsbrook.
Across all the sessions more than 100 bird boxes were made, including Blue Tit, Robin and Swift boxes.
The sessions were supported by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, who were there to spread the word about the Wilder Chesterfield project, where Swifts are one of the key species.
Other nature activities such as nesting material balls were provided by In:Spire Nature.
Councillor Amanda Serjeant, Chesterfield Borough Council’s deputy leader, said: “Every child deserves the opportunity to learn about the environment and discover the importance of biodiversity and recycling. Free events for families to enjoy help build a greener future for our community.
“We’re proud to be giving children across all areas of Chesterfield borough the opportunity to learn more about nature in a fun and engaging way.”
Funding for community development activities has been provided by the Mayor of the East Midlands and East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) from funding provided by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
Chesterfield Borough Council host events and activities during most school holidays. Details are shared on the council's social media pages and on the events page.
