Tree Walk at Sydenham Hill and Dulwich Woods

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Tree Walk at Sydenham Hill and Dulwich Woods

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Join us for a guided walk to learn about the significant tree species in the woods and how to identify them.

Event details

Meeting point

Crescent Wood Road entrance, opposite Countisbury House

Date

Time
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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About the event

Sydenham Hill and Dulwich Woods hosts almost every species of tree native to the UK and a number of trees that are relics of the Victorian gardens that once covered part of the wood.

Join Tom, our Woodland Nature Recovery Officer, to learn about the fascinating world of trees including how to identify them by looking at the leaves, bark and buds.

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

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⏰ Time: Meeting at 6pm, walk leaves promptly at 6:10pm

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Who can come: Anyone - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times

What to expect:

🌳 1 hour 30 min guided walk, returning to the meeting point

👥 Learn to notice and name species alongisde other tree lovers

🌺 Discover the trees of Sydenham Hill and Dulwich Woods

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.

Know before you go

Dogs

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On a lead
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Mobility

The walk will be at a leisurely pace with benches & stopping points along the way. Footpaths can be uneven & there are steps & slopes at points due to the Woods' inclines. We are working on creating more wheelchair & buggy routes over the project period - please let us know if this is a concern.

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Wheelchair access

The walk is unsuitable for wheelchairs due to sections of steps on the route.
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What to bring

Comfortable, sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing is recommended. You can also bring water & anything else appropriate you might need for your comfort.

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Parking information

Free parking on Crescent Wood Road
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Bicycle parking

Bikes can be locked to the boundary fence
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Facilities

Toilets

Contact us

Tom Brodie
Contact number: 07484901351