🌿 Enstone Eco — March 2026 Newsletter

Welcome back to the Enstone Eco Newsletter! Spring is on its way, and there is so much happening in our village to celebrate nature and community! From film screenings to volunteering days, we hope you will join us for some of these wonderful opportunities.

🎬 Hope Film Series Comes to Enstone — 24th March

We are thrilled to announce that Sustainable Chipping Norton have secured the rights to show the acclaimed Hope documentary series in Enstone! The first screening will take place on Monday 24th March at 6:30pm in the village hall. Free entry. 

This powerful film showcases real solutions to the climate crisis, combining compelling stories with science and optimism. It is a perfect opportunity to be inspired, learn together, and connect with neighbours who care about our planet's future. The series has been praised internationally for its focus on regeneration, rewilding, and the circular economy.

Come along for 🍿 popcorn and 🍲 soup, and stay afterwards for a chat about the film. Please bring your friends, neighbours, and a a donation for the pot if you can. This is a collaboration with Sustainable Chipping Norton, and we are grateful to Cara for coordinating this opportunity.

You can preview the series at hopelaserie.com.

🦋 Riverfly Monitoring — Dates Coming Soon

Our riverfly monitoring programme will resume once the river levels drop again. This important citizen science project helps us track the health of our local waterways by monitoring invertebrate populations. Watch this space for dates — we will let you know as soon as conditions are right.

♻️ Big Plastic Campaign — Still Time to Join

We hope some of you are already taking part in the Big Plastic Count! https://thebigplasticcount.com/ If you have not yet joined, there is still time. This is a great way to understand your household plastic use and make small changes that add up. Get in touch if you would like more information.

🌧️ Take Time in Nature

As we move through late winter, take a moment to enjoy the rain and all that it offers our countryside. The hazel catkins are out in force, and if you look closely, you will spot the tiny pink flowers emerging. These small signs of spring are a lovely reminder of the beauty on our doorstep.

🙌 Volunteering Opportunities

We have some wonderful volunteering days coming up by joining with Chipping Norton Green Gym. All are welcome, and no experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and a willingness to get your hands dirty!

Wednesday 11th March, 10am–1pm: Gagingwell Pond and Brook (OX7 4EF)

Join us to clear and bag up debris and remove surplus plants from this beautiful spot. Please bring Wellington boots. Contact Elaine at housebythegreen@tiscali.co.uk for more details.

Wednesday 18th March, 10am–1pm: Church Enstone Crossroads Corner 🌳

Help us clear scrub and litter pick around this village landmark. Contact Elaine at housebythegreen@tiscali.co.uk.

Litter Picking Weekend: 7th & 8th March 🗑️

Enstone Parish Council's annual litter picking weekend is just around the corner! If you can spare an hour or two to help keep our village beautiful, please contact PC Philip Shaw on 07771 594927 or email chair@enstone-pc.gov.uk. Equipment provided.

💚 Get Involved

Whether you can join us for events, volunteering, or simply want to stay connected, we would love to hear from you. Here is to a wonderful spring ahead!

The Enstone Eco Team 🌱