Winter twig identification course (Devon)

Join us on a one day winter twig course in Exeter, Devon to learn how to identify broadleaved trees in winter.

This one-day course is for anyone wanting to learn about braodleaved tree identification in winter. It is sutiable for beginners.

We will spend the morning looking at winter twigs indoors where we will start using keys to help us provide accurate identification. We will largely focus on native species and those widely naturalised. After lunch we will head outdoors to see additional species and consolidate our learning from the morning.

About your tutor

Hannah Gibbons is an experienced habitat and botanical surveyor who has been running plant identification training courses since 2011. In 2025 Hannah set up Teylu Ecology with her brother Luke.

Feedback from previous courses

'I thought the course was fantastic! I really learnt a lot and consolidated what I knew also. I think the time split between class and outside was great, venue great and the farm visit/host was lovely too.'

'I love to learn botany with Hannah, she brings such enthusiasm and teaches in a way that is easy, memorable and fun, she really brings the subject to life! Thank you Hannah for a fantastic day of learning'

What to bring

• Waterproofs, boots/wellies
• Hand lens
• Clipboad / notebook
• Lunch and water (hot drinks will be provided)

Itinary

9.45 - Arrival time (tea/coffees)

10am - Introduction to winter twigs and use of a simple key (indoors)

1pm - Lunch

1.30pm - Visit a local site

3.30pm - Depart

Please inform us of any relevant medical requirements/conditions we should be aware of prior to the course.

The village hall does not have a car park but there is plenty of onstreet parking in the local area. Please be considerate to local residents when parking.