The Sherbourne Valley Project

03/06/2026

Looking for something creative to do with the family this weekend?

At Summer River Festival Coventry, you'll find plenty of free nature-inspired crafts to enjoy. Here's a sneak peek at one of the activities being brought along by Coventry Arts College, a beautiful bird template made from recycled cardboard, ready to be transformed with colours, paper, stickers and Posca pens!

Whether you're a budding artist, a crafty creative, or simply looking for a fun family activity, you'll be able to decorate your own bird and take it home as a special reminder of the festival.

Join us at FarGo Village on 6th & 7th June for a weekend celebrating the River Sherbourne through creativity, community, nature and culture. With live music, workshops, performances, crafts and activities for all ages, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

📍 FarGo Village, Coventry
📅 6th & 7th June
⏰ 11am–4pm

Get your FREE Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-river-festival-coventry-2026-tickets-1982886139822?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/06/2026

We're looking forward to seeing the Family Hub at and seeing what creative crafts they make with people on the day!

02/06/2026

Interested in wildlife and keen to learn more about the nature on your doorstep? Join us for our next Ecology Club sessions on Friday 5th June!

Morning Session: Coundon Wedge (9:30am–11:00am)
Explore one of Coventry's most important green spaces and help us learn more about the wildlife that calls it home.

Afternoon Session: Charterhouse (12:00pm–1:30pm)
Join us for a bird and bumblebee survey around the beautiful Charterhouse grounds. We'll be recording species, and practicing identification skills to monitor seasonal change.

No previous experience or expertise is needed for either session. Whether you're completely new to wildlife surveying or looking to build your skills, we'd love to see you there.

These friendly sessions are a great way to connect with nature, learn from others, and contribute to conservation efforts across the Sherbourne Valley.

Coundon Wedge (9:30am–11:00am): https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sherbourne-valley-project-ecology-club-at-coundon-wedge-tickets-1988551608391?aff=oddtdtcreator

Charterhouse (12:00pm–1:30pm): https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sherbourne-valley-project-ecology-club-bumblebee-bird-at-charterhouse-tickets-1988555287395?aff=oddtdtcreator

Learn more about the amazing wildlife of Sherbourne Valley in a relaxed and social setting

01/06/2026

Join us for Balsam & Bites at Lake View Park on Tuesday 9th June, 6:30pm–8:30pm 🍕🌿

We'll start the evening with a relaxed session removing invasive Himalayan balsam to help improve habitats along the River Sherbourne, before settling down together in the park to enjoy some pizza and celebrate the fantastic efforts of our volunteers.

Whether you're a regular volunteer or looking to get involved for the first time, this is a great opportunity to make a difference for local nature, meet like-minded people, and enjoy a summer evening outdoors.

Please bring a camping chair or picnic blanket if you can, along with suitable outdoor clothing. We'll provide the pizza and good company!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/balsam-bites-for-volunteers-tickets-1980553955195?aff=oddtdtcreator

Relaxed volunteering evening pulling balsam in Lake View Park and joining together to share pizza afterwards for a chat and a thank you.

30/05/2026

Help create a lasting piece of community art at this year’s Summer River Festival Coventry! 🎨

Join local artist Katie O on 6th & 7th June at FarGo Village and become part of a beautiful community mosaic celebrating the wildlife of the River Sherbourne.

The mosaic will feature three sections inspired by river wildlife, with festival visitors invited to paint tiles or help add them to the artwork. Whether you're an experienced artist or simply want to have a go, there will be opportunities for all ages and abilities to get involved.

Every contribution, from a colourful tile to a small creative detail, will become part of a larger artwork reflecting the diversity, creativity and community spirit of Coventry. Once completed, the mosaic will be grouted and finished as a durable outdoor artwork that can be enjoyed for years to come.

Come along, get creative, and help celebrate Coventry's hidden river as part of .

