Treekeeper group at work at the Tiny Forest in Normand Park, Fulham
We’re bringing London Climate Action Week to Hammersmith & Fulham – and you’re invited!
“From 24 June to 2 July, the borough will play host to a wide range of workshops, talks, swaps and much more, inspiring people to action that benefits our communities and our environment,” said Cllr Wesley Harcourt, H&F Cabinet Member for Climate Change & Ecology.
“We’re determined to offer as many ways as possible for residents to play their part in achieving our ambitious goal of net zero carbon emissions in H&F by 2030. Please join us next week to find out how to get involved."
Our jam-packed programme features a range of green events inviting residents to take action together. There’ll be bees. Free e-bike and e-scooter rides. Traffic-free street parties. Repair Cafés. Clothes swaps. And more!
Check out the full programme below – there’s something for everyone.
London Climate Action Week programme
North End Road Summer Festival
This event has now passed
Saturday 24 June, from 10am
North End Road, SW6
Plenty of fun for all the family awaits at our traffic-free summer festival in Fulham. Come and say hi to the H&F climate team while you’re there!
Family cycle training
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Saturday 24 June, 10am to 12.15pm and 12.45pm to 3pm
Normand Park, W14
H&F is offering FREE cycle training to help families get pedalling. Join the morning sessions if you’re new to cycling, or in the afternoon to brush up on your skills.
Wheel your bike along for free check-up by Dr Bike!
Meet outside Virgin Active, SW6. See also, Sat 1 July.
Tiny Forest Community event
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Sunday 25 June, 10.30am to 1.30pm
Normand Park, W14
Have you ever wondered how a Tiny Forest benefits your community? Find out how by asking your local treekeeper group! Learn about H&F’s three Tiny Forests and get your hands dirty weeding to help keep the area at the base of our trees clear from competition for the nutrients in the soil.
Get your electric items fixed for free
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Sunday 25 June, 1pm to 5pm
Livat shopping mall, Hammersmith
Broken toaster? Glitchy phone? Loose cable?
Bring your electronics along to this monthly volunteer-run event for a free troubleshoot. Or train to become a hobby fixer yourself.
Veggie lunch made from rescued foods
Monday 26 to Friday 30 June, 12pm to 3pm
1 Swanscombe House, Edward Woods estate
Head to the Nourish Hub to enjoy a delicious, low-carbon lunch for as much or little as you can pay.
Available every week day. Or reserve your spot for one of their bi-monthly breakfast events.
Free group bike training
Tuesday 27 June, 10am to 12noon
Ravenscourt Park, W6
H&F is offering FREE cycle training to help residents get pedalling. From beginners to improvers, Bikeworks’ expert instructors will help you build your confidence to cycle.
Meet at W6 Garden Centre and Cafe, 17 Ravenscourt Avenue.
Hedgehog surveying
Tuesday 27 June, 10am to 12noon
Ravenscourt Park (meet under the arches at W6 Garden Centre)
Tuesday the 27 of June, 1pm to 3pm
Bishops Park (meet outside the Tea House Café)
Take part in citizen science, helping to protect our local wildlife with hedgehog surveying.
Dr Bike
Tuesday 27 June, 11am to 1pm
Lyric Square, W6
Wheel your bike along to receive a free check-up.
A qualified mechanic will check everything on your bike, from wheels, brakes, gears and tyre pressure to lights, racks, pedals, saddles and more. More dates available across the borough every week. See also, Wed 28 June.
Bike marking
Tuesday 27 June, 11am to 1pm
Lyric Square, W6
Free bike marking has returned to H&F! Get your bike security-marked to trace and identify your bike should it be stolen. Secure your space in advance. More dates available.
Tips & tools DIY drop-in session
Tuesday 27 June, 11am to 12noon
Library of Things, Livat shopping centre Hammersmith
Keen to roll up your sleeves and give DIY, mending or upcycling a go, but don’t know where to start? Join experts from Hammersmith’s Library of Things for a hands-on intro to their range of power tools and other useful household items.
