Woodland Festival: Local Residents Walk
Explore the Woods on your doorstep! Join us for guided walk through Sydenham Hill & Dulwich Woods with stories, nature & time to unwind.
Date and time
Location
Sydenham Hill Wood and Cox's Walk, London Wildlife Trust
Crescent Wood Road London SE26 6LS United KingdomGood to know
Highlights
- 50 minutes
- UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
- In person
- Free venue parking
About this event
As part of the 'Reuniting Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood' project, you’re invited to our annual Woodland Festival - a day to leaf your worries behind and celebrate these much-loved woods, their wildlife, and the local community that helps them thrive. There’ll be tree-mendous live music, walks, crafty activities, buzzing stalls and plenty of art to branch out into. Whether you’re here to soak up the forest vibes, discover hidden wildlife, or just enjoy a day out under the canopy, there’s something for everyone.
Come along and let’s make it an un-be-leaf-able day in the woods together! 🌳✨
Join us for a short walk to discover more about the woods on your doorstep. We'll explore both Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood, sharing stories, spotting wildlife, and enjoying a relaxed walk in nature. This warm invitation is for residents from Lordship Lane, Sydenham Hill, Countisbury House, Kingswood Estate, Peckarmans Wood, Crouchmans Close and Crescent Wood Road.
📍 Meeting Point: TBC (this will be confrmed via email in advance & signage on the day)
⏰ Time: 11am meet to take off promptly
🧑🤝🧑 Who can come: Anyone living in or around the listed residences – Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times
What to expect:
🌳 40-50 minute guided walk, returning to the meeting point
🌺 Discover Sydenham Hill and Dulwich Woods: 25 hectares of woodland with more than 200 species of trees and plants
🦋 Connect with your neighbours in nature
The delivery of the 'Reuniting Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood' project is made possible by our funders and partners: The National Lottery Heritage Fund, The Dulwich Estate, Southwark Council, The Kusuma Trust, Black Girls Hike, and Wanderers of Colour. This funding and these partnerships help to secure the future of the woods by bringing together the management of Sydenham Hill Wood and Dulwich Wood under London Wildlife Trust.
Main image by © Nick Robinson
Frequently asked questions
Yes, booking through Eventbrite is essential so we can manage group numbers & contact you if the walk needs to be rescheduled due to weather.
Yes, the walk is completely free to attend thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, with support from The Dulwich Estate, Southwark Council, The Kusuma Trust.
The walk will be at a leisurely pace with benches & stopping points along the way. Footpaths can be uneven & there are steps & slopes at points due to the Woods' inclines. We are working on creating more wheelchair & buggy routes over the project period - please let us know if this is a concern.
Yes, we have an accessible composting toilet that will be opened for attendees to use. The nearest Changes Places Toilet is located in Dulwich Park.
Comfortable, sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing is recommended. You can also bring water & anything else you might need for your comfort during a gentle walk.
Absolutely! The walk is aimed at adults, but children are very welcome. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the session. Do check out our family-themed events too!
Only assistance dogs are permitted at our events.
If there’s heavy rain, high winds or other unsafe conditions, we may postpone the walk for everyone’s safety. We’ll contact you by email as soon as possible if that happens.
You’ll be in good company! This is a great way to meet friendly neighbours & discover the Woods together. Get in contact if you’d like to flag that you’re coming solo & we can look out for you.
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