EVERYTHING’S going green at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
The charity responsible for caring for and sharing the Shakespeare family homes in and around Stratford, is inviting visitors to explore sustainability in action with the launch of Stratford’s Great Big Green Week and a series of events, all part of its ‘Sustainable Shakespeare’ initiative.
From Saturday May 3, and as part of its own Big Green Month celebrations, the SBT will be shining a spotlight on the natural environment and the range of biodiversity found across its family homes. This includes the return of the free family Sustainable Shakespeare Community Day at Shakespeare’s New Place, marking the start of the town’s Great Big Green Week.
There will also be a moth breakfast, a bat walk and a dawn chorus.
SBT spokesman Andrew Anderson said: ‘’Like many individuals and organisations, our commitment is to reach net zero by 2030, and we’ve put this into action across our estate. This includes adopting environmentally friendly methods to maintain our green spaces, such as rewilding parts of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage to encourage biodiversity and increase wildlife in the gardens and surrounding areas.
‘’Alongside this, it’s important for us to use our platform to inspire others. This event is an excellent space where we can all come together, share ideas and advice on how embrace a lifestyle that’s helps to make a positive impact on our planet.’’
Visit shakespeare.org.uk for full details of all events taking place.
