"Less Walk More Talk" Walk on the Wildside, Stoke Park

A walk around Stoke Park with Steve England, learning about the trees, plants and wildlife that appears at this time of year throughout the different habitats we encounter.

On this circular walk, we will take a look at our local wildlife, learn the interesting facts about its birds, mammals, critters and creatures. We will learn all about the plants & flowers, hedgerows, field species & trees that make up our estate, and maybe have some practical plants knowledge, hedgerow snacks and creative tree uses thrown in along the way! Local conservationist, Steve England will be leading this wonderful walk, finding wildlife as we go and sharing his fantastic wildlife knowledge with you all.

This walk will be a shorter route than the usual event walks, taking a circular route around the upper woodlands and will include more rest breaks! Please note there will still be some walking involved but we aim for this to be at a slower pace to allow for a wider range of abilities.

All ages welcome. Please note content is not specifically aimed at children and some walking will be involved both along the Stoke Park path, across the fields and within the woodland.

Please dress according to the weather and wear sturdy footwear. Bring binoculars, notepad and pen and a drink for the walk!

We will meet by the Vench Adventure Playground, Romney Avenue, at 10:25am.

The Stoke Park Project - what is it and why is my place funded?

This is your opportunity to come and be part of a community conversation about Stoke Park. Bristol City Council wants to hear from you about which of the Park’s heritage and access features needs improving first.

By taking part in a fully funded walk with Steve England, you will learn all about the heritage, history and nature of the park, and afterwards you will be asked to send some feedback in a 3 minute survey, based on what you’ve seen and learned.

After the walk you will also have the chance to chat to Maria from Lockleaze Neighbourhood Trust about your feelings and opinions. Which heritage aspects do you want to see restored first and foremost? Where could Stoke Park be easier to access for all?

The feedback received will inform how Bristol City Council manage the estate – so this really is your chance to influence the future of Stoke Park.

We request for any one individual to only book ONE funded space if possible throughout the programme please.

SE Outdoor Learning events take place outdoors, and therefore unfortunately may need to be postponed or cancelled in the days leading up to the event if it seems that the weather will be too poor for it to be run safely. We will always aim to confirm cancellation of the event 24 - 48 hours in advance (though on very rare occassions, sudden weather changes may mean its closer than this). Please keep an eye on your emails and Facebook for information regarding this. If you cannot make the postponed date, please request a refund and we will be able to issue this for you asap.

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Stoke Gifford.