Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10am-3pm (until end of May)

Help Us Create a Unique Urban Wildlife Refuge, sessions will run on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays until end of May.

We’re building something special at Cody Dock- a Riverside Wildlife Garden designed to support the remarkable biodiversity found on England’s disappearing brownfield sites. These post-industrial landscapes, often overlooked, are home to hardy, pioneering species of plants and insects. By recreating this habitat, we’re not only preserving an essential ecosystem but also offering a new green space for people to enjoy.

Why It Matters:

• Support Urban Biodiversity
• Brownfield habitats are vanishing fast. This garden will serve as a crucial refuge for the resilient species that depend on them.
• Create a Nature Hub in the City
• Surrounded by industrial development, Cody Dock is committed to regeneration that celebrates nature. This garden will be a unique chance for locals and visitors to experience biodiversity up close.
• Give Back to the Community
• From peaceful walks to outdoor learning, this green space will provide a place for relaxation, inspiration, and connection.
• Build Climate Resilience
• With drought-tolerant species and low-maintenance design, this garden is built for the future – and the realities of our changing climate.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• This is a hands-on project—and a chance to leave a lasting mark. Tasks may include:
• Turf removal
• Building gravel mounds
• Soil spreading
• Laying gravel paths
• Creating a mini wetland pond
• Installing solitary bee posts
• Planting shrubs and wildflowers

Who We’re Looking For:

• Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
• Team players who enjoy getting stuck in
• Anyone reasonably fit and eager to learn
• People who care about biodiversity and sustainable landscapes

What You’ll Get:

• Real impact—help protect urban wildlife
• New skills in ecological landscaping
• Time in nature, right here in the city
• A chance to meet like-minded people
• Be part of Cody Dock’s story of sustainable regeneration

First time at Cody Dock?

Please complete our Volunteer Introduction Form.