Local networking

ERA is happy to work closely with other like-minded local groups, including PeCAN, HartingCAN, Growing Together (formerly the East Hampshire Self Sufficiency group), Energise South Downs, Alton Climate Action Network, Community Energy South, Hangers Environmental Network, green and climate groups at local u3as – the list keeps growing.


Regular events

  • Petersfield Eco Café - every Tuesday 10am - midday

    You'll find us in the Courtyard Room at Winton House (opposite M&S). Access is through the cafe - please bring your keep cup or mug and buy a drink from the cafe, or use our supplies for a small donation. Petersfield Eco Café - every Tuesday 10am - midday.

    Alternatively you could come along to the next Eco Cafe in the Evening (see below).

    Read more here.

  • PeCAN at the Pub

    PeCAN at the Pub is to be held on the last Wednesday of each month in the Folly Bar from 7-9pm, starting on September 24. The gathering will relocate to the Folly Upstairs on a quarterly basis to become a Volunteers Evening. You will find the group in the area to the right of the bar, ahead of you as you walk in.

    Anyone and everyone who is interested in our environment and concerned about the climate crisis is more than welcome to join us. We are a positive, solutions-based bunch, and we look forward to meeting you.

    (PeCAN have a Summer Party July/Aug and a Christmas Party in December which merges with serves as the social gathering for those months - keep an eye on events listings, social media and newsletter for updates)

  • HartingCAN Repair Café – 3rd Saturday of every month, 10am – 12:30, at Harting Club, Church Lane, South Harting

    Visitors welcome. Refreshments available.

    So far they have repaired 969 items!

  • Petersfield Men's Shed

    This is open Monday-Friday 10am-3pm, and some evenings, at the John Ide Shed, 16 Heath Road, Petersfield GU31 4DU. Follow this link to find out more about Petersfield Men’s Shed.

One-off events

(For ERA’s own events please see here)

Gardening coffee mornings hosted by ERA’s gardening expert Beverly Exall in Petworth

Petersfield Christmas Present Exchange

Saturday 17th January 9.30-11.30am

Drop unwanted (new) gifts at Winton House from 6th - 16th January, collect your token, and then return on the 17th to select an exchange gift. Find out more here.

PeCAN Home energy advice

Friday 5th & 19th December 10.30am / 1pm

Pecan is pleased to be able to offer FREE face-to-face home energy advice sessions in the PeCAN office on the first (mezzanine) floor of Petersfield Library.

Find out more and book a slot here.