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 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

    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 usually 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. 

    Please check the PeCAN Events page to confirm whether the Eco Pub is on - it takes a break every now and then!

    (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)

  • Petersfield CARR Boot Sale

    27th July 8am Avenue Pavilion Playing Fields, Petersfield

    Looking for a fun and eco-friendly way to declutter your home or score some great deals? Look no further than the Petersfield Carrr Boot Sale at the Avenue Pavilion Playing Fields!

    This Town Council event is all about reducing waste, reusing items, and recycling, so you can feel good about your purchases and sales. Paid pitches are available for just £5, but they also offer free-cycle pitches at no cost, making it easy for everyone to get involved.

    Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with your community, have some fun, and make a positive impact on the planet. Join us at the Petersfield Carrr Boot Sale!

    Find out more HERE

    Petersfield Men's Shed will also be there, selling beautifully refurbished bicycles!

    Every fourth Sunday from April to August - 8am-midday.

    Book a pitch here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/petersfield-town-council

  • Bat Walk at Merritt's Meadow - Monday 4th August 8pm


    Join PeCAN and nature reserve representatives to enjoy a bat walk in Petersfield.

  • Arun and Chichester Food Partnership - Free Cookery demonstration with shared meal - Chichester

    5th August 11-1; 10th September 10.30 - 1pm

    Both at the Council House, North Street, Chichester

     Would you like to sharpen your cookery skills with a demo from a top local chef and join us for a shared meal afterwards?

    We have two cookery demo and meal events coming up. The first will be 5th August with The Road From Karachi and the second is 10th September with Tina Catering.

    Spaces are limited so sign up here now.

  • Arun and Chichester Food Partnership Food Action Workshop

    13th August 10-12.30

    Old Court Room, Council House, North Street Chichester.

    We have the first in a planned series of Food Action Workshops. This will bring together a group of residents with an interest in working towards solutions to creating a stronger local food system. This is open to anyone with an interest in community level action to learn more, have your ideas heard and work towards bringing them to life.

    Can you imagine a better world? 

    The food system today doesn’t work for a lot of people. Food is too expensive, or too hard to get, or people don’t have time or knowledge or energy to prepare and eat enough food that is great for their health. 

    At the same time, the food system is damaging the environment, locally and internationally. But there are solutions. There are better ways. 

    Would you like to get together with other people in your area to identify one or two problems, and then create a solution? Please join us at our next food action workshop on 13th August.

    Spaces are limited so sign up here to reserve a spot.

  • Moth Night at Gilbert White's - Friday 15th August 8-10.30pm


    Join from around dusk to see how moth lights are set up and experience the first visitors of the night. Take the opportunity to experience other nocturnal life in the grounds, especially owls and bats. Moths will be examined in the morning and recorded on the Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre database. If you wish to help identify and record in the morning, let them know. More here.

  • Arun and Chichester Food Partnership Food Forum

    24 September from 10-12.30 at Chichester City Council, The Council House, North Street, Chichester PO19 1LQ

    Hear from local food projects and businesses about their innovative ways of improving access to good food for all Find out about the new Local Food Plan for Sussex and the South Downs as we launch the report and action plan.

    Confirmed speakers include:
    - Chichester District Foodbank
    - The Doorstep Deli Company

    - UKHarvest 

    sign up here