Local networking

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

Several ERA members attended the recent Energy Forum hosted by Energise South Downs – a thoroughly interesting evening, For those of you who were not there, here is a write-up of the event.


Regular events

  • Women Of This Town - every Tuesday 9am - 10am in the Square, Petersfield

    With Action Comes Hope! Join hands and stand quietly together to indicate to local councils that their residents need immediate action on the climate crisis.

  • 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 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 21st February 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.

    Future dates:

    Wednesday 17 April

    Thursday 16 May

    Wednesday 12 June

    Thursday 18 July – PeCAN’s SUMMER PARTY ‘24

    Wednesday 14 Aug

    Thursday 12 Sept

    Wednesday 9 Oct

    Thursday 14 Nov

    Wednesday 11 Dec – PeCAN’s XMAS PARTY ‘24

    As you walk in, turn to your right and find us the other side of the brick fireplace.

    We look forward to seeing you there!

One-off events

(For ERA’s own events please see here)

  • Future Energy Lanscapes by Energise South Downs

    Join Energise South Downs for exciting workshops across East Hampshire, exploring how we can power our communities using locally generated renewable energy sources.

    Energise South Downs, supported by East Hampshire District Council and the South Downs National Park Authority, are hosting a roadshow of workshops to discover the types and scale of renewable energy that could meet the needs of local people within their areas.

    Drawing on data and research they will explore what might be feasible and create space for an informed, balanced conversation about what communities feel is acceptable in their area.

    See Energise South Downs website for more information and to book a free place.

    Petersfield 7pm- 9.30pm Wednesday 8th May

    Alton 7pm-9.30pm Wednesday 15th May

    Liss 7pm- 9.30pm Tuesday 19th June

    Horndean 7pm- 9.30pm Wednesday 26th June

    Clanfield – 7pm- 9.30pm Monday 30th September