Corporate Wild Work Day: Conservation Day at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Thank you for thinking of Sussex Wildlife Trust for your staff volunteering days. We would be delighted to organise a bespoke session for you and your colleagues through our 'Wild Work Days' environmental team building programme.

Conservation Day: Step into nature and help Sussex be a place where people and wildlife can thrive together. Activities will include: clearing the area of Himalayan Balsam, which is a non-native, invasive species. Physical conservation work is the main activity of the day whilst learning about the habitat and wildlife within it.

We do charge for these bespoke events to cover staff time, resources and insurance. The minimum number of people we can run a session for is 6 people with a maximum of 30.

Small Group (6-15): £700 + VAT

Large Group (16-30): £1000 + VAT

(Prices shown on tickets is for deposit only)

A 10% deposit (exclusive of VAT), plus booking fee, is required to confirm your space. VAT will be charged on the final invoice for the full amount.

Meeting Point: Meet at the campsite reception TN22 3QT. https://wowo.co.uk/directions/

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Parking and charges: There is onsite free parking available at the campsite for cars and buses. Cars are parked on the grass opposite reception. We encourage you to car share as much as possible.

Toilets: There are plenty of toilets dotted around the campsite, so only a short walk away from where we'll be working.

Accessibility: This event takes place in the Low Weald where the ground is uneven in places. There are 2 accessible toilets onsite. If you have any specific access needs that you would like to discuss, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

What should I wear?

• Please wear clothes suitable for the weather and you don’t mind getting dirty. Layers are usually best so you can add or remove as necessary, as the weather conditions can quickly change.

• Have sturdy, comfortable walking boots to wear whilst taking part in the activity. Wellies would also be good as it might be muddy near the river banks.

What do I need to bring with me?

• Please bring refillable bottles for drinking water. We are an environmental charity and highly discourage single-use plastic bottles.

• If you are attending a full day session, please bring a packed lunch, and snacks, ideally in a reusable container. There is also an option to pre-order food to be delivered from caterers; please contact us in advance if you wish to do this. Please note, you will have to provide your own plates and cutlery.

• It's worth bringing cameras and binoculars if you have them, and we'd love to see your photos, stories and blogs about your day with us.

• Don’t forget any Medic*tion you may need. You are advised to be up to date with your tetanus immunisation.

• We recommend you bring suntan lotion/insect repellent as required.

• At most sites there is no facility to leave bags/valuables. We recommend bringing your personal items in a rucksack which can be easily carried with you.

Other information

The timings of this day can be adjusted to suited the booking company. We can accommodate anything between the hours of 9am and 4pm.

• We also have an onsite spa and sauna, it's beautiful, and could be available for a private hire at the end of your day! Enquire directly with the spa about availability and prices please: https://wildspawowo.co.uk/

• We also host a range of workshops, such as foraging, wellbeing potion classes, bushcraft and more, so there is potential to expand your away days into an overnight stay in our glamping options and to consider some additional team building and educational, nature based experiences.

What is provided by Sussex Wildlife Trust?

• We will provide all tools and gloves as well as all safety equipment required.

• We will show you how to use all tools safely.

• A first aider will be available and all volunteers are covered by our insurance when with us.

What if my session is cancelled?

• Most activities will go ahead in rain, snow, wind and sometimes even sunshine! You will be informed if your session is unable to go ahead and a new date will be arranged. If you are not contacted, the event will be going ahead as planned.

Cancellation Policy: Please note that cancellation and rescheduling should be by exception only and no later than 10 working days before the arranged date to avoid unnecessary charges (i.e. your employer or funder may incur a charge for cancellations with less than 10 working days’ notice). Please apply the same notice with any changes to number of people which are subject to a minimum charge.

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