Citizen Forester Tree Maintenance and Planting at Madamswood, Salford

The Details

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

We are returning to Madamswood to replace some trees that haven’t survived, and to also maintain the trees that have by removing vegetation, matting and woodchipping the trees.

By mulching the trees and carrying out tree maintenance, we will be giving our young trees at Madamswood some Tree-LC. We will be carrying out this work to ensure that the these trees reach establishment and create woodland areas that will support the local wildlife whilst also responding to the climate emergency.

This work involves kneeling, bending, and optionally also involves pushing a wheelbarrow.

All tools will be provided; please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work and sturdy footwear. You will be guided throughout the day so no prior experience is necessary. This activity is suitable for adults and children. The event will run until the work is completed so on some days we may finish earlier than 3pm – please let us know if you will be coming later in the day and not arriving at 10am by emailing team@cityoftrees.org.uk

Time & Location

• 10am – 3pm, Madamswood, Smithfold Ln, Walkden, Little Hulton, Manchester M28 0GP
• Meet on site, in the greespace next to 2U Foods. What3words: ///jobs.scarf.hush

Parking/public transport

• There is residential parking in the area, please be mindful of keeping spaces in and around residents’ driveways clear.
• Buses 38, 36 and 20 operate between Moorside train station and the site.

About the site

Madamswood is a public playing field. The area where we will be working has uneven ground and no formal paths. A portaloo will be available on site for volunteer use.