Tree ID for absolute neophytes - 5th October 1.5 Miles (Free)

Isle of Wight Walking Festival

A gentle stroll around scenic coastal parkland looking at a selection of native British trees and learning some quick ID tips.

Appley Park Long Stay Car Park

Tree ID for absolute neophytesA gentle stroll around scenic coastal parkland looking at a selection of native British trees and learning some quick tips on identifying them. Aimed especially at non-experts.Length of walk: 1.5 miles (approx 1.5 hours)Walk Cost: Free of chargeWalk Leader: Matthew ChatfieldType of Walk: CircularStart Location: By the hut at Appley Park upper car park (NB not Puckpool Park), PO33 1ND (grid reference: SZ 60624 92251).Pace of Walk: Gentle - This walk will follow a gentle pace.Walk grade: Fairly Easy - Gentle, rolling landscape, walking on paths with good to average surfaces. Some walking on gentle inclines, some stiles or steps to be expected en route.Suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance.Facilities:<ul><li>Refreshments available along route</li><li>Family friendly</li><li>Suitable for pushchairs</li><li>Toilets along route</li><li>Takes in woodlands</li><li>Takes in coastal scenery</li><li>There are steps on the route</li><li>Dogs on leads welcome.</li></ul>Nearest Bus Stop:Ryde Esplanade (number 2,3 &amp; 8) - check your route: <a href="https://islandbuses.info" title="https://islandbuses.info" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">islandbuses.info</a>