Winchester Green Week 2025 – Celebrating Sustainable Living

20th – 28th September 2025

This September, Winchester Green Week returns with a packed programme of events, workshops, and community activities, all focused on celebrating and promoting sustainable living. Running from 20th to 28th September 2025, the week brings together local communities, environmental groups, educational institutions, faith groups, local authorities, and businesses across the Winchester District. The theme is simple but powerful: by growing greener together, we can create a sustainable future for everyone.

Winchester Green Week 2025 raises the profile of environmental issues and challenges while supporting Winchester area residents. Under the banner “Winchester Green Week 2025 – Growing Greener Together”, the event highlights the importance of community action, collaboration, and sustainable living practices.

What is Winchester Green Week?

Winchester Green Week is an annual celebration designed to inspire action on climate change and sustainability at a local level. Whether you’re passionate about protecting the planet or just beginning your journey to live a little greener, the week offers something for everyone. Expect a wide mix of talks, workshops, practical demonstrations, family-friendly activities, and community projects.

Highlights of Winchester Green Week 2025

The programme is varied and inclusive, with events hosted by groups and individuals across the district. Here are some of the highlights:

• My Home Made Better (18th August 2025 – 18th August 2026) – A long-term project offering free ideas and support to make homes more sustainable, with ongoing resources and events.
• Winchester Litter Pickers (20th August – 17th December 2025) – Join local volunteers to keep the city’s streets, parks, and green spaces clean.
• People Planet Pastry (15th September 2025) – A relaxed session combining conversation about sustainability with coffee and cake. A perfect way to connect with like-minded locals.
• Home Energy Pop-Up (19th – 22nd September 2025) – Learn practical tips to save energy and money at home with expert advice and interactive sessions.
• Energy Efficiency Open Homes – A series of events showing how local residents have retrofitted their homes:
• Retrofitting a listed home (19th – 20th September 2025)
• Retrofitting a Victorian terraced home (20th September 2025)
• 1970’s Colden Common home (21st September 2025)
• Otterbourne & Allbrook homes (27th September 2025)
• Winchester Green Fair (20th September 2025) – The official launch of Green Week, featuring stalls, demonstrations, and entertainment in the heart of Winchester.
• Great Green Wardrobe (22nd – 29th September 2025) – A week-long event celebrating sustainable fashion.
• Is Your Treasure Where Your Heart Is? (24th September 2025) – A thought-provoking session exploring values and sustainability.
• ACTionsim: Film Screening and Q&A (24th September 2025) – A special screening followed by discussion on climate action.
• Charity Shop Chic – Pre-Loved Fashion Show & Sale (26th September 2025) – Showcasing sustainable style through second-hand fashion.
• Skate Date – Vintage Preloved Clothes Sale (27th September 2025) – A fun event for fashion lovers to pick up unique pre-loved pieces.
• Wildlife and Environment Fayre (27th September 2025) – A celebration of local nature and environmental groups.
• Winchester Greener Schools Forum (29th September 2025) – Supporting schools in making greener choices and inspiring the next generation.
• Creation Care Sunday (5th October 2025) – Faith-based reflections on caring for the planet.
• Inviting the Elephant into the Room: The Climate Crisis, Mental Health and Us (16th October 2025) – A discussion exploring the link between climate change and mental wellbeing.

Why Attend?

Winchester Green Week isn’t just about learning—it’s about action and community. It’s a chance to:

• Discover practical ways to live more sustainably
• Connect with local organisations making a difference
• Get involved in hands-on activities that benefit both people and planet
• Enjoy a family-friendly week of fun, learning, and inspiration

Join In

Everyone is welcome at Winchester Green Week, no matter your age or background. With so many different activities to explore, it’s a brilliant opportunity to make small changes that add up to a big impact.

Check out the full programme at winchestergreenweek.org.uk and join the movement towards a greener future.

Together, we can make Winchester a shining example of how communities can grow greener—together.