Whistlewood Common

Whistlewood Common https://whistlewoodcommon.org/
Whistlewood is a volunteer run, community-owned social enterprise with ten acres of land in Melbourne, Derbyshire

This is the New Zealand Flax in flower, and it is loved by bees. It might not be a native plant but you'll find it in ou...
10/06/2026

This is the New Zealand Flax in flower, and it is loved by bees. It might not be a native plant but you'll find it in our forest garden as it's really useful - you can make string from it.
To make the string you strip the tough outer leaf to isolate the fine inner fibers. Then, you twist these fibers together into a durable cord.

We're getting prepped today for some summer site hires. We have only cut the grass in the areas needed for events, so w...
09/06/2026

We're getting prepped today for some summer site hires. We have only cut the grass in the areas needed for events, so we're leaving as much long grass as possible for our wildlife. When you come on site you'll notice lots of interesting grasses and wildflowers have popped up like the oxeye daisies. Have a look on our website for hire information and costs, or send us a message.

More wonderful photos from Whistlewood during May by Chris Brown.
07/06/2026

More wonderful photos from Whistlewood during May by Chris Brown.

What are you up to today? This afternoon we're making Stag Horn beetle towers and Insect hotels! Come and join us if you...
06/06/2026

What are you up to today? This afternoon we're making Stag Horn beetle towers and Insect hotels! Come and join us if you're interested 1-4pm today 6th June.

Whistlewood is really pleased to be supporting this event, it's exactly the kind of thing we're passionate about!A power...
05/06/2026

Whistlewood is really pleased to be supporting this event, it's exactly the kind of thing we're passionate about!
A powerful & accessible short film bringing the climate and nature crisis to life, and what we can do about it.
Places are limited, so do book in advance using the link on the photo below or qr code.

It's volunteers' week and we just wanted to say a huge thank you to all of our volunteers past and present. Whistlewood ...
04/06/2026

It's volunteers' week and we just wanted to say a huge thank you to all of our volunteers past and present. Whistlewood would not exist without you all. If you'd like to try out volunteering and have some fun keep an eye on our social media for session details, our next session is on this Saturday 6th June, 1-4pm and we're making insect habitats.

Volunteering is all about bugs this week. If you were a Lesser Stag Beetle, living at Whistlewood, where would you want...
02/06/2026

Volunteering is all about bugs this week. If you were a Lesser Stag Beetle, living at Whistlewood, where would you want to live? The answer is a Stag Beetle log tower, seen as the height of luxury! We will be building one this weekend at our volunteering session on Saturday 6th June 1-4pm. We also have an insect hotel to refurbish. Come and join in the fun.
Fabulous Lesser Stag Beetle, at Whistlewood, photo by Chris Brown.

Some stunning photos to share of May at Whistlewood by Chris Brown. More to come!
30/05/2026

Some stunning photos to share of May at Whistlewood by Chris Brown. More to come!

26/05/2026

This Saturday, Jan is holding her workshop, Return to Centre at Whistlewood, Melbourne. You might have taken part in Jan's fabulous salsa class at the music festival last summer. This workshop is an opportunity for movement, meditation, dance and mindfulness. More information on our website. https://whistlewoodcommon.org/product/return-to-centre-30-may-2026/

Address

Melbourne Common
Melbourne
DE738DH

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Whistlewood Common posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organisation

Send a message to Whistlewood Common:

Shortcuts

Share

Category