Toilets Re-open in Borough’s Parks
The Council is to re-open toilets in parks and is asking businesses selling take-away food to consider doing the same. Find out more
Become a Friend for Free!
Did you know it is free to become a Friend of Barnes Common? Everyone needs Friends so wherever you are, near or far, if you
Birds on the Common: Long tailed Tit
Long-tailed Tit (Aegithalos caudatus) The Long- tailed Tit is probably one of the most charismatic and charming birds to be seen on Barnes Common or
George’s Marvelous Rainbow Rock Garden
We caught up with George, the inspiration behind our Rainbow Rock Garden: ‘I started the rock garden in Vine Road Park at the start of
Trees on Barnes Common: Holly
This week: It is encouraging to see how the small areas of fragile acid grassland which have temporarily been fenced off are showing signs of
Finding Treasure in Nature
Don’t miss our latest set of free downloadable resources for learning out of doors! A set of five beautifully photographed images compiled by photographer and
Trees on Barnes Common: Conifers
This Week: As we move through Spring on toward Longest Day, it is hard to imagine it is only a fortnight until the days begin
It’s rubbish! Where does it go?
We love seeing more people spending time outdoors. Sadly, this also means more litter and despite our best efforts, we can’t keep up with how
Trees on Barnes Common: Poplars
This Week: What’s not to like – clear skies, just an occasional puffy white cloud, no airplanes, the sounds of gentle breezes in the trees
Window Sill Growing Part 4: The Final Frontier!
Your window sill is full to bursting and your seedlings are fighting for space. This is it – the Final Frontier. This series of clips
