Eco - Projects

Supporting Fair Trade, Organic and Local Produce

* Traidcraft goods are sold after every service

* Fairtrade tea and coffee is used in all kitchens

* An organic and locally sourced food market is
  being trialed at St. Marys Church

Reducing Waste

We are committed to household recycling and have boxes to recycle batteries, water filters and ink cartridges in all 3 churches

Glass mugs have been provided to reduce the use of plastic cups

Encouraging Sustainable Transport

* Bike Racks are to be installed at the Church Centre and
  St. Peters Chapel

* The possibility of Car shares to get to church is being
  explored

Environmental Worship

* Praying for the environment is a key part of our
  worship during every service

* We have run environmental Bible Studies

* There are particular environmentally themed
  servicesthroughout the year

Exploring the Outdoors

 * The Yew Tree Trail explores the history of St. Mary’s
  Churchyard

* An allotment is being developed at the Church Centre and
  we are looking at the possibility of developing St. Peters
  garden

Increasing Biodiversity

* Bird feeders have been placed in St. Mary’s Churchyard

* We are currently working on putting up nesting boxes in
  the Churchyard