Local Eco News
Some headlines since the last update…
Kidlington Abundance – It’s that time of year again and Abundance were at it again last month – taking surplus apples and turning them into liquid joy at Kidlington Methodist, North Kidlington Primary School, and Shipton-on-Cherwell village hall. Julia Trowles writes: “A steady flow of bags, boxes and barrows arrived at each of our Community Apple Pressings. We greeted many familiar faces – children grown to teenagers; toddlers now tall enough to reach the press; gardeners who just don’t know what to do with all their windfalls! and onlookers drawn in to the bustle and noise of the scratter…
It is always difficult to count exactly how much juice we make as it is irresistible to quench your thirst with the fresh juice as it flows into the bucket. We estimate this year’s total is well over 450 litres – nearly 99 gallons! And I know we have re-used more than 500 bottles. The shed looks quite empty. And I believe there are at least a dozen demijohns around the village, blipping their way to cider. Now all pasteurised, the juice is being distributed to those who attended our events. If there is any left, we will be at the turning on of the Christmas Lights with Hot Spiced Apple Punch.”
Draft Busters are go! – Having waded through a shed-load of paperwork and admin, the Draught Busters project is finally launching – and not a minute too soon. The draughty days are upon us and our wonderful volunteers Anthony and Bob are raring to go – helping local households to plug the draughts, cut bills and reduce their carbon footprints. To find out more visit our Draught Busters page here.
Coming Up…
Want to know what ecological things are going on locally this Christmas?
Well here you go then!:
| December 2024 | |
| ③ | Kidlington Towpath Taskforce | Tues 3rd Dec, 10am-2pm | Roundham Lock, Partridge Place OX5 1SL – Come and help improve the canal environment through Kidlington at these drop-in volunteer working parties run by Canal & River Trust. Something for all skill levels. Come for all or part of the time. Sign-up at Canal & River Trust Minimum age 18. |
| ⑤ | KEG Meeting | Thurs 5th Dec, 1pm | Exeter Hall, small hall (OX5 1AB) – Join representatives of different local eco groups and enthusiasts to connect, communicate and collaborate. |
| ⑦ | St Mary’s Fields Work Party | Sat 7th Dec, 10am-12pm | St Mary’s carpark (OX5 2BA) – Join the team of volunteers working on some winter tasks to encourage nature and monitor river quality. Also enjoy a well-earned slice of Julia or Rosie’s homemade cake at half time! |
| No Waste Noel + KEG stalls | Sat 7th Dec , 11am–2pm | St John the Baptist Hall, The Broadway, Kidlington (OX5 1DD) – Waste Innovation Station Headquarters (WISH) is putting on their annual community Christmas bonanza – complete with arts, crafts, food and more. Come and say hello at the KEG stall in the side chapel. Find out more about our Draught Busters project, as well as get Energy Advice from the Low Carbon Hub. | |
| ㉘ | Eco Cafe @ St Mary’s | Sat 28th Dec, 10.30am-12pm | St Mary’s, Church St (OX5 2BA) – A place to discuss environmental issues and concerns. Tea, coffee, biscuits, fellowship and conversation. Hosted by the Parish of Kidlington with Hampton Poyle’s eco team. |
If you have any local eco news or events to feed in to our next monthly digest please email: kidlingtonecogroup@gmail.com
Our next KEG meeting is on Thurs 5th Dec, from 1pm @ Exeter Hall in the small hall. All welcome!
Kidlington Eco Group 
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