Join one of our events!
So many ways to get involved
We’ve got a brilliant programme of events this year, from helping to uncover Slough’s Hidden Nature to volunteering your time for our Citizen Science Programme.
We need as many residents as possible to learn about the effects of climate change and the many ways in which we can work with nature and water to help make a difference in our neighbourhood.
Take a look at the options below – there will be something for everyone- and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Green Your Streets: Community Sessions
A number of rain gardens and green enhancements are being planned in community spaces across Slough – and local residents are at the heart of this project.
We are inviting people who live, work or spend time in these neighbourhoods to help shape, plant and care for these new green and blue spaces, ensuring they can be enjoyed for years to come.
This project will happen in three clear stages, and everyone is welcome to get involved at any point.
Green Your Streets: Drop-in Workshops
Green Your Streets is a free community event series designed to help residents and community groups take practical action to make streets greener, healthier, and more resilient to climate change.
During these drop-in sessions, we’ll explore how small, local interventions — from planting and rain gardens to rethinking street design — can make a big difference.
Whether you’re already involved in local greening projects or just starting to explore what’s possible where you live, these events will give you inspiration, knowledge, and practical next steps.
Past events: Neighbourhood Resilience FORUM
We welcomed groups of local residents at both events and heard from the Project Sponge team about the improvements proposed to increase flood resilience and pockets of green spaces.
Residents were encouraged to share their ideas, memories and vision for the local areas they live in.
Water Rangers - Water Quality Session of the Salt Hill Stream
Come and help us explore the health of Salt Hill Steam, as part pf Citizen’s Science River Monitoring & Research initiative.
Using easy-to-use Water Rangers test kits, we’ll check the water quality of our local stream and then upload the results to a global citizen science database.
No experience needed – just bring your curiosity and be ready to get hands-on by the water.
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🌿💧 Got questions about the new planters in your community? Come and chat with us!
We've been working hard to install planters at local community centres that help capture and slow the flow of rainwater, reducing the impacts of flooding while creating greener spaces for everyone ...to enjoy.
Join us at one of our upcoming drop-in events next week to find out:
🌱 What the planters are
💧 How they help manage rainwater
🌿 What you can do to help keep them thriving
📅 Check out the dates above and come say hello!
🕑 Sessions will run from 2pm to 6:30pm.
We'd love to meet you and talk about how these nature-based solutions are making a difference in our communities. 💚
In partnership with The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
🦇👀 Have you seen these around the parks in Slough this week?
They're not bird boxes or cameras... they're monitoring stations helping us learn more about the wildlife living along the Salt Hill Stream!🌿
By recording bat activity and monitoring insects, these clever ...devices help us understand how healthy our local environment is and how nature is responding to the work happening through Project Sponge. 💧
A small piece of kit providing a big insight into our local environment.💚
Swipe through to find out how they work and what exactly is going on ➡️
In partnership with WWT , WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre , The National Flood Forum , Slough Borough Council , Buckinghamshire Council
🌿💧 Want to chat with the Project Sponge team about what we're doing across Slough? Here's your chance!
We'll be attending the upcoming Slough Family Fun Days, so come and say hello! 👋
Whether you're curious about SuDS, rain gardens, local flooding, or ...the nature-based solutions we're delivering in communities across Slough, we'd love to talk to you about our work and answer any questions.
📍 Find us at the Family Fun Days
🕛 12pm to 3pm
Come along, learn something new, and discover how we can all play a part in creating greener, more resilient communities. 🌱💚
In partnership with WWT The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
💧🌧️ Recently, we returned to a local school in Slough to continue exploring Ravi the Raindrop’s journey!
Building on what we learned last time, we followed Ravi’s journey from the sky all the way to a SuDS planter and rain garden, discovering how these nature-based solutions ...help manage rainwater in a sustainable way.
Our fantastic Eco Warriors learned how rainwater can be captured, filtered and slowed down before reaching drains, helping to create greener spaces and support local wildlife. 🌿🐝
It was great to see so much enthusiasm and curiosity as the pupils explored how small changes can make a big difference to our environment! 💚
In partnership with WWT The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council
🌍♻️ This Plastic Free July, small swaps can make a big difference.
Reducing plastic doesn't have to mean changing everything at once. Taking it room by room is a great place to start. Whether it's choosing a refillable deodorant, storing leftovers in reusable containers ...instead of cling film, or carrying a reusable water bottle, every swap adds up. 💚
Plastic pollution doesn't just harm wildlife and pollute our rivers. It can also contribute to flooding. When plastic waste finds its way into drains, streams and culverts, it can restrict the flow of water and cause water levels to rise during heavy rainfall. 💧
Small changes today can help protect our environment for the future!
💬 What's one plastic-free swap you've made this month?
In partnership with WWT The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council
The Project Sponge team recently helped plant one of six new SuDS Pods installed at Cippenham Community Centre's Pre-School Stars Nursery. 📍
Located in the nursery play area, this SuDS Pod will help capture and slow down rainwater, reducing pressure on drains and helping to manage ...surface water more naturally.
SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) are a simple but effective way to help reduce flood risk while creating greener, more attractive spaces for people and wildlife. 🌱
It was fantastic to support the nursery and see a nature-based solution become part of the children's outdoor learning environment! 💚
These were installed by GreenBlue Urban
In partnership with WWT The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council
Ever wondered what wetlands actually are? 💧🤔
They're nature's in-between spaces, where land meets water. From streams and ponds to marshes, wetlands act like giant natural sponges, soaking up excess rainwater and slowing it down before it can cause flooding.
Did ...you know Slough has its very own wetland? The Salt Hill Stream, running through through the centre of Slough's many park such as Salt Hill Park, Baylis Park and Godolphin Recreation Ground! 🌿These areas provide valuable habitats for wildlife while helping to manage water naturally.
Wetlands do far more than support nature. They can also play an important role in reducing flood risk, improving water quality and creating healthier, greener spaces for everyone to enjoy. 🌧️💚
Project Sponge is working in partnership with WWT The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
📢 Recently, we met with Slough MP Tan Dhesi to discuss flooding in Slough and the work being done through Project Sponge.
We shared some of the challenges that flooding can bring to local communities, as well as the progress being made to help manage surface water in a more sustainable ...way.
From installing rain gardens and SuDS planters to working with schools and local residents, Project Sponge is helping to create greener spaces that can capture rainfall, support wildlife and build resilience to future flooding. 🌿💧
It was a great opportunity to showcase the positive impact of nature-based solutions and discuss how projects like these can benefit communities across Slough.
In partnership with WWT The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council
Think all flooding is the same? 🤔💧 Think again.
From surface water flooding after a downpour to rivers bursting their banks, there are several types of flooding, and each happens for different reasons.
Understanding the different types of flooding can help us be better prepared and ...more aware of the risks in our local area.
Swipe through to learn more about the different types of flooding and what causes them ➡️
📍 Check if your area is at risk of flooding: gov.uk/check-flood-risk
In partnership with WWT London Wetland Centre The National Flood Forum Slough Borough Council Buckinghamshire Council