Greening Southend

25/03/2026

🌿✨ Join Our Free Environmental Workshops in Southend! ✨🌿

Come along and be part of something special in the heart of Southend!

We are excited to be working alongside Milton Community Partnership to bring you a series of hands-on environmental workshops.

Thanks to the support of The National Lottery Community Fund, these sessions are completely FREE for Southend residents, giving you the chance to learn new skills, connect with others, and support a greener future 🌍

🌱 What’s coming up?

• March & April – Natural Cleaning Materials
• April – Hand-tied Spring Flowers 💐
• May – Elderflower Cordial Making
• June – Botanical Printing on Air Dry Clay & Jam Making

🕒 Daytime & evening sessions available
📍 Location:
St Marks Church, Hamlet Road,
Southend, SS1 1HY

⚠️ Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!
👉 Book your place now: https://www.trustlinks.org/miltonworkshops2026/

We can’t wait to welcome you! 💚

12/03/2026

🌱 Join Us for the Last Winter Tree Planting Session This Saturday! 🌳

Come along and help make Southend greener in partnership with


📅 This Saturday
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 St Mary’s Green, Shoeburyness
📍 What3Words: moves.vase.front

🛠️ Tools and refreshments will be provided.

No sign-up needed, just turn up! Everyone is welcome and we’d love to see you there.

05/02/2026

I'm so happy to be bringing Eco Days back to St Marks. The workshops are fully funded by the National Lottery Community fund and we are so grateful to them! Here is the starter Programme. There will some of the favorites from before and some new things to try.
We will still have a light meal before or after the workshop.

February
Tuesday 17th - AM - 10.30am to 1pm 🍊Marmalade Making
Tuesday 24th - PM - 12.30 pm to 3pm 🍊 Marmalade Making
March
Tuesday 3rd - Evening 6.30pm to 9pm 🍊 Marmalade Making
Tuesday 10th - AM - 10.30am to 1pm 🦚 Paper Making and Collage
Tuesday 17th - PM - 12.30 pm to 3pm 🦚Paper Making and Collage
Tuesday 24th - Evening 6.30pm to 9pm 🦚Paper Making and Collage
Tuesday 31st March - AM - 10.30am to 1pm 🚰Natural Cleaning Materials

Please book via the link
https://bit.ly/EcoMilton
Or you can email Fiona - [email protected]

Looking forward to seeing you soon 😄

07/01/2026

28/11/2025

🌲✨ Join us for Forest School Nature Drop-In Sessions this December! ✨🌲
Fun outdoor activities, winter cooking, and a festive Christmas party for the whole family! 🎄🔥☃️

📍 Shoebury: Mondays – 1st, 8th, 15th December
📍 Westcliff: Fridays – 5th, 12th, 19th December
🕙 Morning sessions: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💰 Prices: First child £5 | Additional £2.50 | Under 1 £1

🎉 Don’t miss out on the countdown to Christmas and our special party!
✅ If it’s your first time please complete a referral before attending https://www.trustlinks.org/referrals/

12/11/2025

Now 25% off. A fantastic opportunity for some festive fun :)

🎄✨ SAVE 25% off the ticket price for our Christmas Crafting cheer workshops! ✨🎄

You can now get your fully inclusive ticket for just £33.75, so join us for some fantastic festive fun where you’ll enjoy making beautiful decorations, meet friendly faces, and enjoy a touch of seasonal sparkle💫 This includes all materials, tools, refreshments, fizz or mulled wine, and festive nibbles 😋 Not only will you enjoy wonderful Christmas activities, but you'll be supporting your local mental health, wellbeing & environmental charity 💚

Workshops include:
🌿 WREATH MAKING

Learn how to shape your wreath from foraged willow and decorate it with natural materials — complete with a gorgeous bow for your door!

📍 Trust Links Rochford – Sat 22 Nov | 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 The Gunny, Canvey Island – Wed 26 Nov | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Westcliff – Sat 29 Nov | 10:30am–12:30pm

🎨 CHRISTMAS TREE BAUBLES

Create 3 unique baubles using traditional decoupage techniques, with ribbons, sequins, and embellishments galore!

📍 The Gunny, Canvey Island – Wed 19 Nov | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Westcliff – Tue 2 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Rochford – Wed 3 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm

🕯️ CHRISTMAS TABLE DECORATIONS

Make a stunning centrepiece for your festive table using natural materials, sparkling baubles, ribbons, and a candle.

📍 The Gunny, Canvey Island – Sat 13 Dec | 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 Trust Links Rochford – Mon 15 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Westcliff – Thu 18 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm
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🎟️ Book your place now: https://trustlinks2.beaconforms.com/form/a90297a0
📞 More info: 07809 331 153 | ✉️ [email protected]

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04/11/2025

🍂 Join Us for Forest School Nature Drop-In Sessions! 🌳

This November at Westcliff, Trust Links invites families to connect with nature and enjoy fun, seasonal activities.

