GINA DOVER-JAQUES
Immersive Nature Gatherings.
IMMERSIVE GATHERINGS WITH LIKEMINDED PEOPLE THAT APPRECIATE GREEN SPACES
Welcome & Introduction​
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On the success of Nature Gatherings in 2023' in the East Midlands, and recently hearing of your continued interest, I have compiled what I hope will be some cracking gatherings for us to enjoy together! Lookout here for notifications regarding car-share opportunities too.​
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Gina
T. 07538 315033
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Proposed Gatherings
Fri 23 May 19.00 - 20.30
​HICKLING PASTURES
Park near to The Basin on Main St, Hickling, Melton Mowbray LE14 3AH
​Commencing with 15 mins enjoying the waterfowl in the Basin, then a stroll by the canal.
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Park on the side of the road close to the water basin.
13 mins from Scalford Rd, Melton Mowbray
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Fri 20 Jun 19.00 - 20.30
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OLD DALBY WOODS
Church Lane, Old Dalby
Park in the village, and meet at the church
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The Wood lies to the south of Old Dalby village. It is a beautiful place for a stroll in spring, with wild flowers and stunning views.
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Fri 18 Jul 19.00 - 2o.30
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THE OUTWOODS, WOODHOUSE EAVES
Syston Road, Cossington, LE7 4UZ​
40 hectares of ancient wood and visitor attraction overlooking Loughborough and the Soar Valley. It has rare rock outcrops, many species of woodland plants and substantial wildlife, and it is part of Beacon Hill.
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Fri 6 Jun 19.00 - 20.30​
FRISBY LAKES
Hoby Road, Melton Mowbray, LE14 3TL
Park on the side of the road close to the entrance of Frisby Fishing Club.
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5-10 mins from Melton Mowbray
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Fri 4 Jul 19.00 - 20.30
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MELTON MOWBRAY COUNTRY PARK
Meet at the Visitors Center
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Fri 1 Aug 19.00 - 20.30
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SWITHLAND WOOD & THE BRAND
80 Roecliffe Road, Swithland, LE12 8TN
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This is apparently a gem of a place to visit.
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Historical Site: Cambrian period/around 541 million years ago. The wood is Leicestershire’s most important ancient woodland for nature conservation. Quarries within the wood were a source of the distinctive Swithland Slate.
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Feature Gathering
Fri 15 Aug 19.30 - 21.30
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SKYLARKS NATURE RESERVE
Adbolton Lane, Holme Pierrepont, NG12 2LU
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Seasonal highlights include Grey wagtail and Reed warbler in Summer, and Redwing, Fieldfare and Gadwall in Winter.
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Sunset 21.30hrs
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Hickling Pastures 30 March 2025
