Citizen Forester tree maintenance at Brocstedes Park, Wigan

The Details

Join us for a day of tree maintenance and become a Citizen Forester with City of Trees!

We will be carrying out important tree maintenance, giving our young trees at Brocstedes Park some Tree-LC. During this session we will be removing competiting vegetation from around the young trees and replacing mulch matts and woodchip. We will be carrying out this work to ensure that these trees reach establishment and create woodland areas that will support the local wildlife whilst also responding to the climate emergency.

All tools will be provided; please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work and sturdy footwear. Drop in for an hour or stay the whole day – you will be guided throughout the day so no prior experience is necessary. This activity is suitable for adults and older children this is because vegetation removal may require the use of sharp tools. If you are interested in bringing young children to this event please contact our team to see how you can be involved

Time & Location

• 10am-3pm, Brocstedes Park, Brocstedes Ave, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan WN4 0NJ
• Please meet at the entrance to the green space next to on 20 Brocstedes Avenue, WN4 0NJ . What3words: ///bland.tall.paid

Parking/public transport

• Residential street parking is available around Brocstedes Avenue. Please be mindful when you are parking and try to car share where possible.
• The nearest bus stop is: Our Lady Immaculate Church (Downall Green Road) Stop ID: MANTDPDT. The nearest train station is Bryn.

About the site

Brocstedes Park is a public green space. It is a large grassed area with no formal paths. There are hills in the working areas and the event will require volunteers to walk up and down these hilled areas. A portaloo will be available on site for volunteer use.