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.

  • 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 298 items in eleven months!

  • Petersfield Eco Pub

    Eco Pub meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 7-9pm at The Square Brewery (in The Square!). As you walk in, turn to your right and find us the other side of the brick fireplace. The pub offers level access.

  • Petersfield Men's Shed

    The first meeting was held on Saturday 4 March at the John Ide Shed, 16 Heath Road, Petersfield GU31 4DU. The ribbon was cut at 11am, refreshments and tours were on offer - everyone welcome. Follow this link to find out more about Petersfield Men’s Shed.

  • PeCAN Eco Cafe in the Evening

    The next friendly social gathering is on Wednesday 16th October 7-9pm at The Square Brewery (in The Square!).

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

    Eco Pub meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 7-9pm at The Square Brewery (in The Square!). As you walk in, turn to your right and find us the other side of the brick fireplace. The pub offers level access. 

    (We have a Summer Party July/Aug and a Christmas Party in December which merges with Eco Pub as the social gathering for those months - keep an eye on our Events listings, social media and newsletter for these events)

One-off events

(For ERA’s own events please see here)

  • National Hedgerow Week

    5 - 11 May

    Hedgerows are the often-unsung heroes of the British countryside, yet they form the UK’s largest wildlife habitat, are a major part of our landscape and cultural heritage, and are crucial to halting biodiversity decline and tackling climate change. Get involved in the Great British Hedgerow Survey or join a free online hedge talk!

    Find out more here.

  • Three Steps to Greening your Curriculum

    Tuesday 6 May 4-5.30pm

    This online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) workshop for educators will share three simple steps to begin greening your existing school curriculum.

    Funded and facilitated by PeCAN, the workshop will be run by Paul Turner, Education Lead for the Ministry of Eco Education, a charity that supports teachers to weave sustainability through their teaching. The Ministry of Eco Education has collated a wealth of resources and opportunities from hundreds of organisations and shares these materials for free via its website.

    Join the workshop on Tuesday 6th May at 4pm, ready to explore how best to integrate sustainability into your work.

    To register your free place on this CPD session please email your name, school and subject area or year group to education@petersfieldcan.org

    PeCAN are able to provide this session free of charge with thanks to grant funding from South Downs National Park and East Hampshire District Council

  • Petersfield Physic Garden 35th Anniversary weekend

    21 & 22 June

    Festivities will begin with Pippa Greenwood, Gardeners' Question Time expert, and will include an exhibition, music, children's art display, gardeners on hand, nature-based activities for children, and a Grand Plant Sale! Save the date.