Sunday 22nd September
10:00 – 15:00
Explore how you can apply a more sustainable and biodiverse approach to everyday living.
Come and discover a selection of stalls featuring eco-friendly alternatives, natural goods and artisan craftsmanship, and support small local businesses and charities.
Listen to some of our interesting talks from local experts and wildlife specialists. Relax and enjoy our stunning setting in the heart of Lancashire. Grab a a bite to eat from one our sustainable food vendors.
There will be a diverse range of stalls to browse, with a variety of eco-friendly and sustainable options. From green gifts to upcycled creations.
Talks Timetable (included within site admission fee – first come first served)
10:30am The Plight of The Bumblebee – John Ball – Main House
11:30am Peat Restoration & Peat Free Gardening Tips – Lancashire Peat Partnership – Speakers’ Corner (behind the Great Barn)
12:30pm Light pollution: How does it affect people & wildlife? How can we reduce it? – Preston & District Astronomical Society – Main House
1:30pm Waste Not, Want Not – how to reduce kitchen waste – Diane Persiaux – Speakers’ Corner (behind the Great Barn)
2:30pm Room For Rivers Project – Ribble Rivers Trust – Speakers’ Corner (behind the Great Barn)
We will also be joined by Wild Peas Camping & Bushcraft outside the Great Barn.
Site Admission Fee: £2 per car / pedestrian group up to 6 people. All funds raised in aid of Hoghton Tower Preservation Trust (Registered Charity 508357) to support the preservation and restoration of this beautiful Lancashire landmark.
PRE-LOVED STALLS
If you are having a clear out and would like a stall at the event to sell your pre-loved goods, please fill in this form and we will be in touch to confirm availability. Please take time to read through and familiarise yourself with the Terms and Conditions to ensure that your items are compliant and to understand a little more about the organisation of the event.
Pitches (suitable for a 6ft table) are £10 with your own table and £15 with a table provided (subject to availability). An invoice will be issued and payment must be made to secure the pitch. All pitches are undercover, however, the building are not heated and some maybe in open fronted buildings so please dress appropriately for the weather.
If you have any questions, please email StepUpToGreen@hoghtontower.co.uk
Business /Trader enquiries: Please email StepUpToGreen@hoghtontower.co.uk with details of your products / offer.
