With the start of Lockdown 3 on 6th January the Northern Slopes are still open for exercise. If you are able to be out and about, may be with the frost, fog and potentially even snow, it may be a good time to take photographs while you go around, or listen in the quietness for […]
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Northern Slopes – currently back in Tier 3. Regardless of the Tier we hope you are safe.
After Christmas the Slopes returned to Tier 3. The current advice can be found here. Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice on accessing green spaces safely – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Regardless of the tier we are in the Northern Slopes Initiative hope you, your family and friends stay safe and well in 2021. We hope to see you on […]
10 Little Elves is the Christmas Storytrail on the Slopes
The NSI Christmas Storytrail – is now open. Its Ten Little Elves – “The Ten Little Elves are on a mission to rescue Christmas … But what will the Ten Little Elves do when they meet a growling polar bear? And a yowling yeti? And a SCARY Ice Queen? Part traditional counting rhyme, part fun-filled […]
Northern Slopes during Tier 2 period.
With Bristol being in Tier 2 since 19th December. All formal events by ourselves have been suspended. But you can still visit the Slopes in line with Government guidance Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice on accessing green spaces safely – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Northern Slopes during Tier 3 period
With Bristol being in Tier 3 since 2nd December. All formal events by ourselves have been suspended. But you can still visit the Slopes in line with Government guidance Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice on accessing green spaces safely – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) With Christmas just around the corner there will be things for people to see on […]
Meeting on 19th November 7.30pm via Zoom
We are holding one of our meetings today at 7.30pm via Zoom, all are welcome. In the meeting we are discussing our work with others on events, new leaflets, new maps and colouring sheets, tree planting, path improvements – and our Christmas Walk (which is replacing our annual dinner). If you want to join in […]
Northern Slopes during “lockdown 2” November 2020
The Northern Slopes remain open for exercise or recreation. Please see the new Government guidance as from 4th November – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-on-accessing-green-spaces-safely
Free – My Wild Child Kits from Avon Wildlife Trust
As My Wild Child hasn’t been able to meet for a number of months on the Bommie – Avon Wildlife Trust are launching a free self-guided My Wild Child kits for families with under-fives to explore nature. Each kit contains a range of different activities, and each new activity will link to a new video […]
Free Events – Friday 30th October – Northern Slopes Initiative
Along with Avon Wildlife Trust the Northern Slopes Initiative are putting on three events on the Glyn Vale site of the Northern Slopes. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear as it can be muddy at times. Please bring your own water and snacks. Learn a new skill – while helping the Slopes – a taster […]
Free Events – Fri 30th October – Avon Wildlife Trust
Avon Wildlife Trust and the NSI are putting on free events on Friday 30th October. Avon Wildlife Trust are running two events to explore the magic of the Slopes. How to be an Explorer – runs from 11am to 1pm. Its Family Fun with unusual activities and imaginative play. 15 spaces, socially distance in line […]