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IMAGINATIVE CHRISTMAS PRESENT IDEAS

 

 

Give a gift with a difference this Christmas and treat friends and family to a course
at the Weald & Downland Open Air Museum

Conserving the countryside

Britain’s farmers are playing a vital role in the resurgence of many threatened species of wildlife. Figures released by the wildlife habitat scheme, WildCare, show that declining species such as brown hares, yellowhammers and even the humble house sparrow are making a dramatic comeback on participating farms.

A Christmas Gift to add sparkle all year

What is small in size yet great in value, can nestle among the branches of your Christmas tree, comes wrapped in gold and can entertain the family all year round? Answer: The Seven Wonders of the Weald Pass!

ALL AT SEA

Environment Secretary Hilary Benn has welcomed the publication of pioneering legislation for better protection and development of the seas around Britain.

Feed the birds

Did you know over half the adults in the UK feed birds in their garden? Now the winter has well and truly arrived, it's the perfect time to help our feathered friends so that they survive periods of severe weather and keep in good breeding condition for the spring. For tips on what food to provide, read advice from the experts at RSPB - http://www.rspb.org.uk/advice/helpingbirds/feeding/index.asp

Treely good ideas

Still not put your Christmas tree up? Buy a real tree with roots that you can re-plant for next year, ideally from a UK grower - see http://www.bctga.co.uk If you buy a cut one, check your local council can recycle it afterwards. If you already have an artificial tree, get the most out of it, but it's best to avoid buying a new one. Their production is resource and energy intensive, and they take ages to degrade in landfill.