Come for the workshop, stay for the waffles!
E-scooter taster sessions
Tuesday 27 June, 11am to 1pm
Lyric Square, W6
Curious about e-scooters? Ask our local e-mobility company experts any questions you may have.
Bee workshop and wildflower planting
Tuesday 27 June, 11am to 4pm
Lyric Square, W6
Take a close-up look at an observation hive, sample beekeeping equipment and learn lots of fun facts about bees with Bee Urban.
Lyric Hammersmith’s resident beekeeper will be on hand to answer any questions and will be selling honey and candles on the day.
Free group bike training
Wednesday 28 June, 10am to 12noon
Edward Woods Community Centre
H&F is offering FREE cycle training to help residents get pedalling. From beginners to improvers, Bikeworks’ expert instructors will help you build your confidence to cycle.
Meet at 60 Norland Road.
Community Green Volunteering: Litter Picking
Wednesday 28 June, 12noon to 2pm
Hammersmith, on request
Hammersmith BID is working with local businesses to keep Hammersmith tidy. Sign up to get involved for London Climate Action Week.
Dr Bike
Wednesday 28 June, 12noon to 2.30pm
Nourish Hub, Edward Woods estate
Wheel your bike along to receive a free repair. A qualified mechanic will check everything on your bike, from wheels, brakes, gears and tyre pressure to lights, racks, pedals, saddles and more. Come for Dr Bike, stay for pay-what-you-can lunch at the Nourish Hub!
Clothes swap
Thursday 29 and Friday 30 June, 11am to 4pm
Livat shopping mall, Hammersmith
Refresh your wardrobe, discover new styles, and reduce carbon emissions by giving pre-loved clothes a new lease of life! Trade them in at Hammersmith BID’s and Livat’s two-day clothes swap.
To participate, visitors are required to bring up to six items to donate, which they can swap for up to six items. Surplus clothing from the event will be donated back to the local Traid and Royal Trinity Hospice charity shop.
H&F Climate Cafe
Thursday 29 June, 12.30pm to 1.15pm
Online
Join us for our next instalment of H&F’s monthly climate cafes. Join to find out more about the progress on our bold journey to net zero carbon, and how the rest of the borough is taking action.
Free group bike training
Friday 30 June, 10am to 12noon
Bishop’s Park, SW6
H&F is offering FREE cycle training to help residents get pedalling. From beginners to improvers, Bikeworks’ expert instructors will help you build your confidence to cycle.
Meet next to the Tea House, Bishop’s Ave SW6.
Wildlife surveying in Wormwood Scrubs
Friday 30 June, 10am to 2.15pm
Wormwood Scrubs
Want to learn more about the rich biodiversity and wildlife in our borough? Get right up close with reptile surveying from 10am to 12pm and butterfly surveying from 1pm to 2.15pm.
Email Kate at kate.mcvay@idverde.co.uk to get involved.
Family cycle training
Saturday 1 July, 10am to 12.15pm and 12.45pm to 3pm
Ravenscourt Park
H&F is offering FREE cycle training to help families get pedalling. Join the morning sessions if you’re new to cycling, or in the afternoon to brush up on your skills. Wheel your bike along for free check-up by Dr Bike!
Meet outside W6 Garden Centre and Cafe, 17 Ravenscourt Avenue W6.
Clothes mending circle
Saturday 1 July, 1pm to 4pm
Livat shopping mall, Hammersmith
Join mending master Marisol Cordoba along with fellow local residents to learn how to hide that hole, rip or persistent stain. No experience or equipment required. Bring one item of clothing to practice with.
Can’t get enough? See what’s happening online and beyond our borough borders on the London Climate Action Week website.
Including a day out at Imperial London’s Undaunted Innovation Hub (27 June)!
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