Battle the Himalayan Balsam (and the nettles!) at Battlemead
Help protect native biodiversity at beautiful Battlemead
Location
Boulters Lock Car ParkLower Cookham Road
Maidenhead
SL6 8JB
Date and time
19:00 - 20:00Wednesday night is GoodGym night in Maidenhead, and this week we are venturing to the to Battlemead Common area to do battle against invasive Himalayan Balsam. The task location is tricky to find, so we will meet in the Boulters Lock Car Park and walk together approximately 1km along the Thames Path to our entry point. Note that you can't get to the area from the entrance on the lower Cookham Road.
Our task will be to pull up Himalayan Balsam, an invasive species, which can grow and spread dramatically and smother native species in the process. The roots tend to come up quite easily, making for a super satisfying evening!
Please note we will be working amongst nettles so long trousers and sleeves are a must. Please bring your gardening gloves plus any insect repellent and/or antihistamines if you are prone to bites or hay fever.
When we have completed the task we'll head back to the car park together on foot.
Can't wait to see you there!
How are you getting there?
Who's going
Discussion
Location
Boulters Lock Car ParkLower Cookham Road
Maidenhead
SL6 8JB
Date and time
19:00 - 20:00Walkable
As you will make your own way to the task, feel free to walk or run as you wish.
Ideal for beginners
Boulters Lock Car Park
Lower Cookham Road
Maidenhead
SL6 8JB
If possible please park elsewhere and walk to the car park.
Led by Sophie
GoodGym Windsor and Maidenhead Run Leader
What to look out for
Age Restriction
GoodGym welcomes anyone aged 18 or over. If you are under 18 then you will be unable to participate in any GoodGym activity
Make sure you've read our general guidelines for safety when running and at a task.
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