About the event

As part of the 'Reuniting Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood' project, join us on a free, beginner-friendly walk to explore the names and characteristics of trees, while also discussing the deep-rooted connection humans historically had with them. Before starting the walk you will have the chance to create your own ID guide using binding techniques. Led by previous Keeping it Wild Trainees, Edie and Aanchal!

Throughout various cultures and time periods, trees were seen as sacred beings, filled with stories and wisdom. Through observation, conversation and reflection we can re-establish this connection and rediscover the importance trees have in our everyday life.

📍 Meeting Point: Crescent Wood Road entrance, opposite Countisbury House

What3Words location: twist.design.skips

⏰ Time: Meeting at 5:30pm & taking off promptly at 5:40pm

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Who can come: Open to all – Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times

What to expect:

📖 Create an ID guide using binding techniques & leaf rubbings

🌳 Learn tree ID skills

🧚🏿 Explore how people historically loved, feared & worshipped trees through classic folklore tales

🚶🏽‍♂️ 1 hour 20 min guided walk, returning to the meeting point

🌺 Discover Sydenham Hill and Dulwich Woods: 25 hectares of woodland with more than 200 species of trees and plants

The delivery of the 'Reuniting Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood' project is made possible by our funders and partners: The National Lottery Heritage Fund, The Dulwich Estate, Southwark Council, The Kusuma Trust, Black Girls Hike, and Wanderers of Colour. This funding and these partnerships help to secure the future of the woods by bringing together the management of Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood under London Wildlife Trust.

Main image by © Tirion Brown, 2025