Join us in celebrating National Tree Week at the Sunken Garden, Westbrook, Margate, where we'll explore the beauty of trees together!
National Tree Week is coming up at the end of November and this is a great opportunity to celebrate trees in Thanet!
Take a walk with us in the Garden guided by tree expert Peter Hasted, to discover what these trees mean to so many people and the challenges of growing trees on the peninsula of Kent.
The walk will last 1 to 1.5 hours and will be a great opportunity to discover more about the beauty of trees and urban woodland ecology. Meeting point details will be sent by us in your confirmation email.
Find out about the plants in the Garden which have been selected to thrive in this unique coastal region. They must withstand regular northeasterly, salt-laden winds and the maritime microclimate.
"Peter presented a very knowledgeable tree talk, identifying different trees and all the seasons of change producing a different environment for the local wildlife, with some interesting information on how the fungi grows on some trees and what it might mean. About how the grubs and insects living on some decayed wood provide food for birds and other insects.
"Circle of life really."
Jayne
Please come prepared for a 1 to 1.5 hour walk through the Garden, wearing suitable footwear - Wellington boots are recommended, with waterproofs and some water to drink.
The series of 4 walks will take place during National Tree Week at woodland and parks across Thanet on Saturday 22nd, Sunday 23rd November and Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th November
Sat 22 Nov, 11am to 12.30pm: Tivoli Park
Sun 23 Nov, 11am to 12.30pm: Montefiore Woodlands
Sat 29 Nov, 11am to 12.30pm: Sunken Garden
Sun 30 Nov, 1pm to 2.30pm: St Peter's Churchyard
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We are offering a price range for tickets - £5 & £10. Proceeds will be donated to Friends of Montefiore Woodlands, St Peters Eco Church, Sunken Garden Society, please choose the option that you feel suits your situation best.
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