Talks are based around themes such as recycling of resources or environmental concerns, such as fracking and climate change. We have excursions to outside establishments such as a nature reserve, a vineyard and the local recycling centre.

March 4 Biodynamic organic farming and sustainable farming practice,

Chris Marshall, Tablehurst Community Farm, Forest Row.

April 1 Presentation on Waste in West Sussex concentrating on the non-recycled waste Colin McFarlin

May 6 Environment Trip to the non-recycled waste treatment plant at Horsham

June 3 SE Water

To discuss water supply/quality in the rapidly developing mid Sussex area and the likely effects of climate change on water supply.

July 1 Sustainability in the Fashion Industry.

Katie Jones (Ken’s daughter) who is a knitwear specialist working and lecturing in London.