Eco Week+ 2025! TOGETHER WE CAN
What’s it all about?
a dedicated initiative spanning 10 days, aimed at elevating awareness, promoting sustainable practices, and celebrating community efforts towards
environmental preservation
We've all noticed the changing weather patterns, the increase in local flooding of roads and fields, and the decline in biodiversity.
These issues aren't just distant headlines; they're happening right here in and around Wells, and it's up to us to take action. Whether you're feeling confused, a bit fearful, extremely knowledgeable, or simply unsure of what to do next, this event is for you.
Our ten-day celebration is all about uniting our community—sharing knowledge, answering questions, and, most importantly, having fun!
What’s On
During EcoWeek+ there’s something for everyone to enjoy and be inspired by. Just click on the images below for more information about a specific event.
"Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.”
Jane Goodall
Looking for Inspiration?
“Most of us now sense that we’re in deep trouble with climate. But it can often seem like we’re alone in these worries – and when we feel alone, we feel powerless. But once we realise that a majority feels the same way, then we know that we’re part of something very powerful.” Climate Majority Project
In Wells and the surrounding the surrounding area there are many who are taking action to make a difference to their carbon footprint. These small changes add up to a big difference. We’ll be highlighting many others things you can do during EcoWeek+. What do you do - we’d love to know. Just send a short film and we’ll add it here to inspire others.
“The most alarming aspect of climate change is the scale of the challenge. The most heartening is that we have the knowledge and means to tackle it. What we need now is the will.”
George Monbiot
nurturing our environment together
The Wells Environment Network is where individuals and organisations, come together to promote environmental stewardship and reduce carbon emissions in the Wells region and it’s vicinity.
Our Members
Wells City Council, Somerset Council, Somerset Wildlife Trust, Wells and District Wildlife Group, Sustainable Wells: Freecycle, Fresh & Good, Make & Mend, Repair Café, Tor Hill Lane, Sustainable Food Somerset, Centre for Sustainable Energy, FIXY, Strawberry Line Association, Wells Bus Users Group, Wells Scout and Beaver Groups, Wells Community Shed, Wells Lions Club, Heads Up, Wells Bishop’s Palace, Wells Cathedral, Wells Blue School, Wells Cathedral School.
Special thanks to Chris Lee for artwork on the logo.
Become A Volunteer
Volunteering in local community environment projects offers numerous benefits for you, the community and the environment. Here’s how:
Positive Environmental Impact: You can contribute to tangible improvements like planting trees, cleaning up litter, and restoring habitats, which protect and enhance biodiversity. Volunteering also raises awareness about environmental issues and sustainable practices, inspiring others to take action and make sustainable choices.
Personal Growth and Well-Being: You’ll develops new skills, from marketing and project management to pond clearing and wildlife monitoring and, depending on the project it may boost your physical fitness and mental well-being by connecting with nature.
Community Building: Working together on shared goals you’ll build relationships to those living and working nearby, fostering a sense of community
If you’d like to volunteer to support during or after EcoWeek+ click the button below for a list of participants. Select one to read more about them and to get in touch.