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2024
8th May 2025
Following from a successful talk in 2024, Edward Mayer gives
another talk on Swifts and Urban Diversity
... 21st December 2024
Come and share the Solstice with us. Join us for festive
refreshments while you finish your Christmas shopping.
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8th December 2024
Crediton's Christmas Tree Festival will be held from Thursday 5
- Sunday 8 December in the Parish Church (Holy Cross).
Come and see Sustainable Crediton's tree - this year we are
showing alternative ways of dressing your tree using recycled
fabric, dried flowers and unwanted sparkly costume jewell ... 7th December 2024
Join us to print your own Xmas wrapping paper and see
craft/textile stalls.
Check out Sustainable Crediton"s exciting 2025 projects.
All ages welcome.
... 29th November 2024
We have an opportunity for Sustainable Crediton to receive £1000
of funding via The Naturesave Trust. Naturesave is part of
The Benefact Group.
The Benefact Group
gives all available profits to charity and good causes through
their year-round Movement for Good programme. In
December, the Movemen ... 27th November 2024
An Invitation to get together and share our Green
initiatives
Are you part of a Village near Crediton that works on Green
Initiatives? Would you like to share your experiences and
hear about what other villages in the area are doing?
Sustainable Crediton would love to know if you would like to
...
25th November 2024
I was glad to join with Councillor Giles Fawssett and about 20
others for a morning stroll on Sunday 17th November 2024. The
intention was to observe local trees on a path in Crediton. With
the help of Crediton Town Council this walk was publicised as part
of the development of a tree warden networ ... 16th November 2024
Crediton's Christmas Tree Festival will be held from Thursday 5
- Sunday 8 December in the Parish Church (Holy Cross).
Take a look at the Events
page for full details of Sustainable Crediton's
wonderful tree - highlighting the carbon footprint of the fast
fashion industry.
... 16th November 2024
Please note there will be no Repair Cafe held in December. The
next one is 25 January 2025 at the Elephant on the Green
... 6th November 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 2nd November 2024
For some years now, Create Storage of Mill Street, Crediton have
very generously and free of charge provided Sustainable Crediton
with storage space for our ever growing amount of kit.
Without their support, it would be very difficult for us to
stage events such as the Green Fair and the Seed Shar ... 31st October 2024
Someone left a case for a bank card reader at the recent
Eco-crafternoon event.
If it's yours, please get in touch with me via the link on this
page and I'll get it back to you.
John Craythorne
... 31st October 2024
Can we work together to have a greater impact and to save
duplicating effort? Would it be beneficial to listen to other
groups' ideas?
Very likely! If you agree, read below and get in touch.
Lesley Thomas
... 26th October 2024
For this month we are in the St Boniface Centre in the
afternoon, joining in with the Eco Crafternoon. If you have
something that needs fixing do bring it along.
... 19th October 2024
Come along and see how Sustainable Crediton makes a difference
to the environment and, if you can, bring any unwanted fabric,
wool, craft tools etc for the Eco- Crafternoon event at the
Boniface Centre on 26th October.
...
4th October 2024
24 October 2024
7.30 - 9.30pm
Crediton Arts Centre, East Street, Crediton EX17
3AX
You are invited to attend the film 'Purpose'.
"The film Purpose is not
only a great film about economic systems change - it is also the
inspiring story of two people who are fighting for a world in which
human ... 2nd October 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 1st October 2024
SAVE THE DATE 8th MAY 2025
Following from a successful talk in 2024, Edward Mayer will give
another talk on Swifts and Urban Diversity in the Congregational
Church
... 28th September 2024
This is a wonderful family day out with green stalls and
activities, good food and live music. If you would like to
hold a stall yourself get in touch with us here.
... 21st September 2024
Prepare for the Fair- Bring donations for Sustainable Crediton's
pop up stall- bric a brac, books etc. Distribute leaflets and
update information boards. Have a chat! Get ready for our big event
on 28th!
All welcome, do come along and lend a hand so we can make the
Fair another Sustainable Credito ... 4th September 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 26th August 2024
Monday 26 August from 2pm at Sandford Parish
Hall
Doors open 2pm.
