This event is part of the Great Big Green Week:

Runnymede Local Green Week

Chertsey Meads Balsam Bash

  • Date: June 14, 2026 - 11am
  • Location: Chertsey Meads ‘A’ car park, Mead Lane, Chertsey, KT16 8LL
  • Organiser: Runnymede Borough Council

Help us remove Himalayan Balsam from the banks of the River Bourne. This invasive species harms biodiversity and damages riverbanks, but pulling it out is simple and great fun! Wear sturdy shoes and outdoor clothes. We will supply gardening gloves but bring your own if you can.


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