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Bathing in rivers

Given the current frequency of sewage discharges flowing into the local chalk streams it is important to understand the Rivers Colne, Chess and Gade are not designated bathing waters according to government guidance. Rivers are not sterile environments, and bacteria are widespread both upstream and downstream of the sewage works. You are able to monitor […]

Help track the effects of weather and climate change on wildlife near you.

What effect has recent weather had on wildlife? Does climate change affect timings in nature? Join Nature’s Calendar and help scientists discover answers to these questions. From leaf buds bursting to blackberries ripening, let us know what’s happening near you. You’ll be contributing to a long biological record that dates back as far as 1736. Start […]

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No Mow May

We’ve lost approximately 97% of flower-rich meadows since the 1930’s and with them gone are vital food needed by pollinators, like bees and butterflies. But your lawn can help! A healthy lawn with some long grass and wildflowers benefits wildlife, tackles pollution and can even lock away carbon below ground. With over 20 million gardens in the UK, even […]

Join the OHRA team

Can you help with planning, finance, publishing, websites or distribution? We are looking for residents to join our committee as members and for Road Reps who can help with subscription collections and distribution. Find out more about what we do, here.  If you have some time and would like to devote some of it to help […]

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OHRA AGM – Save the date! 23 May

The Oxhey Hall Residents Association’s AGM will be held on Thursday 23 May 2024 at 8 pm in the Community Hall in Broadfields Lane for all Oxhey Hall residents. Doors will open half hour early to give you time to read the reports. As usual, the AGM will be followed by some wine and cheese […]

South Oxhey Healthy Hub Events in February 2024

Healthy Hubs by Three Rivers are a “one-stop shop” where residents can get help, information, advice and guidance to boost their physical and mental health to help them stay healthy, happy and well. Healthy Hubs work with a range of professionals who can help residents get the right service or activity for your needs. You can drop […]

South Oxhey Healthy Hub Events in November

Healthy Hubs by Three Rivers are a “one-stop shop” where residents can get help, information, advice and guidance to boost their physical and mental health to help them stay healthy, happy and well. Healthy Hubs work with a range of professionals who can help residents get the right service or activity for your needs. You can drop […]

South Oxhey Healthy Hub Events in October

Healthy Hubs by Three Rivers are a “one-stop shop” where residents can get help, information, advice and guidance to boost their physical and mental health to help them stay healthy, happy and well. Healthy Hubs work with a range of professionals who can help residents get the right service or activity for your needs. You can drop […]

Three Rivers Transition Streets Programme

  Three Rivers District Council are working with Grand Union Community Energy (GUCE) to bring the award-winning Transition Streets programme to Three Rivers, helping neighbours connect, save money, and reduce their carbon footprints. Transition Streets aims to bring neighbours together on a street-by-street basis to inspire them to make sustainability improvements to their homes and […]

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Moor Park 10k Run – 24 Sep 2023

Sunday 24 September 2023 | Merchant Taylor’s School 10K walk – 2:30pm | Entry – £15 10K run – 3:00pm | Entry – £20 The popular charity Moor Park 10k & Fun Run is back for its 22nd year and is happening on Sunday, 24 September at Merchant Taylors’ School. Last year over 900 supporters […]