Forthcoming Events

Winter Tree Tour

Saturday 31st January 2009

Learn more about the features of trees in winter, and identify different species. The tour will be approximately one hour in the afternoon, details to be confirmed Free with entry ticket

"Nine Miles" - Book Reading

Thursday 12th February

Author Jim Hindle reads from his book, at the Quarry Cafe Jim Hindle's inspiring book tells of the fight against the Newbury bypass and other road protests. Come along to the Quarry Cafe in Machynlleth to hear him read from the book, and enjoy some delicious wholefood while you're there. 7pm, bring your own alcoholic drinks Nine Miles website

Community Tree Planting

Saturday 14th February 2009

An event for all ages in CAT's woodland, Coed y Gwern. Plant a tree for your loved one and learn about woodland management with with biologist Grace Crabb Details to be confirmed

Learn to Make a Bird Box or Mammal Shelter

Saturday 7th March 2009

See if you can create a cosy shelter for mammals or birds this winter. The shelters will be used in CAT's woodland once they've been made. 2pm

KIDS' ACTIVITIES: Easter Holidays

Saturday 4th April - Sunday 19th April 2009

Special holiday activities where kids can learn how to reduce their impact on the earth. The programme includes interactive theatre, bug and slug hunts, hands-on workshops, and the amazing video-kaleidoscope shows. Free with entry ticket.

GUIDED TOURS

Saturday 4th April - Sunday 19th April 2009

For a personal insight of the Centre for Alternative Technology, take a guided tour with one of our staff members, at 2pm daily.

PedalPushing!

Saturday 2nd May 2009

A celebration of all things bike! Details to be confirmed

International Biodiversity Day - Alien Species

Saturday 23rd May

Chat with CAT's experts to find out how we deal with invasive species. Details to be confirmed

Vegetarian Week

Monday 18th May - Sunday 24th May 2009

Try a vegetarian dish for a change and see what a low-meat diet feels like. Delicious food available from our on-site restaurant and the Quarry Cafe in Machynlleth. Details to be confirmed

GUIDED TOURS

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st May 2009

For a personal insight of the Centre for Alternative Technology, take a guided tour with one of our staff members, at 2pm daily.

KIDS' ACTIVITIES: Summer Half Term

Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st May 2009

Special holiday activities where kids can learn how to reduce their impact on the earth. The programme includes interactive theatre, bug and slug hunts, hands-on workshops, and the amazing video-kaleidoscope shows. Free with entry ticket.

Demonstrations by the Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers

Saturday 13th June 2009

Demonstrations by expert craftspeople, 11am-4pm Details to be confirmed

KIDS' ACTIVITIES: Summer Holidays

Saturday 18th July - Thursday 27th August 2009

Special holiday activities where kids can learn how to reduce their impact on the earth. The programme includes interactive theatre, bug and slug hunts, hands-on workshops, and the amazing video-kaleidoscope shows. Free with entry ticket.

GUIDED TOURS

Saturday 18th July - Monday 31st August 2009

For a personal insight of the Centre for Alternative Technology, take a guided tour with one of our staff members, at 2pm daily.