Copy of Care & Canopy: Volunteer with the White Rose Forest

Join us for a rewarding day of woodland care at Ashes Lane, Huddersfield. You’ll help nurture young trees by removing old guards and stakes, clearing grass, and adding mats and wood chip to support healthy growth. No experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a love for nature!

This event supports the White Rose Forest’s mission to protect and enhance existing woodlands across North and West Yorkshire. Healthy woodlands are vital for biodiversity, clean air and water, and climate resilience. Your efforts will help ensure these landscapes thrive for generations to come.

📅 Date: Friday 24th October 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00am–3:00pm (subject to weather and site conditions)
📍 Meeting Point: Castle Hill Side, Huddersfield HD4 6TB
🔍 W3W: bucked.blank.potato

✔️ What to Bring:

• Sturdy footwear (walking boots or wellies recommended)
• Weather-appropriate clothing (layers, waterproofs, sun protection)
• Gardening gloves (if you have them – we’ll have spares)
• Packed lunch and water bottle
• Enthusiasm and a love for nature!

🛠️ What You’ll Be Doing:

• Removing old or broken tree guards and stakes
• Straightening guards and stakes around live trees
• Clearing grass from tree bases
• Adding mats and wood chip to support growth
• Helping Gorse and Hawthorn by removing guards

♿ Accessibility Information

• The site is uneven and may include slopes, grass, and woodland terrain.
• Unfortunately, the location is not currently wheelchair accessible.
• Please wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for outdoor work.
• If you have any accessibility needs or questions, please contact us in advance so we can support your participation wherever possible.

Also check out other Meetups in Huddersfield.