🕒 Morning Sessions: Fridays, 10 am – 12 pm
(Extra time until 1 pm for lunch and garden exploration)

✨ Upcoming Highlights:
🔥 7th Nov: Bonfire Night
🍁 14th Nov: Autumn Leaves
🐻 21st Nov: Preparing for Winter
🌱 28th Nov: National Tree Planting Week

💰 Prices:
First child: £5
Additional children: £2.50
Under 1s: £1
📲 Sign up now by completing the youth referral form at www.trustlinks.org/referrals/

29/10/2025

🌳 Join us for Winter Tree Planting! 🌳
Help make Southend greener with the Southend Forest Project in partnership with Trust Links Charity and Southend Parks .

📅 Dates & Locations

Sat 29 Nov – St Mary’s Green Shoebury (///moves.vase.front)
Sat 6 Dec – Eastwood Park (///grace.mostly.shrimp)
Sat 13 Dec – Southchurch Park East (///cove.area.deputy)
Sat 10 Jan – Oakwood Park (///employ.valley.yoga)

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
✅ Tools and refreshments provided
👟 Please bring gloves and suitable shoes
Let’s make a difference together! 🌱

28/10/2025

🎃We Had a Frightfully Good Time at Halloween Session Yesterday! 🎃

There is still time to join us this Friday at our Westcliff session for a fun morning of nature-themed Halloween activities for children aged 0 to 11!
🗓 Date & Location
Westcliff: Friday, 31st October – Fairfax Drive, SS0 9AG
🕒 Time: 10AM – 12 NOON (Garden open until 1PM)

💰 Prices:
First child: £5
Additional children: £2.50
Under 1s: £1

🎨 Activities include:
Pumpkin bashing, potion making, Halloween-themed sensory trays, arts and crafts, and lots more!

👻 Come in your best costume and enjoy a magical morning of Halloween fun in the great outdoors!

✨ If it’s your first time attending, please fill out the Youth Referral Form – link in the comments.

📣 Spread the word and bring your friends – we can't wait to see you there!

🔖

23/10/2025

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS CRAFTING CHEER 2025! ✨🎄

Get festive, get creative, and get connected this season with our joyful community crafting workshops!

Join us for a series of hands-on sessions where you’ll make beautiful decorations, meet friendly faces, and enjoy a touch of seasonal sparkle. ✂️💫

🌿 WREATH MAKING

Learn how to shape your wreath from foraged willow and decorate it with natural materials — complete with a gorgeous bow for your door!

📍 Trust Links Rochford – Sat 22 Nov | 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 The Gunny, Canvey Island – Wed 26 Nov | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Westcliff – Sat 29 Nov | 10:30am–12:30pm

🎨 CHRISTMAS TREE BAUBLES

Create 3 unique baubles using traditional decoupage techniques, with ribbons, sequins, and embellishments galore!

📍 The Gunny, Canvey Island – Wed 19 Nov | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Westcliff – Tue 2 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Rochford – Wed 3 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm

🕯️ CHRISTMAS TABLE DECORATIONS

Make a stunning centrepiece for your festive table using natural materials, sparkling baubles, ribbons, and a candle.

📍 The Gunny, Canvey Island – Sat 13 Dec | 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 Trust Links Rochford – Mon 15 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm
📍 Trust Links Westcliff – Thu 18 Dec | 6:30pm–8:30pm
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💷 £45 per head – includes all materials, tools, refreshments, fizz or mulled wine, and festive nibbles. ☕🍷

🎟️ Book your place now: https://trustlinks2.beaconforms.com/form/a90297a0
📞 More info: 07809 331 153 | ✉️ [email protected]

19/10/2025

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS CRAFTING CHEER 2025 ✨🎄

Get festive, get creative, and get connected this season with our joyful community crafting workshops!

Join us to make beautiful, sustainable decorations — from wreaths to baubles to table centrepieces — all while enjoying refreshments, nibbles, and great company. Whether you come solo or with friends, it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday spirit.

£45 per person — includes all materials and refreshments

📍 Multiple dates and locations across Canvey, Rochford & Westcliff

🧑‍🎄 To book your place follow this link - https://forms.office.com/e/Aj5trXECc8

🗓️ Workshop Schedule:
• 19 Nov – The Gunny Canvey (6.30pm–8.30pm)
• 22 Nov – Trust Links Rochford (10.30am–12.30pm)
• 26 Nov – The Gunny Canvey (6.30pm–8.30pm)
• 29 Nov – Trust Links Westcliff (10.30am–12.30pm)
• 2 Dec – Trust Links Westcliff (6.30pm–8.30pm)
• 3 Dec – Trust Links Rochford (6.30pm–8.30pm)
• 13 Dec – The Gunny Canvey (10.30am–12.30pm)
• 15 Dec – Trust Links Rochford (6.30pm–8.30pm)
• 18 Dec – Trust Links Westcliff (6.30pm–8.30pm)