Gosforth's Wild Web: City Tree Trail

Essential Information

Event lead: NHSN Senior Naturalist, James Common

Event length: 1 session, Thursday 13 August, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm (approx)

Event structure: Informal walk

Level: Beginner/Enthusiast

Meet at: Heaton park car park, Heaton, NZ266656, held.space.engage

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Event cost: £5

About this event

Join NHSN Senior Naturalist, James Common, for a friendly, informal walk exploring the fascinating trees that thrive in Newcastle's urban spaces.

During this session, we’ll take a closer look at the trees of Heaton Park, including both native species and exotic varieties introduced for their beauty and interest.

From Tulip Trees and Walnuts to unusual Alders and the occasional oak, there will be plenty to discover and enjoy.

This will be a relaxed, exploratory walk. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear. You may also wish to bring binoculars or a hand lens, as well as snacks or a warm drink in a flask.

About Gosforth's Wild Web

All Gosforth's Wild Web events are fun and friendly. They provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy and experience local wildlife in the neighbourhoods across Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you discover in your local area? Join in today and start noticing nature near you. For more information about the project, please see here.

About the Event Lead

James works as Senior Naturalist at NHSN. Outside of work, he is a passionate wildlife recorder with a focus on botany and invertebrates. As a botanist, he is a joint BSBI Vice-County Recorder for North Northumberland and has a particular fondness for ferns, grasses and ancient woodland plants.