Formerly known as Environ, Groundwork Leicester & Leicestershire is an independent charity and member of the national organisation, Groundwork UK. We provide information, advice and practical help to encourage individuals and organisations to take practical steps towards a more sustainable future.

Christmas Shopping at the EcoHouse

For a more relaxed Christmas shopping experience this year, why not visit the EcoHouse gift shop?

On Saturday 22^nd November we will be open an extra hour until 5pm and on Tuesday 25^th November between 3.30pm and 7.30pm. (Further extended hours dates coming in December).

On sale will be a wide range of gifts for all the family such as solar powered MP4 players and radios, jewellery made from recycled glass, books and toys, recycled stationery and glasses made from old beer and wine bottles.

Organic snacks and drinks will be available including organic mince pies to get you in the festive mood.

Call 0116 222 0258 or email charmon@gwll.org.uk

Dr. Emma Hill speakes at the Building Climate Friendly Communities Event

As part of the East Midlands Expo, Dr. Emma Hill, member of our business team, will be speaking at the Building Climate Friendly Communities event. 

Emma will be speaking on the Carbon Reduction Commitment, a new piece of legislation which will make businesses measure, reduce and report their carbon footprint.  Organisations such as schools, hospitals, universities, and medium sized businesses will be affected and Groundwork will be helping them through our Green Team services.

Call Dr. Emma Hill on 0116 222 0229 or click here to email.

The Watermead Park Restoration Project

Our conservation team are set to begin a new project after receiving funding from Lafarge Aggregate Ltd.  The Watermead Park Restoration Project will involve a conservation officer leading volunteer groups in managing the willow at the site in order to enhance the biodiversity.  In addition to the benefits to the biodiversity, the local community will be able to volunteer and so learn new skills and a sense of greater engagement with their local nature reserve.

For more information please call Gavin on 0116 222 0235 or email gfletcher@gwll.org.uk