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EcoLocal2 days ago
Carshalton Frost Fair 2025 – fallow year - however, we are running a special Wallington Farmers' Market on Dec 13th 9am-1pm - with many of the same stalls for some proper Christmas magic !

The special Wallington Farmers' Market on Dec 13th will have Santa, festive food, choirs and Jazz, arts and crafts, Christmas wreaths, skin care and beauty products, mulled wine and spiced cider and lots and lots of food stalls - so come along for some proper festive cheer - see the Market page on our website at www.ecolocal.org.uk

We have decided to have a year off from the Carshalton Frost Fair in 2025. The event takes a huge amount of time and effort to put on as volunteers in our spare time and we feel we need time to focus on other community projects this year. So 2025, like the odd other year in the past, will be a fallow Frost Fair year.



Thanks all.
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EcoLocal7 days ago
Why Late November & December Are a Great Time for Hedge Trimming ✂️🌿

If you’ve been thinking about getting your hedges tidied up, the next few weeks are actually one of the best times to do it.

🕊 Wildlife-friendly timing
The bird-nesting season is long finished, so trimming now means you can shape your hedges without disturbing wildlife.

🌱 Healthier hedges next spring
A good winter trim helps keep hedges compact, encourages fresh new growth in spring, and can prevent them becoming woody or overgrown.

🍃 Less stress on plants
Most shrubs are dormant at this time of year, so pruning causes less shock and helps hedges maintain a strong structure.

🏡 Improve light and tidy your space
A winter cut lets more light into your garden during the darker months and helps keep paths and driveways clear and safe.

If you'd like help with winter hedge trimming, our friendly local team can help.

We work across Carshalton, Sutton and nearby areas, offering reliable gardening support — email us at services@ecolocal.org.uk to book a free intial visit! 🌿✨
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EcoLocal1 week ago
If you are interested in growing organic fruit and vegetables and encouraging wildlife, why not come along to EcoLocal's Surrey Organic Gardening Group talks and meet ups?

Next meet - Friday 28th November: Gardens in Winter
Join us for a talk by Anna Ribo on how make your garden appealing in the darker time of the year. What plants put on a good show in winter, how to use bulbs to most effect, winter flowering shrubs colourful stems, seedheads, bark and climbers. Anna was previously head gardener at Long Barn, now works on garden restoration projects and frequently teaches workshops on planting for members of the Society of Garden Designers.

Meetings are 7.30pm (arrive from 7.15pm) at the Garden Hall, The Lodge, Honeywood Walk, Carshalton SM5 3NX. See https://www.ecolocal.org.uk/our-activities/surrey-organic-gardening-group/

Entrance fees
All the remaining meetings in 2025 are free for members of SOGG who paid membership fees earlier this year. Non-members are very welcome – only £3 on the door including tea, coffee and biscuits (cash or card). Please do invite your friends.
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EcoLocal2 weeks ago
🌿 Design Your Own Kitchen Garden – Saturday 22nd November 2025, 10.30am –3.00 pm🌿

A friendly, creative workshop with EcoLocal at The Lodge, Carshalton

If you’ve ever dreamed of growing delicious herbs, fresh salads, or your own seasonal vegetables, this workshop is the perfect way to get started. There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of harvesting your own produce—tastier, healthier, and often far better value than the supermarket aisles.

Join us for a relaxed, half-day organic kitchen garden workshop, specially designed to help you create a beautiful, productive plot you’ll love spending time in. Together we’ll explore:

✨ How to prepare your soil
✨ Ways to design a plot that suits your space
✨ Tips to maximise your crop yield
✨ Simple steps for ongoing care and maintenance

If you’d like personalised guidance, feel free to bring along a few photos or a sketch of your garden area. We’ll help you develop your own kitchen-garden design and share lots of practical, easy-to-follow ideas to make it a reality.

📍 Where: EcoLocal, The Lodge, Honeywood Walk, Carshalton SM5 3NX
In the peaceful grounds of Carshalton Ecology Centre, right by the ponds.

It promises to be a friendly, inspiring session—perfect for anyone who loves gardens, good food, and a touch of creativity. 🌸🥕

For more info and booking visit https://tinyurl.com/ecolocaltraining
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Carshalton EcoFair

August Bank Holiday Monday, Carshalton Park, Ruskin Road, Carshalton, Surrey
Carshalton EcoFair
Carshalton EcoFair2 days ago
Come along for some proper festive cheer
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Carshalton EcoFair7 days ago
🌿😉 “Hedges Getting a Bit Bushy? A Quick Trim Now Will Keep Them in Line All Winter”
Carshalton EcoFair
Why Late November & December Are a Great Time for Hedge Trimming ✂️🌿

If you’ve been thinking about getting your hedges tidied up, the next few weeks are actually one of the best times to do it.

🕊 Wildlife-friendly timing
The bird-nesting season is long finished, so trimming now means you can shape your hedges without disturbing wildlife.

🌱 Healthier hedges next spring
A good winter trim helps keep hedges compact, encourages fresh new growth in spring, and can prevent them becoming woody or overgrown.

🍃 Less stress on plants
Most shrubs are dormant at this time of year, so pruning causes less shock and helps hedges maintain a strong structure.

🏡 Improve light and tidy your space
A winter cut lets more light into your garden during the darker months and helps keep paths and driveways clear and safe.

If you'd like help with winter hedge trimming, our friendly local team can help.

We work across Carshalton, Sutton and nearby areas, offering reliable gardening support — email us at services@ecolocal.org.uk to book a free intial visit! 🌿✨
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Carshalton EcoFair1 week ago
Next meet - Friday 28th November: Gardens in Winter
Join us for a talk by Anna Ribo on how make your garden appealing in winter.
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Carshalton EcoFair3 weeks ago
🍎 Pop down to Wallington’s Farmers Market this Saturday! Packed with fresh local produce, homemade goodies, and crafts — plus that friendly community feel that makes a proper Saturday morning out. 🥕🧀☕
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Carshalton EcoFair2 months ago
Farmers’ markets are good because they let you buy fresh, locally produced food, health products, and art directly from farmers and makers—supporting local enterprise, creativity, and traditional craftsmanship. Why not come along on Saturday !
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Carshalton EcoFair2 months ago
Why not join our four-week Flower Arranging Course, perfect if you’d like to try something creative in a friendly, welcoming setting.
Carshalton EcoFair
A Relaxing Autumn Treat in Carshalton – Flower Arranging Course

Looking for something uplifting to do this autumn? Why not join our four-week Flower Arranging Course, perfect if you’d like to try something creative in a friendly, welcoming setting.

Held at EcoLocal’s charming Garden Hall in Carshalton, each week you’ll explore a different style of arrangement—from timeless hand-tied bouquets to chic, modern displays. You’ll learn how to choose and prepare seasonal flowers and greenery, experiment with containers, and even discover eco-friendly ways to design without floral foam.

This is a gentle, informal course—absolutely no experience is needed. It’s all about taking a little time for yourself, meeting others, and enjoying the calming pleasure of working with flowers. Each week you’ll take home a beautiful arrangement to brighten up your home.

📅 Starts Wednesday 1st October
🕥 10.30am – 12.30pm
📍 Garden Hall, EcoLocal, Carshalton
Places are limited – so book early to secure your place

https://www.ecolocal.org.uk/uncategorized/flower-arranging-4-week-course-starting-wednesday-1st-october-2025/
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