Trees are a wonderful habitat for wildlife and for people, from the oak tree that supports over 2,000 other species of plants, fungi and animals to the calming power of woodland walks.
From the fascination of gnarled ancient trees to the joy of planting your own tree seed and watching it grow with you over your lifetime, trees have a special place in our hearts.
Wild Walks
Gloucester
This map highlights woodland and other green spaces that are brilliant for trees and other wildlife, within easy reach of Gloucester and Stroud. They can be visited by bus, train, foot, bike and/or car.
Hereford
This map highlights woodland and other green spaces that are brilliant for trees and other wildlife, within easy reach of Hereford. They can be visited by bus, train, foot, bike and/or car.
Worcester
This map highlights woodland and other green spaces that are brilliant for trees and other wildlife, within easy reach of Worcester, Droitwich Spa or Pershore. They can be visited by bus, train, foot, bike and/or car.
Ourboretum seed to sapling events and school sessions
Working with the BBC Radio Gloucestershire Ourboretum initiative, we'll be running a series of native tree seed collecting and growing events across the project area, as well as some guided walks and talks.
If you would like to collect and grow your own sapling at home as part of the Ourboretum initiative, please register your seed here. A list of native tree species suitable for growing can be found in our FAQs.
The Woodland Trust have some handy hints and tips for growing seeds. Please grow your seed/s in a large pot with peat-free compost, and after two years we will contact you about local planting opportunities for your sapling.
We'll also be running education sessions so that children can find out all about the benefits of trees as they collect, grow and plant a sapling in their local area. Information on upcoming events and registration details will be posted on our events page.
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