📍 FarGo Village
📅 6th & 7th June
⏰ 11am–4pm

Free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-river-festival-coventry-2026-tickets-1982886139822?aff=oddtdtcreator

28/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome Coventry-based artist NYOTAA to this year’s Summer River Festival Coventry!

Performing from 3–4pm on Saturday 6th June at FarGo Village, NYOTAA brings together influences from R&B, soul, hip hop, electronic production and alt-rock to create a powerful and emotionally rich live sound.

Following recent releases including “You”, “1995” and “Vulnerability”, alongside airplay on BBC Coventry & Warwickshire and BBC Introducing, NYOTAA is quickly becoming an exciting voice in Coventry’s music scene.

Come along to enjoy live music as part of a weekend celebrating the River Sherbourne through creativity, culture and community at .

Get your free tickets to River Festival Coventry here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-river-festival-coventry-2026-tickets-1982886139822?aff=oddtdtcreator

26/05/2026

Join our relaxing Watercolour Painting Workshop as part of this year’s Summer River Festival! Whether you’re a complete beginner or already enjoy painting, this calming session will guide you through simple watercolour techniques to create your own artwork inspired by wildlife and natural landscapes.

Find us at FarGo Village on both 6th & 7th June at the Creative Table for this workshop from 2–3pm as part of Summer 26.

Book your free tickets to secure your place:
Saturday: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sherbourne-river-festival-nature-watercolour-workshop-tickets-1989652323660?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sunday: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sherbourne-river-festival-nature-watercolour-workshop-tickets-1989655093946?aff=oddtdtcreator

26/05/2026

Join us on Sunday 31st May from 10am–2pm for a volunteering session at Coundon Wedge, where we’ll be carrying out a Woodland Condition Assessment survey in Wedge Wood.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about woodland habitats and help us build a picture of the woodland’s overall health. No previous surveying experience or expert plant knowledge is needed since we’ll guide you through everything on the day.

We will meet at 10am by the woodland entrance in the car park of Coundon Social Club. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear, as the ground may be muddy and we’ll be working near brambles. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. Gloves will be provided, and spare wellies may also be available if needed.

Come along, learn new skills, meet like-minded people, and help care for one of Coventry’s valuable green spaces.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sherbourne-valley-project-coundon-wedge-woodland-survey-tickets-1988542473067?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come and join us for our next volunteering session at Coundon Wedge where we'll be doing a survey of Wedge Wood.

26/05/2026

Join us for our next monthly volunteering session in Whitley on Thursday 28th August, from 10am–2pm, and help care for the River Sherbourne and the habitats around it.

We’ll be carrying out practical conservation work including removing invasive plant species, litter picking, and improving the river environment for local wildlife. No experience is needed and all guidance will be provided on the day.

We will meet at Whitley Abbey Bridge at 10am. Please dress for the weather and wear suitable outdoor clothing, as some work will take place off paths and near the river. Wellies, gloves, water and a snack are recommended, we can provide gloves and spare wellies if needed.

Come along, meet like-minded people, and make a real difference for nature in Whitley.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-sherbourne-valley-project-whitley-practical-volunteering-tickets-1988318813094?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join our monthly volunteering session in Whitley! We need your help clearing invasive plant species, litter picking and more!

26/05/2026

🦔 Interested in learning more about Britain’s favourite animal?

We’ve opened up extra public spaces for tomorrow’s online Hedgehog Talk, taking place from 12–1:30pm. Originally designed for university students, this relaxed and informative session is now available for anyone with an interest in wildlife and conservation.

Join us to discover more about hedgehogs, the challenges they face, and how we can all help support them in our gardens, parks and local communities. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, student, or simply a fan of hedgehogs, everyone is welcome to join us online.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sherbourne-valley-project-hedgehog-talk-for-coventry-uni-students-staff-tickets-1980453611063?aff=oddtdtcreator

Online Talk . Come learn some interesting facts about Britain's favourite animal. Link will be sent via email the morning of the talk