Ancient Tree Forum


25, 26, 27 and 29 November 2008	Historic and Botanic Garden Bursary Scheme Working to strengthen the UK's horticultural heritage Management of Veteran Trees in Historic Gardens	Historic and Botanic Garden Bursary Scheme present:- Management of Veteran Trees in Historic Gardens Perspectives on habitat and risk management: a one day seminar by Ted Green and Neville Fay. The seminar will discuss the nature of heritage and veteran trees, consider conservation-based risk management and explore decision making strategies for professional gardeners. LONDON-Richmond Park Monday 24 November FULLY BOOKED BRISTOL - Ashton Court Tuesday 25 November SWANSEA -Singleton Botanic Gardens Wednesday 26 November LIVERPOOL- Croxteth Park Thursday 27 November GLASGOW-Glasgow City Crematorium Saturday 29 November Further details available from Scheme Co-ordinator Fiona Dennis:- Tel: 07867 537 945 or email: Fiona.dennis@english-heritage.org.uk

25 26 November 2008	''The Biology of Decay in Trees Course' by the National Trust to be held at Hatfield Forest Takeley Bishop Stortford Herts CM22 6NW	The course will cover aspects of how a tree decays, which species of fungi are involved and what types of rot they produce. It will also look at the wildlife that is dependent upon the different types of rot and its conservation status. For course content or booking form please contact: Nicky Daniel, Property Administrator email nicky.daniel@nationaltrust.org.uk

20 November 2008	Trees Project Limited Present Meripilus Seminar Wimpole Hall Cambridgeshire	Trees Project Limited will be presenting the most recent findings from our trial sites of 700 Mature-Ancient Beech Trees in Somerset - we have primary evidence of the relationship between occurances of Meripilus and tree failures. Additional data from almost 100 case studies. The seminar is aimed at updating the knowledge of practitioners and professionals within the arboricultural industry. There will be additional short presentations from other organisations and consultants involved in Meripilus investigations. Decay Research Update. and launch of the National Meripilus Network ● Update on Merripilus Research; how does the fungus progress through tree roots? ● What are the consequences of interactions with other diseases and other stresses? ● Is there a critical amount of damage that causes trees to fail? ● Evaluating the effects of canker diseases on trees. ● How do cankers disrupt the vascular system of trees? ● How to evaluate the amount of canker damage a tree can withstand; how and when might chestnut bleeding canker kill trees? ● What are the interactions between bleeding cankers and other diseases and stresses? Space is limited to 25 so it is advised that you reserve a place as soon as possible by e-mail marcus@trees-project.co.uk or telephone 07870 280235. Alternatively fill in and send the booking form to TREES PROJECT LIMITED, PO Box 607, Waterbeach, Cambridge, CB25 9WN. The cost of each seminar is �141 inc VAT but discounts are available to those who book both seminars, hold Trees Project Limited credit notes, existing TTMS Licensees and existing customers of Trees Project Limited.

20 November 2008	Irreplaceable � the World�s Most Invaluable Species Royal Geographical Society 1 Kensington Gore London SW7 2AR	The ever-popular and thought-provoking Earthwatch Debate this year focuses on the world�s most irreplaceable species � choose between bees, bats, fungi, plankton and primates (but not man!), championed by leaders in their field. Chair - Andrea Catherwood, TV broadcaster & independent film producer Our speakers for the evening: Bats - Dr. Kate Jones, the Zoological Society of London Bees - Dr. George McGavin, Honorary Research Associate, Oxford University Museum of Natural History Fungi - Prof. Lynne Boddy, Cardiff School of Biosciences Plankton - Prof. David Thomas, School of Ocean Sciences, University of Bangor Primates - Ian Redmond OBE, Chairman of the Ape Alliance Doors open at 6.00pm (cash bar); debate to be followed by a second cash bar, 9.00-9.30pm. Entrance free to Earthwatch supporters; otherwise a small donation will be requested on the door. Optional buffet supper, 9.00-10.30 � supper tickets �25.00 For tickets and more information, please contact the Earthwatch Europe Events Department on (01865) 318856; email events@earthwatch.org.uk www.earthwatch.org

19 November 2008	Wokingham District Veteran Tree Association 'Veteran Tree Archaeology' Talk by Ted Green, Ancient Tree Forum St Mary's Church Centre Station Road Twyford RG10 9NT	Old trees, that were once working trees, can still be found in the countryside. They are an important part of our cultural and environmental heritage. They gave us many benefits; fuel, fodder for animals and timber for building. What do they tell us about how people used the land in the past? Come and be entertained and inspired by an acknowledged expert on this subject. 7.30 - 9.30 p.m. (doors open 7.10 p.m.) Admission �3 to include refreshments Nearest Station: Twyford. Car Park: Waitrose, off High Street Flyer pdf (302KB)

15 November 2008	Wiltshire Tree Warden Scheme A Walk in the Woods Oakfrith Wood Urchfont (Grid Ref: SU027568) Follow the byway off B3098 first right after the entrance to Urchfont Manor heading west	Following the successful meetings at Dinton and Lockeridge it is clear that there is sufficient interest in setting up a Tree Warden Scheme in Wiltshire. Due to a number of reasons both in relation to the reorganisation of the local authorities and availability of various personnel the formal launch of Tree Warden Scheme will not take place until the 24th January. As there is some time between now and the January meeting we have arranged a �Walk in the Woods�, this will be an informal morning walk giving you the chance to chat with other like minded people, a chance to ask questions of staff involved in the project and a chance to see a small wood that is managed as a community woodland benefiting both the local community and local biodiversity. The walk will last an hour and a half or so and is an opportunity to find out more about the Tree Warden Scheme in Wiltshire, to discuss issues that are important to you and for you to let us know what things you would like the scheme to give you, be it contacts, advice, meetings, workshops or training events. Everyone welcome, bring your friends and family, well behaved dogs welcome, why not bring a picnic to eat in the woods after the walk. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday 15 November 2008 9.45 am for 10.00 am start (meet at the entrance to the woods). Please fill in the booking form

