We are running a programme of Orchard care workshops and volunteer days across community Orchards in Bristol, Bath and South Gloucester. We aim to train up local communities in practical orchard management.
Please note: If you are wanting to take part as a work/corportate volunteer day please contact Janine at janine.connor@forestofavontrust.org before booking.
Please do not refer to the eventbrite map for directions, as it is not accurate.
For this session our Project Officer Janine, will deliver a training workshop and practical session in Summer fruit tree pruning and fruit tree care. You will learn the key principles in fruit tree pruning aswell as get stuck into some tree TLC in the form of weeding and mulching around the trees.
All Health and Safety provison will be covered in safety briefing at the start of the session.
No skills or expertise required, all training, tools and PPE are provided. Please bring sturdy footwear and and suitable outdoor clothing. Please also be advised to wear long trousers as we will be working in talk grass where tick may be present.
Activities not suitble for under 16's
Hot drinks provided but please bring lunch
Meeting point:
Please meet at the Orchard at 10am
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Parking.
There is onstreet park avaliable close to the orchard on Tormarton Cresent.
Unfortunately there are no toilet facilities on site
If you have any specific access needs then please get in touch.
If you have any questions prior to the event contact Janine on:
janine.connor@forestofavontrust.org or call 07743932643
If you are new to volunteering with us could you please fill in the following Volunteer form https://forms.office.com/e/9NsJtiaxZg
