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What a weekend! After 3 years planning, postponing, adapting, and waiting – we finally hosted our very own Cycle the Solway sponsored by @Dodds Accountants! All results are available to view by clicking on the link for each distance: These events do not just happen and the list of thank you’s is long – so I’ll …

Watchtree Nature Reserve kicks off its fundraising, accessible cycling project by launching a new cycling event for 2021; The Solway Cycle Challenge. The Solway cycle challenge is a virtual event that uses local landmarks to explore the beautiful and varied Solway plain. The event has been put together to help raise funds for a Vello …

New for 2021 From July 17th – September 30’th What is it? The Solway cycle challenge is a virtual event that uses local landmarks to explore the beautiful and varied Solway plain.This event is open to all abilities from committed cycle enthusiasts to fun family cyclists. All you need is a bike, a helmet, a fitness tracking …

Watchtree members will continue to have out of hours access during our Christmas closure.

Its day one of the challenge yey !!! Firstly we would like to thank all the participants who have signed up!Due to the ongoing pandemic, we have taken a hit and unfortunately had to cancel a few of our events that would have raised money for Watchtree.Thanks to all of you taking on the challenge …

You may have seen in the news that the “Fix Your Bike” cycle repair voucher scheme announced by the Government in May becomes “live” at midnight tonight, 28th July. It entitles each household in England to up to two £50 vouchers to be used at registered repairers (we are one) towards the cost of returning …

You may have seen in the news that the “Fix Your Bike” cycle repair voucher scheme announced by the Government in May becomes “live” at midnight tonight, 28th July. It entitles each household in England to up to two £50 vouchers to be used at registered repairers (we are one) towards the cost of returning your bikes to a roadworthy condition. …

Under normal circumstances, Watchtree is self sufficient. However, at the moment due to COVID restrictions, our trading has reduced dramatically and that could have a detrimental effect on how we operate as a business and charity. This isn’t a sob story – we are innovative and resilient; and above all, we remain positive! We just …

Re-opening the cafe in the visitors centre whilst remaining compliant with Covid 19 regulations is practically impossible! The building and its main entrance is also used for toilets, reception, our own offices and much more. However, we’re blessed with 205 acres of land and in the current situation it makes sense to spread out. So, …