A conference hoping to inspire young people to engage with the natural world is set to be held in Shropshire.
Sowing Seeds, a one-day event exploring youth engagement, nature connection, and environmental action, will take place at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre on Friday, August 7, 2026, from 10am to 4pm.
The conference aims to bring together people who work with children and young people to find new ways to build a lifelong relationship with nature.
Stephanie Bellows, education manager at the discovery centre, said: "We see first-hand how much children they enjoy connecting with nature here at the Centre and in the Meadows. This event is about sharing that passion and finding new ways to help more young people discover and care about the natural world."
The programme will include sessions focused on youth investment in the environment, addressing eco-anxiety, and promoting citizen science.
It will also explore how organisations can offer meaningful opportunities for young people to get involved in nature-based activities and encourage future careers in the environmental sector.
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The conference is free to attend, but a suggested donation of £20 is welcomed to help cover costs.
Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
The event is part of the discovery centre’s wider programme, which includes family events, adult courses, and a range of hands-on family activities every half term and school holiday.
Located in a grass-roofed building, the centre is home to the 'Shropshire Hills Through Time' exhibition, which features a replica of the region’s famous mammoth skeleton.
Visitors can also explore Onny Meadows, enjoy home-cooked food at the on-site café, and browse a shop stocked with a range of quirky gifts.
General entry to the centre and meadows is free, though admission charges apply for the main exhibition.
For more information about the Sowing Seeds conference or to reserve a place, contact the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre by calling 01588 676060 or visiting the centre's website.
Details about upcoming events and activities are also available on the website.
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