Presentation of trophies 3.45pm
Admission £1 Children under 16 are free.
The judges are on standby, the cups are polished and prizes are
ready, all we need now is your handiwork to make the show complete!
Whether you ha ...
17th August 2024
Come along and see how Sustainable Crediton makes a difference
to the environment and bring ideas too.
Everyone welcome.
... 14th August 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 28th July 2024
According to the Met Office: "The evidence is clear: the main
cause of climate change is burning fossil fuels such as oil, gas,
and coal. When burnt, fossil fuels release carbon dioxide into the
air, causing the planet to heat up."
At the Paris Climate Agreement in 2015 world leaders promised to
l ...
28th July 2024
SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER
This is always a wonderful family day out with green
stalls and activities, good food and live music.
We're putting out an appeal this month in hopes of finding a few
supporters who'll be prepared to lend us their gazebos for our Big
Green Fair in the Square on Saturda ...
28th July 2024
The National Open Garden Scheme (NGS) offers a chance to see
some wonderful gardens, often not usually open to the public, all
while supporting some worthy charities.
Here is a list of those in Mid Devon open in August.
EFFORD HOUSE, Crediton
Efford House, Efford, Shobrooke, Crediton EX17 1 ... 24th July 2024
Make sure you take a look at our What's On page for
August as there is a jam-packed schedule, particularly for
young people.
...
22nd July 2024
The Conversation has
created a series of maps that show how the climate has changed over
the past two generations in each UK constituency, and how it will
change over the next decade. The Conversation is an
independent source of news analysis and informed comment written by
academic experts, worki ... 22nd July 2024
Recycleyourelectricals.co.uk
Ever wondered where you can take your random electricals for
recycling - other than the local recycling centre of course?
Check out this website that
lists where you can recycle, donate, repair or sell. Pop in
your postcode and the electrical item to see where to tak ... 20th July 2024
Be inspired by artist Catherine West and the various gardens
around the Significant Seams studio.Catherine West will introduce
participants to a number of creative activities including direct
printing from plants (flower pounding and steam bundle prints), sun
printing and shadow drawing. A seasonal ... 20th July 2024
Open Day at the Sustainabubble. Come along and see how
Sustainable Crediton makes a difference to the environment and
bring ideas too.
Everyone welcome, especially children.
...
18th July 2024
Friend or Foe?
Is it sunny or wet? Could be anything at this time of year.
So if you are battling with slugs in your garden you might
like this article by Wild About Gardens. Pick up some tips
about how to live with them and even make the best of them. You can
explore the different kinds on a Sl ...
17th July 2024
So we have a new Government - a new start. The first 100
days of power really set the scene for what is to come. You
can help make sure that Climate and Nature are on the Government's
agenda by signing the Open Letter of Support on the Zero Hour
website.
Zero Hour is the campaign for the Climat ... 8th July 2024
A walk in the woods and art making with natural materials open
up learning across STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts,
maths)
Come join us at Significant Seams Apple Studio and Creativity Acre
for a fun project based learning session that can contribute to the
national qualification 'Art ... 6th July 2024
Patchwork Crediton will be printing and beginning to make
'Bellies not Bins' aprons for the Community Larder volunteers. Free
working workshop, meaning less 'teach-y' and more like a drop-in
event. Come join us!
To reserve a free place, book here
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4th July 2024
Please note that this event is postponed as Shakespeare in the
Square is taking place.
More details will follow.
... 3rd July 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 1st July 2024
Come join us at Significant Seams Apple Studio and Creativity
Acre for a fun project based learning session that can contribute
to the national qualification 'Arts Award.'
In this session we will focus on eco dyeing and printing - using
materials available from the environment to make dyes. In add ...
16th June 2024
The Great Big Green Week is
a celebration of community action to tackle climate change. Every
year, people up and down the country come together to show the
heartfelt, brace, everyday actions being taken to stand up for
nature and fight climate change. Look out for more details as
they become avai ... 5th June 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 3rd June 2024
We will spin wool, wet felt and needle felt. In addition to art,
there are ecological and science aspects that will be explored.
