About Planet Wimborne

Planet Wimborne aims to bring the community in Wimborne and surrounding areas together in response to the climate and ecological emergency.

National Moth Week 2026: 18 – 26 July
National Moth Week celebrates the beauty, life cycles, and habitats of moths. “Moth-ers” of all ages and abilities are encouraged to learn about, observe, and document moths in their backyards, parks, and neighborhoods.
To find out how to participate, go to: https://nationalmothweek.org

Big Butterfly Count 2026: 17 July – 9 August
A nationwide citizen science survey aimed at helping us assess the health of our environment.  Find out more at: https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/about.  See also Wilding Wimborne’s Butterfly Walk at Kingston Lacy on 30th July.

Plastic Free July: 
Plastic Free July™ is a shared global movement that helps millions of people reduce plastic waste through simple, everyday choices and be part of the solution to plastic pollution. That way, we can enjoy cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities. Will you join Plastic Free July™ by choosing to refuse single-use plastics?  For more information, see the link at:   Plastic Free July.org

Green Festival 2026:  10 – 17 October
Programme is being finalised.  Details will be shown on our Green Festival 2026 page and events will be added to the Calendar.

Green News on Radio Wimborne

Planet Wimborne now has a regular ‘Green News’ slot on Radio Wimborne’s Monday Brunch show, hosted by Glen Fowler and Malcolm Angel, between 10 and 11am.  This is an opportunity for our Community Groups to appear on the show and share what you do and any events/projects you wish to promote.
On 27th July, Jane Benson will be talking about Wimborne Community Garden.  Please contact Planet Wimborne on planetwimborne@gmail.com if you’d like to promote your group or event.