Citizen Forester Woodland Management at Hatchett’s Wood, Manchester

The Details

Join us for a day of woodland management and become a Citizen Forester with City of Trees!

We will be thinning out/felling non-native and dominant tree species from the woodland, removing lower branches from trees to allow more light to reach the woodland floor and removing invasive species, like Cherry laurel and Rhododendron. We are carrying out this work to maintain a healthy and sustainable woodland that supports local wildlife and the surrounding community.

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. The work we’ll be doing will involve using tools like loppers, secateurs, pruning saws and bow saws.

Please arrive at 10am for the tool safety talk. 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

• 10 am – 3 pm at Hatchett’s Wood, Wythenshawe, M22 0FB.
• Meet near the Hatchett Road entrance, what3words: ///broached.striving.convey

If you have any issues finding the event on the day then please contact Hannah (07519 326206) .

Parking/public transport

• There is residential parking along Hatchett Road and Coxton Road. Please be mindful of leaving space for residents to use their driveways.
• The nearest Metrolink stop is Robinswood Road, a 5 minute walk away.
• The nearest bus stops are Robinswood Road Metrolink Stop B (Stop ID: MANGTJGP) and Robinswood Road Metrolink Stop D (Stop ID: MANGPTGT) where the following bus routes stop: 11, 43, 130, 368, 716, 731, 768.

About the site

Hatchett’s Wood is a public wood. The area where we will be working has uneven ground, thick vegetation, and informal paths through the woodland. A portaloo will be available on site for volunteer use.