Gateway to Nature

This is a service that supports people who want to overcome barriers to getting out and enjoying natural and green spaces. These barriers may include; lack of information, isolation, a loss of confidence, health or transport problems.

Gateway to Nature is a Framework service that will:

Provide information about what's on offer in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
Offer bite-sized opportunitites for involvement in nature related activities
Give support in accessing new and exciting activities such as nature walks, wildlife identification, gardening and conservation, locally and further afield.
Support, encourage and maintain involvement in green and nature related activities, leading to volunteering, training and employment.
Support and encourage those who wish to volunteer in this project
Work closely with other community groups, organisations and custodians of green spaces.

Robert Macfarlane is the patron of this project. Read the latest Gateway to Nature blog.

Taking Part

If you think Gateway to Nature could support you and you would like to take part in the events and trips, or you would like to find out more details about how to get involved or volunteer with Gateway to Nature, please call the team on 0115 970 9591 or email gatewaytonature@frameworkha.org

Activities

Take a look at what activities are taking place this month by clicking here.

Gateway to Nature Update

The Gateway to Nature team has been busy during the past few months, here are some of their favourite moments.


Gateway to Nature team (l to r). Graeme Green Project Manager, Gabi Machokas, Mark Scoones, Katy Wright and Jon Berry, with Robert MacFarlane Patron of G2N.	Having fun at Clumber Park – a good day for all.

Clients and volunteers basket weaving at Eco Works Community Garden on St Ann’s Allotments. “It was relaxing and done on a wonderful garden.” Gateway to Nature event participant.	Idle Valley Nature Reserve near Retford. “I spent the day in a great environment and also learnt new things about the conservation of wildlife and our green areas.” Gateway to Nature event participant.

Barbeque on the Gateway to Nature Allotment at St Ann’s Allotments.	Making damson jam at Windmill Allotments.

Natural beauty.	Peace and tranquillity at Clumber Park.

Click here to see more photos of Gateway to Nature in action.

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