Friends of Petersfield Heath

Friends of Petersfield Heath are an active group that loves Petersfield Heath. Their main objective is to help Petersfield Town Council conserve and manage Petersfield Heath as an area of natural heathland, grassland, woodland and water for the enjoyment of all those who use it. 

Guided walks of the Heath at 11am and 2pm, taking around 40 minutes.

Hampshire Bat Group

Hampshire Bat Group aims to promote bat conservation in the county through events, walks, and talks. Bats need our help because they face many threats, including loss of habitat, loss of roost sites, light pollution and decline in the abundance of nocturnal insects. The stall will include information about British bats, bat-themed items for sale and a children's craft activity decorating their own 'bat finger puppets'.

Hampshire & IOW Wildlife Trust

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is one of 46 Wildlife Trusts, all standing up for the natural world. Together they are the nation’s most active and influential nature conservation partnership, protecting wildlife in every part of the British Isles. For over 60 years HIWWT have protected the wildlife and wild places of Hampshire, the Island and our local seas. With the invaluable support of volunteers and members they manage over 60 nature reserves. 

Petersfield Community Garden

Petersfield Community Garden are a warm and friendly group of people who love to grow flowers, fruit and vegetables; learning from and sharing skills with one another. They run garden events throughout the year, such as wassailing the orchard, picnics and bonfires, and open days. Find out how to make a mini dead hedge!

The Whitelands Project

The Whitelands Project CIC wants you to make biodiversity your business. Find out about the history of the woodland, how management has changed over the years, how local businesses are involved and the impact these changes have had on the overall biodiversity and sustainability. There will be a flora and fauna ID quiz and an opportunity learn how to make cordage (string) out of woodland plants.

Western Sussex Rivers Trust

Roving rivers, babbling brooks, steady streams, peaceful ponds - they need our help. Discover the amazing creatures living beneath the water and chat to WSRT about what you can do to help protect and restore our beautiful rivers and streams. Find out more about river dipping, water quality testing, interactive kids activities, plus lots of useful info. Chat to them about becoming a River Guardian! 

South Downs National Park

The SDNPA is responsible for keeping the South Downs a special place. It is also the planning authority for the National Park. Visit the stall to find all sorts of information about the National Park - including their hedgehog project!