This hands-on workshop is perfect for home educating families
looking for inspiring activities to fuel project based learning.
This series of workshops is designed with t ... 1st June 2024
Drop in fabric reuse activity with Patchwork Crediton.
Free - donations welcome.
... 26th May 2024
Saturday 25 May Daily through Saturday 2
June
Crediton Arts Centre Summer Show
For the first time at the Arts Centre, this show is another
opportunity to see the work of local artists as part of our ongoing
programme through a variety of events, such as Town Trails and
exhibitions at the Bonifa ...
26th May 2024
Volunteers Week is
celebrated between the 3rd and the 9th of
June this year. It is a week in which the UK
celebrates volunteers and says thank you to them for the
contribution that they make.
Sustainable Crediton is a volunteer-led organisation with 17
active or planned projects delivered almost ... 23rd May 2024
Do take a look at the Review
of Sustainable Crediton's AGM that was held on 8th May. It
was an excellent evening.
... 23rd May 2024
Please note that the Swifts Talk/Walk planned
for 4th July is postponed due to Shakespeare in the Square taking
place this evening.
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19th May 2024
Elston Farm at Copplestone is taking part in the
Agroforestry Open Weekend and invite you to join them to see the
work they have been doing. Why not take along a picnic and enjoy
the green space.
They say "Elston farm is nestled in the rolling hills of Devon
near Crediton. We have been in steward ...
11th May 2024
On the back of the jolliness and productivity that was
the first Creativity Acre work party, Significant
Seams invites you to another.
This event promises to be (based on feedback from the first
event) a curious and lovely mix of mindfulness, nature, exercise
totally modulated to one's own desir ... 10th May 2024
A rather nice stainless steel water bottle was left behind at
our AGM at the Arts Centre.
If it's yours, let me know via the button on this page and I'll
arrange for you to be reunited.
John Craythorne
... 8th May 2024
For those that don't already know, Sustainable Crediton is a
growing group of local people who share concerns about the effects
of climate change and the growing climate crisis. Our
Facebook page and website www.sustainablecrediton.org.uk provide further details
of our activities and events.
... 8th May 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 29th April 2024
You will see under Dates for Your Diary that our AGM is being
held on 8 May. Cue a stifled yawn, I know!
Actually our AGMs are really important to Sustainable Crediton.
It's your opportunity to find out more about what we are doing and
where we are heading, contribute your ideas and maybe find a
p ... 26th April 2024
From 8 April 2024, private sellers will not pay a listing
fee or final value fee when they sell pre-loved items of clothing
on
eBay.co.uk. The change also applies to clothing items that were
listed on eBay before 8 April 2024 and have not yet been
sold. The fashion industry is
responsible for o ...
20th April 2024
Come to our Seedsowing event at the Sustainabubble, Market
Square, Crediton, 10 am until 1 pm.
Sow some seeds and take them away.
Get your garden growing with pollinating plants and
delicious vegetables.
... 17th April 2024
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots
... 13th April 2024
Woodland Management of Significant Seams 'Creativity Acre' and
shared meal,
13 April, 9:30-17:00
Free but booking is essential, an at your own risk event, full
details are
here.
This session is a beginning, an imagining, an early harvest
of potentiality. This overgrown and under-tended arbor ... 11th April 2024
Welcome to The Power of One Workshop
Series: Half Square Triangles! Join us for a fun and
creative in-person event at the
Sustainabubble, the former Crediton Town Council
offices. In this workshop, you'll learn how to create beautiful
half square triangles. This is a foundational skill to loads o ... 6th April 2024
Drop in Tote Bag Making event with Patchwork Crediton.
Free - donations welcome though.
... 1st April 2024
8th May 7.30pm AGM
The Arts Centre, East St, Crediton EX17
3AX
Come and join us at the Arts Centre for an interesting evening
hearing about Sustainable Crediton's many projects this year and
the exciting plans for the future as we move forward with
charitable status. We have a guest speaker and ...
23rd March 2024
Pollinator Group working party days are as follows-
April 17th
May 8th
June 5th
Meet at the Belle Parade entrance to Newcombes Park at 10 am for
a couple of hours work on our lovely plots.
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