RIBA Somerset: Honeygar - from site to planning, walk and talk
About this Event
Join RIBA Somerset with Somerset Wildlife Trust for a guided walk in the morning, then network and meet your Regional Engagement Partner, Nathalie over refreshments and hear the detail of the Honeygar project from Kate Wotton, Poynton Bradbury Architects and Sarah Jones-Morris, Landscape Architect in the afternoon.
Poynton Bradbury Architects, working alongside Clementine Blakemore Architects, have submitted a planning application for a new research centre at Honeygar Farm for Somerset Wildlife Trust.
This marks the next step in transforming Honeygar into a nationally significant hub for research and teaching focused on restoring lowland peatlands.
Through the creative reuse of existing farm buildings, the scheme will create facilities to support research, learning and collaboration. The design also considers future challenges, including flood risk, food security, and biodiversity loss, ensuring the centre is both functional and resilient.
There will also be plenty of opportunity for discussion, refreshments and to enjoy the beautiful Somerset countryside.
Your ticket includes refreshements.
Image © Poynton Bradbury Architects
Agenda
- 11-11.30am - Arrival at Avalon Marshes Centre. Tea and coffee are available at the café
- 11.30am - Introduction from Somerset Wildlife Trust
- 11.45am - Guided walk nearby the Honeygar site
- 12.45pm - Lunch and refreshments from the cafe
- 1.30pm - Presentation with Kate Wotton from Poynton Bradbury Architects and Sarah Jones-Morris, Landscape Designer
Note that we will need to travel between the Avalon Marshes Centre and Honeygar by car, but we will initiate car sharing to reduce impact.
About Somerset Wildlife Trust
Somerset Wildlife Trust is one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK.
With the support of volunteers they manage over 1700 hectares of land for wildlife and people in Somerset. Somerset Wildlife Trust also work with other organisations and landowners to protect and connect wildlife sites across the county and inspire local communities and young people to care for wildlife where they live
They are a science-led movement focused on restoring habitats to support a wide range of wildlife and restore natural processes that are essential for healthy landscapes, and provide vital services such as clean air and water, food, carbon absorption and flood alleviation.
Preparing for the day
The walk will go ahead unless there is extreme weather. If that is the case, this part will be rearranged. Please note that the guided walk may take us through wet and uneven ground so please be sure to be prepared with waterproofs and suitable footwear.
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Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 6.13
