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Nature Conservation
Wildflower Plug and Tree Planting
Opportunity

Wildflower Plug and Tree Planting

Cumbria wide
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Info

Multiple dates available

Overview

Join us on our wildflower plug planting this year - not only in our meadows, but also in community spaces and to help restore our mosses and other habitats.

Cumbria Wildlife Trust

Wildflower Plug and Tree Planting

Take a look at our 2024 plug planting days and get involved with making a difference for Cumbria's wildlife and wild places.

At a glance

  • If there aren't any days listed, please subscribe to our plug planting mailing list by emailing us at volunteer@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk - include your name and postcode
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