Tree Walks at Wakelyns

For other events at Wakelyns see here.

Paul Jackson is an expert aborist who has brought his huge experience and expertise to his work on the trees at Wakelyns over many years.

“I am still on ‘a high’ from Paul’s wonderfully informative day on Sunday. He is simply amazing, sharing his passion and rich knowledge. And as for seeing more hares in one day than I have seen in a long-ish lifetime, I was over the moon. I shall be looking for an excuse for my 5th visit …! Henrietta’s lunch was brilliant and the ambiance out in ‘plein aire’ was just right.” Diana

On a whole day Wakelyns tree walk, you’ll walk round with Paul, learning about what was planted, how it has grown and been managed, and what we’ve learned about the trees at Wakelyns. You will see and learn about how coppicing and pollarding have been part of the agroforestry system, how they have impacted on tree growth, and disease; and how to help tackle climate change. You’ll have a fascinating day learning about and enjoying our lovely agroforestry landscape.

Each Tree Walk starts with coffee before you head off round Wakelyns with Paul giving you fascinating explanations what’s happening in our agroforestry tree lines and hedges. You’ll come back to the farmyard for lunch from the Wakelyns Kitchen and then head out again for more fun around the fields in the afternoon.

Cost is £50 per person, or £25 for people on low incomes. Morning coffee and lunch included.

Booking here:

Wakelyns Tracking Walk on 19 April 2025 (9:30 am - 3:30 pm)
Wakelyns Tree Walk on 19 April 2025 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Wakelyns Tree Walk on 4 May 2025 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Wakelyns Tree Walk on 28 June 2025 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Wakelyns Tree Walk on 27 July 2025 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Wakelyns Tree Walk on 17 August 2025 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)

There will also be one hour ‘taster’ walks as part of the Agroforestry Open Weekend, Community Dal Festival, and Community Apple Day. Booking for those will be part of the event bookings for each of those.

For the full list of currently bookable events at Wakelyns see here