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Babbling bins help reduce litter at college in Northern Ireland
A college in Lisburn in Northern Ireland is taking an innovative approach to tackling the issue of litter collection by introducing Amberol’s talking litter bins to encourage responsible litter disposal.
Amberol planters help Usk in Bloom showcase the town
Usk in Bloom was set up in 1981, and since that time has gone from strength to strength. Although the town of Usk in Monmouthshire is relatively small with around 3000 residents, the In Bloom group has a healthy membership...
How to ‘Bee Friendly’ to all-important pollinators
We all know that plants need soil, water and sunshine to thrive, but other factors play an important part in maintaining the ecological balance of the natural world. One crucial link in this delicate environmental chain is the honey bee.
West Auckland win Spring 2021 photo competition
As we head towards the summer, floral displays are starting to come to life. And so we have really been enjoying viewing the fantastic range of photos that have been sent in for our Spring 2021 photo competition.
The impact of Covid-19 on our public parks
Parks and public green spaces have been real havens for many people during the varying restrictions implemented around social gatherings since the first national lockdown was introduced in March 2020.
Creating a sense of community at Attenborough Station
Attenborough Elderflowers is a railway station adoption group based in the Nottinghamshire village of Attenborough. The group was set up in 2017 by members of the local gardening club, which gave rise to the group’s floral themed name.
Amberol products an important part of the work by the Friends of Beeston Station
Railway stations are important transport hubs with a definite part to play within their communities. Voluntary groups such as station adopters work in railway stations in their area up and down the UK, ensuring that they are well maintained for...
