Sheila Parry:

How to Make a Good Compost Heap

Together we will build a compost heap - we are aiming at two times during the day, weather permitting. 

We will also be available at a stall in the main hall during the day to answer any compost questions / help sort out any compost problems.

There will also be demonstrations on building your own wormery from plastic boxes.

Strand: Local Sustainability Projects

Type of event: workshop

Place: on the allotment site next to Community Centre (meet at composting stall in main hall)

Starts: 13:00

Ends: 14:30

Presenter's Personal/Professional Background: Sheila Parry

Master Composter (composting advice expert)

Organisation: Volunteer

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