Slough is set to host the Water and Nature Festival, on Saturday 19 July at Salt Hill Park.
This festival, organised by Project Sponge, aims to showcase the collaborative efforts of residents and project partners in addressing climate change and enhancing flood resilience in the local neighbourhood.
This free, family-friendly event will celebrate Slough’s local waterways and green spaces, bringing families and the community closer together, with nature at its heart.
Guests can look forward to entertainment from 1 to 4pm, including nature-inspired arts and crafts, citizen science demos, nature trails, dancing and live performances in the heart of Salt Hill Park. Students from local schools will be adding their artwork to our wishing tree - and telling us what nature means to them and helping us understand how children feel about their green spaces in Slough.
Councillor Gurcharan Manku, lead member for Environment and Environmental Services, said: "This promises to be an exciting event for all the family, with lots of activities to enjoy. We would encourage people to register to come along, learn more about Project Sponge, and see what's been going on at Salt Hill Park."
Pre-registered attendees will receive a piece of delicious sponge cake and a nature trail map, which will encourage you to explore parts of Salt Hill Park that Project Sponge has worked on.
Climate change is having a devastating effect across the globe, increasing the likelihood of flooding, drought, and heat stress. But it’s the changes that you can see on your very own doorstep that we need your help with. What does climate change mean to the residents of Slough, and what can we do now to make the biggest, most impactful difference in our community?
Bring your own picnic and join us for an afternoon of learning, exploring, and music while celebrating Slough’s water and natural spaces, together.
Full details and to join us on 19 July, register on the Project Sponge website.