Services in environment and conservation (46)
Environment and conservationRemove
Air quality in Islington is monitored by King's College and posted on the London Air Quality Network website.
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Amwell Society
The Amwell Society exists to help: Preserve the heritage and character of the environment in the Amwell area Ensure high standards of design in new developments Promote knowledge of the exceptional historical interest in this area of London Foster a sense of community among all…
Arlington Association
The Arlington Association is made up of residents of the westerly part of the Arlington Conservation area in Islington, North London. The area is an unusually peaceful haven in busy Islington, made up of primarily early Victorian houses, wide streets and two garden squares that are…
Calthorpe Project
People from all cultural and diverse backgrounds participate and enrich our activities. Our volunteer and training programme helps people learn new skills, provides opportunity for social interaction and outdoor exercise as well as offering horticultural training for adults with learning difficulties. Environmental and food growing…
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The Conservation Volunteers - London
A conservation charity enabling people to work for a better environment. Click on the web link for details of local groups and volunteering opportunities.
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In urban environments, we are surrounded by different types of pollution on a daily basis. Air, water, land and noise pollution can impact quality of life, create health concerns and harm the natural environment. Islington Council's Pollution Service monitors and initiates improvements in the local…
Crumbles Castle Adventure Playground
School term time, Monday to Friday, 3.30-6.30pm; Saturday, 12-5pm. School Holiday and Half Term: Monday to Friday 10.30am to 5.30pm.
Crumbles Castle is has an actual castle on site! Children play above ground in a network of exciting treetop structures. We encourage child-led play experiences outdoors in all types of weather and throughout the seasons. Islington's adventure playgrounds are open for outdoor play sessions with social…
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Culpeper Community Garden
We are open Monday to Sunday 10-6pm
A green oasis in the midst of streets, estates and inner city bustle, Culpeper Community Garden is one of the most valued green public spaces in Islington. Culpeper is a beautiful public open space which is both a city park and an environmental community project.…
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Cuppa-Tea
Network which aims to assist community organisations seeking to improve the environment and transport facilities in the neighbourhood, particularly for public transport users, pedestrians, cyclists, wheelchair users and people on low incomes. Current work is mostly based in Camden, Haringey and Islington. Cuppa-Tea is also…
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Finsbury Park Trust
Finsbury Park Trust is an independent registered charity with Development Trust status. We are the legacy organisation of the Finsbury Park Partnership (FPP), whose function was to manage a 7 year government-funded programme to regenerate the Finsbury Park neighborhood. FPP ceased to exist in March…
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You can now report fly-tipping online using the Clean Islington app, which is available for free for iPhone, Android and Windows Phone via app stores. Fly-tipping is "the illegal/unlawful deposit of any waste onto land with no licence to accept waste". It includes anything from…
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Friends Of Gillespie Park
Aims to promote the educational use of the park and centre, together with leisure use, also to conserve and protect wildlife, organises events, assists conservation staff, and raise funds.
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Friends Of Highgate Cemetery
Highgate cemetery is listed by English heritage as a place of outstanding historical and architectural interest and also as a two star listed park. The freehold of the cemetery is held by the official custodian for charities and FOHC is solely responsible for the management…
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Friends Of Whittington Hospital
Volunteers provide bedside trolley and 'Friends Table' selling second-hand books etc, for patients, visitors and hospital staff. Friends raise funds to provide hospital amenities not available from NHS sources.
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The Garden Classroom
Open Mon- Weds 10am to 3pm. Little Explorers at King Square Gardens Friday mornings: 10am-11.30am May 21st, 28th June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd. Little Explorers at King Henry's Walk Garden Tuesday mornings: 09.30-11am May 18th, 25th June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th July 6th, 13th, 20th No need to book, just come along!
The Garden Classroom is a non profit social enterprise delivering high quality workshops and events on wildlife, gardening and the environment in Islington. We are primarily based at King Henry's Walk Garden but use other green spaces as well and can move around to a…
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Graffiti is expensive to remove. Every year the Council spends thousands of pounds of taxpayers' money removing it. But research shows that the quicker it is removed the less likely it is to reappear. And you can help us, by reporting it. All abusive and racist graffiti…
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Green Party - Islington Branch
Islington Green Party holds monthly meetings for members, guests and anyone who wants to hear more about us. Our meetings are monthly and held at Islington Town Hall (but on zoom for now). Do email coordinator@islington.greenparty.org.uk to get details of the next meeting. We also have regular campaign…
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Greennet
Internet service provider. Specifically designed for environment, peace, human rights and gender equality groups.
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Greenpeace UK
We defend the natural world and promote peace by investigating, exposing and confronting environmental abuse, and championing environmentally responsible solutions.
N1 2PN 0330 335 3632 020 4525 3241 Website Save to My shortlist
Greenspace
Information on your local parks and how you can make Islington even greener!
N1 1YA Email 020 7527 2000 Website Save to My shortlist
Groundwork North London
Groundwork London is a social and environmental regeneration charity. For almost 20 years we've worked across the capital to help communities become greener, stronger and healthier. Our services include: Landscape Design Services- Improving community spaces Volunteering Services- Bringing people together to support local action Green…
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Hackney and Islington CND
Anti-nuclear weapons campaign group,
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Highbury Fields Association
Highbury Fields is the largest green open space in the London Borough of Islington. The Highbury Fields Association aims to encourage community participation in all matters affecting the character, amenities, use, management and development of the Fields and its surrounding neighbourhood.
