Speakers announced for Wetherby Eco Fair
Celebrated underwater filmmaker Mark Barrow will reveal the state of rivers to visitors at Wetherby Eco Fair tomorrow (Saturday June 6).
The event, at the town's Methodist Church, will shine the spotlight on environmental issues with Mark, from Beneath British Waters, starring alongside other speakers.
Spokesperson Adrian Balcombe said: "As part of national initiative Great Big Green Week, join us from 10am to discover inspiring ways to live more sustainably at the Wetherby Eco Fair, bringing together local community groups, and eco‑friendly initiatives for a day of learning, creativity, and connection."
Mark, who has revealed the state of the River Wharfe and campaigned for it to be cleaned up, through is underwater videos, will speak at noon.
John Woolmer from Leeds City Council will also talk about the launch of the recent food waste trial happening in Wetherby and villages.
At 10.30am Tanya Bish, from local social enterprise Living Potential, will speak about the local community farm.
And Groundworks' Mohammed al Olofi, at 11.15am, will share his energy efficiency improvements householders can make.
Visitors will also get the change to meet people behind community groups, who will have stalls at the fair.
These will include neighbourhood green projects, wildlife groups, and sustainability campaigns such as Butterfly Conservation, Living Potential, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, East Keswick Wildlife Trust and more.
A variety of eco-friendly products to help people live more sustainably, will be available.
And children's activities will include fun, hands‑on sessions to spark young environmentalists’ imaginations.
Check out impressive fashion creations made entirely from recyclable materials by local students.
For more information go to: https://bostongreengroup.co.uk/news/wetherby-ecofair-saturday-6th-june/