We’re hosting events in multiple venues across the weekend. Visit our ‘Sunday’ page for Sunday’s venues.
Come and find out what all the fuss is all about this fast-spreading, invasive, non-native plant. Pick up tips on how to pull balsam effectively and help to (literally) stamp out a big patch of balsam at the same time….for good!
Suitable for everyone. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Wear gloves (gardening ones are best if you have them) and long-sleeved tops/trousers. Bring drinks and snacks to keep you fuelled while you bash. We’ll be running two sessions at each site from 10am – 12pm and from 12:30pm – 2:30pm. Do come along and join us whether you stay for an hour or the whole day.
Saturday 12th July
Dalston:Meet: Ellers Mill, Dalston, Dalston CA5 7QJ – What3Words: senior.unless.tinsel (parking available)
Daleraven:Meet: Layby by Daleraven Bridge, halfway between Glassonby and Kirkoswald – What3Words: pairings.fighters.ramble (limited parking)
Lazonby:Meet: Swimming Pool Car Park, B6413, CA10 1BL – What3Words: fits.slime.wired (limited parking)
Wetheral: Meet: Gate to Wetheral Woods at corner of road, CA4 8EZ – What3Words: powering.wells.stroke (parking very limited)
*For communities in Long Marton, Warcop and Dacre, we’re sorry but we won’t be visiting you this weekend as initially planned. We’ve visited the sites and the Himalayan balsam in these areas is now on the retreat and looking too sparse for a full community bash at the weekend. Please also note that the Appleby event will now take place on Sunday 13th July and not Saturday as previously advertised. Follow this link for a listing of our Sunday Balsam Bashing venues.
Come along with friends and family – or help us by emailing or phoning if you are thinking of joining us. If you could let us know the following information when you contact us:
Date of event
Location of event
Name(s) of participant(s)
Contact phone number
Do you have any additional needs?
Email [email protected] or call us on 01768 866788