A Year of Living Sustainably
In July 2023 we started our Year of Living Sustainably. That’s 52 weeks, one email per week, one or two ideas for you to try, change, do more of or do less of to reduce your carbon footprint.
If you’d like to give it a try just sign up for an email at the bottom of the page.
If you’d like to share your idea for sustainable living - just one small, accessible and inexpensive thing then we’d love for you to write a post for us. Just contact sustwells@gmail.com to find out more.
Christmas Gifts With A Bit Of A Difference
It’s full steam ahead for joyful sustainable festivities, so off we go … everyone knows about Secret Santa … so here’s some more Gifting With A Bit Of A Difference !
Somerset Fields
A wonderful opportunity to get involved in a local nature project - flapjacks anyone?
A Kinder Christmas
This year, as the Christmas approaches, it does so amidst a backdrop of war, climate catastrophe, poverty, homelessness and loneliness so this year, perhaps more than ever, it's important to remember that we can spread kindness not only to our loved ones but also to others in our communities and the planet we call home.
Black or Red Friday?
Black Friday for retailers can end in Red Friday from a consumer perspective and when we focus too much on buying things, we forget about what’s really important.
Why I became Vegan
Meat Free Monday or full on vegan - it all helps. Here Amanda shares her story.
Autumn is nature’s own natural planting season.
Autumn is the time for cosy nights, hearty stews .. AND creating a wildlife friendly garden!
Sorting My Stuff Out
Do the wardrobe swaparaound - and learn how three can be a. very magical number!
FREE-duce, FREE-use, FREECYCLE
This week we shine a light on one of the projects sitting under the ‘Sustainable Wells’ banner - yes, it’s time to take a look at Freecycle and how you can take part as a donor, a recipient, a volunteer or perhaps all three!
Saving Seeds
Give seed saving a try and save your self some money, improve the success of your planting and reduce your carbon footprint too!
Food, Glorious Food
This Sunday, The Wells Food Festival plays host to thousands of visitors and Fresh and Good will be there so why not pop along adn say hello!
Clean Less - Live Longer
Is cleanliness is next to godliness? There are numerous clinical studies linking the products most people use on a daily basis containing volatile organic compounds to serious health risks so perhaps we should all be cleaning less!
Car Free - for a day or for longer?
I would highly recommend you try a few car free days and plan a some new adventures by bus. You never know it maybe the start of a car free future - Sophia
Second Hand September
Let’s Say Yes to Secondhand September and keep clothes out of landfill.
What’s The Last Thing On Your Mind Right Now?
As we swelter in 30 degree heat what’s the last thing on your mind right now?
An Unexpected Garden
Gardening should always be a pleasure, not a chore, and happily it would seem there are a number of organic methods that are just that! Less of a hands on approach and more of a wait and seed!
A Walk Around Wells
Leave the car at home this bank holiday weekend and go for a walk around Wells.
Glut(ton)s for punishment!
At this time of year we're often awash with vegetables and fruit. Read on for ideas about what you can do to preserve the gluts now for delicious summer food later in the year.
Putting the brakes on fast fashion
A stitch in time helps saves the planet
How Nature Friendly Are You?
it is a collective responsibility to preserve the beauty and diversity of our planet. By making conscious choices, supporting sustainable practices, and advocating for nature, we can make a positive impact on the world around us
Take the Bus
Enjoy the view - and the community too