Guided by Nature: Veteran Tree Walk
Tour Hardwick’s veteran tree collection to understand how they provide protected habitats for rare fungi, bats, lichens and so much more!
Uncover the mystery behind the trees that have shaped Hardwick's historic landscape on our Veteran Tree Walk. The scarred trunks, lightning strikes, and missing limbs of these veteran trees tell a story of survival and their vital role in the environment.
Guided by our expert rangers, be prepared to learn all about their high ecological importance, how to define a veteran tree, and how Hardwick is creating the next generation of veteran trees.
This enjoyable and educational walk will take approximately 2.5 to 3 hours and is 3.5 to 4 miles in distance.
Hot drinks and snacks can be purchased at the beginning and end of the walk. For the comfort of the group, please leave your dogs at home.
Image credit: John Malley
Please note:
- Standard admission charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- This guided trail will take place from the Visitor Reception Building, located in the Stableyard.
- Please wear sturdy outdoor shoes and dress for the great British weather. Bring appropriate snacks and water, if needed.
- There are accessible toilets and parking located in the Stableyard, please note that this walk is along uneven terrain and is not wheelchair accessible.
- Suitable for children aged 14 or over.
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Tour Hardwick’s veteran tree collection to understand how they provide protected habitats for rare fungi, bats, lichens and so much more!
Uncover the mystery behind the trees that have shaped Hardwick's historic landscape on our Veteran Tree Walk. The scarred trunks, lightning strikes, and missing limbs of these veteran trees tell a story of survival and their vital role in the environment.
Guided by our expert rangers, be prepared to learn all about their high ecological importance, how to define a veteran tree, and how Hardwick is creating the next generation of veteran trees.
This enjoyable and educational walk will take approximately 2.5 to 3 hours and is 3.5 to 4 miles in distance.
Hot drinks and snacks can be purchased at the beginning and end of the walk. For the comfort of the group, please leave your dogs at home.
Image credit: John Malley
Please note:
- Standard admission charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- This guided trail will take place from the Visitor Reception Building, located in the Stableyard.
- Please wear sturdy outdoor shoes and dress for the great British weather. Bring appropriate snacks and water, if needed.
- There are accessible toilets and parking located in the Stableyard, please note that this walk is along uneven terrain and is not wheelchair accessible.
- Suitable for children aged 14 or over.
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