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Household Reuse Recycling Centre HRRC
On 1st April 2012, the management of the HRRC was transferred from Islington Council to North London Waste Authority (NLWA). The HRRC will continue to operate in exactly the same way as it has done whilst managed by Islington Council and it will be 'business…
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Islington Friends of the Earth
Islington Libraries: N4 Library
Monday: 9.30am to 8pm; Tuesday: 9.30am to 5pm; Wednesday: 9.30am to 8pm; Thursday: 9.30am to 1pm; Friday: 9.30am to 5pm; Saturday: 9.30am to 5pm; Saturday: 9.30am to 5pm.Baby Bounce: Tuesday, 11am; Under 5s: Thursday, 11amHomework Club: Wednesday, 4-7pm
Community Warm Space Offer: Access to study/seating areas and a range of reading material. PCs for public use and free Wi-Fi Monday & Wednesday: 9:30am-8pmTuesday, Friday & Saturday: 9:30am-5pmThursday: 9:30am-1pm Public library services. See opening times for activities for children, young people and families. Books,…
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Islington Nature Conservation Team
Practical conservation work in Islington nature reserves. This practical work takes place on Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm.
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Islington Pest Control team
The pest control team is responsible for making sure that public health pests are dealt with effectively, safely and in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way. To achieve these aims, the team: responds to requests to deal with public health pests; carries out a series of…
Islington Society
The Islington Society is a membership organisation of people who live, work or have an interest in Islington. It is a registered charity with an elected committee of officers, drawn from the membership, who manage the society. Supports conservation planning work to preserve the borough's…
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Islington Townswomen's Guild
Group meets second Tuesday of the month from 2pm to 4pm at�Harecourt United Reformed Church, St. Paul's Road, N1. If you would like to join them, please call Ms Mugliston (020 7607 7316) or Ms Austin (020 7241 2221).
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Keep Britain Tidy
National organisation promoting and encouraging action on waste reduction, reuse and recycling. The Waste Watch Services team specialises in the delivery of bespoke support to local authorities, waste contractors and other public and private sector clients.
Monthly Health and Nature Walk
10am on the first Friday of every month, excluding Bank Holidays
Being in nature is proven to make us feel happier. Join this monthly walk in Gillespie Park, Islington's largest nature reserve, and watch the seasons change as we talk and chat. The walk is guided by Jo who will speak about the wildlife and the…
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Museum Of The Order Of Saint John
Warm Homework Space in Clerkenwell 3:30pm – 5pm every Wednesday from 9 November to 14 December (except 7 December) Students aged 11 - 18 years are invited to drop into the Museum of the Order of St John's Learning Centre every Wednesday after school to make use…
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New River Action Group
Since 1986, NRAG has been the major society working with local groups along the entire length of the New River, and with Thames Water Plc, to provide guardianship of London's legendary New River. NRAG began to be formed over 1985 and its first meeting was…
Newington Green Action Group
Coronavirus update: Newington Green Action Group are providing support in the following areas: Help with shopping, errands, pets Dog walking Telephone support for isolated residents Get in touch at: Email – info@newingtongreen.org Tel – 0333 050 9318 Website – www.newingtongreen.org Facebook – www.facebook.com/newingtongreen We cover…
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Noise complaints - commercial properties
If you are experiencing noise from building sites, commercial or trade premises, or pubs or clubs and you have been unable to contact them yourself, contact the council. If you are disturbed by commercial noise and are able to identify the source, try visiting the…
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Noise Complaints - Residential
If you live in a council property you should contact your Estate Manager who will discuss the noise problem with you first and then refer it to us if appropriate. Tel: 020 7527 7272 (Noise Service: office hours)Tel: 020 7527 7272 (Noise Patrol: night hours 8pm to…
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Parkland Walk
The Parkland Walk follows the course of the old railway that ran between Finsbury Park and Alexandra Palace. The four and a half miles provides tranquillity and a chance for those living in London, to enjoy the green environment in the very heart of the…
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Pollution Team
Qualified Gardener
City & Guilds Qualified in NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Amenity Horticulture and Decorative Horticulture with over 10 years of experience in the gardening sector both here in London and in Marrakech in Morocco. I can help with your regular or one-off garden maintenance,…
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Regents Canal
The Regent's Canal runs through the Southern part of Islington and includes Battlebridge and City Road basins. Information about its history and activities on the canal are available from contact details below. There is a continuous towpath along its length which can be walked and…
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Sunnyside Community Garden
A Community gardens in the Archway area of Islington, run by local residents. The gardens are open for all to use and enjoy and are always looking for new volunteers to join the dedicated team we have.
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Thornhill Square Association
Local amenity group.
You can report any street or park tree enquiry through Contact Islington. Your details will be logged and one of the tree service team will contact you regarding your enquiry. All enquiries relating to trees on land managed by Islington Council should be directed to either your local…
Trees - Private Property
Trees on private property fall within the responsibility of the Tree Team of the Planning Service. Trees within Islington may be protected by tree preservation orders or by virtue of being in a conservation area, and in some cases by planning conditions. Please use our interactive map to view areas where…