Manningtree Earth Festival

09/06/2026

Is Christianity part of the solution to the climate crisis... or part of the problem?

It's a question that has sparked debate for decades.

Some argue that the biblical instruction to "have dominion" over the Earth has contributed to environmental destruction. Others believe faith communities have a vital role to play in protecting creation and inspiring action.

So where does the truth lie?

Join Martin Poulsom from Operation Noah for what promises to be a fascinating and thought-provoking evening exploring climate change as a faith issue. Whether you're a person of faith, an environmentalist, both, or neither, this is an opportunity to hear a different perspective and take part in an open conversation about one of the defining challenges of our time.

You don't need to be religious to attend. You do need to be curious.

📅 Wednesday 10th June - 7.30pm
🎟 Free to attend
📍 Mistley Parish Church, CO11 1ER

Book your place now before it's too late >>
https://mef.pacemanningtree.org.uk/ -1770412993458

09/06/2026

Do you want to help tackle tackle climate change but don’t have the time to become a climate scientist? Want to play your part in the climate transition?

Then come along to tonight's FREE Climate Fresk Workshop!

In just 3 hours the collaborative Climate Fresk workshop will teach you the fundamental science behind climate change and empower you to take action.

Climate Fresk prompts participants to take constructive action to help tackle climate change. A Climate Fresk Workshop is:
Scientific
Accessible
Effective

Climate change is a complex problem that affects us all, but it is still very badly understood by the general population.
We don’t have much time, but by understanding the challenge we can take our response to the next level.

Don't miss tonight's workshop. 6-9.30pm at RentMY, 8 South Street, Manningtree >> https://mef.pacemanningtree.org.uk/ -1771355324527



https://youtu.be/fm4s8iGvknU?si=JMoGm4eNxkqXfPJ9

🧩 Experience this journey by joining or requesting a workshop near you 👉 https://climatefresk.org/world/The Climate Fresk empowers everyone to understand ...

08/06/2026

With so much going on this week at the Manningtree Earth Festival we've had to make multiple posts to show you!
There are still a few tickets left for these (or they have unlimited entry) - make sure you don't miss out....
https://mef.pacemanningtree.org.uk/

08/06/2026

Week 3 of PACE (Practical Actions for Climate and Environment) Earth Festival kicks off this evening with a talk focusing on EVs, PVs and Heat Pumps - an evening discussion by people with lived experience. Hosted at the The Red Lion, Manningtree - the last few tickets are available here >> https://mef.pacemanningtree.org.uk/ -1771764671276

There are workshops, demonstrations, talks, discussions, led walks, baby and toddler activities, book sales and more! All on your doorstep.

You can find out more about the festival and programme here >> https://mef.pacemanningtree.org.uk/

07/06/2026

07/06/2026

Interested in electric vehicles, solar panels or heat pumps? Join PACE for an informal Q&A evening with people who already use them in everyday life.

Electric Vehicles, Photo-Voltaics and Heat Pumps
Monday 8th June
7pm
Upstairs at The Red Lion
Free event – But booking required **LIMITED TICKETS LEFT**

A chance to ask questions, hear honest experiences and learn more about low-carbon technology from those with real lived experience.

⚠️ Places are limited and booking is essential.

Visit the festival website now to book your place at this and our other events >> https://mef.pacemanningtree.org.uk/ -1771764671276
🔗LINK IN BIO

06/06/2026

Don’t miss out on these wonderful walks today! Even the sun is coming out….

And there’s cake at the end!

Step into one of Essex’s hidden treasures this June.

Join us for a gentle guided walk through the ancient woodland of Furze Hill, Mistley, home to magnificent veteran trees including “Old Knobbley” (below) – believed to be over 800 years old – along with the wildlife and fascinating history woven around them.

Expert guides Bob Gooding and John Hall will lead the walks, sharing stories about the woodland’s birds and wildlife, the old Rigby estate, and even the remains of a WW2 army base and anti-aircraft batteries near the Secret Bunker.

The walks are family-friendly, suitable for children over 12, and well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome too.

Saturday 6 June
Walk times: 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm
Starting point: Mistley Rugby Club, CO11 1HS
FREE to attend (booking required)

Afterwards, enjoy tea, cake, displays and a chat back at the Rugby Club.

Part of the Manningtree Earth Festival running until 30 June with 60+ local events celebrating nature, community and practical action.

Book your free places here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nature-walk-ancient-woodland-walks-mistley-tickets-1987009652359

05/06/2026

Throwback to the last Manningtree Earth Festival in its previous form as a one-day event (and manifesting some sunshine!)
Now you can enjoy a huge programme of activities over 40 days!

Looking for things to do this weekend?
FRIDAY 5th JUNE:
Baby and Toddler Rhymetime - Manningtree Library, 10am
Eat your Environment - Manningtree Methodist Church, 7pm **LIMITED TICKETS**

SATURDAY 6th JUNE:
Tour of an Organic Orchard - Peach and Pippin Lawford, various times **CHECK AVAILABILITY**
PACE stand at Manningtree HAS Pride - Manningtree, 12pm
Nature Walk: Ancient Woodland Walks - Mistley, various times **CHECK AVAILABILITY**

SUNDAY 7th JUNE:
Bennison Farm Open Day - Thorrington, 10am

Tickets and more info can be found on the booking site here >> https://mef.pacemanningtree.org.uk/

📸 TazzyBro Photography

04/06/2026

❄️ From the Arctic Ice to Manningtree – This Friday!

Join us for an extraordinary evening with Mike Keen (), fresh from a remarkable solo expedition across the frozen sea ice of northern Greenland.

Spending four weeks travelling across Melville Bay and surviving on a traditional Inuit diet, Mike's latest research explores the crucial role seals have played in sustaining Greenland's Inuit communities for thousands of years.

Drawing on his firsthand experiences, Mike will discuss:
🐟 How humans have adapted to different diets throughout history
🧬 The changing nutritional value of food sources
🌍 The impact of climate change on traditional Inuit ways of life
🍽️ What ancient food systems can teach us about the challenges facing our modern diet

This fascinating talk combines adventure, science, anthropology and environmental change in a way that will leave you thinking differently about food, culture and our relationship with the natural world.

🎟️ Places are limited – book now to avoid disappointment.

03/06/2026

All true, but forget sitting cross legged and the finger pose- unless you want to... I prefer a chair, feet on the floor, comfortable support for my back. Intro class this Tuesday,via Manningtree Earth Festival Still some spaces...