13 November 2008	Treework Environmental Practice (TEP) in association with Cardiff University School of Biosciences A one-day seminar (XII) Trees, Roots, Fungi, Soil Below-ground ecosystem & implications for tree health National Museum Cardiff Cathays Park Cardiff CF10 3NP	This seminar explores what constitutes a healthy environment in which trees can grow and different ways of addressing adverse impacts on functioning root activity. The seminar will explore research into soil amelioration and processes that lead to breakdown in functioning soil ecology influencing �pathogenicity�. There are different experiments and experiences of soil ecology rejuvenation, including mineralization: we will look at whether these have universal relevance or are specific to certain ecosystems. Thursday 13th November 2008 Further information +speakers pdf (3MB) Early Bird: �180 (+VAT) up to and including 30th June Thereafter: �205 (+VAT) Price includes delegates� booklet. Price of delegates� booklet to non-attending members: �85 (+VAT) Bookings are now being taken at www.treeworks.co.uk/seminars

13 November 2008	Devon ATF Visit to Shute Park 'A Fungal Foray' Pennyhayes Farm (SY241970)	We have lined up a great visit for you: A Fungal Foray lead by the renown expert Michael Jordan at Shute Park. Michael will be leading the fungus foray but Phil Wilson (who is familiar with the layout of the site) is to be the local guide. The idea is to walk up from Pennyhayes across fields known for their waxcaps and into Woodend Park (the old Shute Deer Park). This is the oldest extant park in Devon - dating back at least to about 1250 - and is famous for its ancient oaks (more than 100) as well as its epiphytic lichens and deadwood beetles. So we can expect a very interesting day. We will meet at Pennyhayes Farm (SY241970) at 10 for a 10.30 start. There is limited parking at the farm but overflow parking is at Easy Bridge Cross, 200m to the south. Please try to car share where possible. Bring a packed lunch and be prepared for a 4pm finish. Please book on line filling in the Devon booking form

23 October 2008	CAVAT in Practice Tim Moya Associates Aboricultural and Landscape Consulta ts A day's Training Seminar with the Author Greenway Business Centre Harlow Business Park Harlow Essex CM19 5Q	CAVAT has been on the news as the most exciting new development in Tree Value for several decades. It is featured in Trees in Towns 2, in the case study no. 9, Establishing and Justifying the Tree Budget, and it is now included in the Joint Mitigation Protocol for London Boroughs as the approved method of setting the evidence levels for trees involved in subsidence cases. This day will be a practical introduction to CAVAT by its author Chris Neilan, for practitioners needing to apply it, either as a tree management tool, or to provide reliable values for individual trees. TOPICS COVERED ● Introduction to concepts of value ● Alternative tree value methods ● Background to CAVAT ● Applications of CAVAT ● The Quick method and the Full method ● The Full method in detail: theory ● The Full method in detail: in practice ● Trial and review ● Roundup Lunch and refreshments will be served. Cost per person: �150+VAT (places are limited so please don�t delay) Booking and further information contact:- Tim Moya Associates Telehone: 0845 094 3268 Fax: 0845 094 3269 or email: alice.moya@tma-consultants.co.uk

18 October 2008	ATF Field Event Windsor Great Park Berkshire	*The ATF is 10 years old* Join the all-day, into evening, party to celebrate 10 very active years of the Ancient Tree Forum and see some of the most magnificent trees in the Universe in the Great Park � home to oaks with ages from acorns to over 1000 years old. Guided walks, short talks and evening party. Want to tell people an ancient tree story? � we welcome 10-15min talks about ancient trees anywhere in the world. A chance to meet like-minds under fat, old trees. Join us at any time at the York Club or at 10 for 10.30 for the guided walk. Refreshments such as coffee and tea will be provided but please bring your own picnics. Please book on line filling in the General booking form so that we may plan for the day.e may plan for the day.

15/17 October 2008	'Greenproofing Landscapes People, Trees and Places' Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) Study Tour 2008 The Royal Hotel Ashby de la Zouch	How do we as land managers ensure that the trees we plant are fit for purpose, provide value and are here to stay? How do we make certain that changes in climate, public attitudes, housing and food demands are taken into account when we create new green spaces? How do we �greenproof� our landscapes in this way? This year�s ICF Study Tour � which carries 14 hours CPD - will address these issues in various locations using The National Forest as a backdrop. In a short introductory session on the first evening Sophie Churchill, Chief Executive of The National Forest Company, will describe how her team tackles these issues and Mark Johnston MICFor, co-author of the Trees in Towns II report, will highlight the state of our urban trees. Over the next two days we will look at the creation of two very different new landscapes and the difficulties of managing a very ancient one. Included in the visits will be one to Calke Abbey where Ray Hawes MICFor, Head of Forestry for The National Trust, will give an insight into managing our heritage. With the focus on Calke�s magnificent ancient trees, Ray will be joined by Ancient Tree Forum Chair Neville Fay, to discuss securing the future of ancient trees, and Jonathan Terry MICFor, Director of Sylvan Resources, to talk about ancient trees and public liability. Tel: 0131 240 1425 email icf@charteredforesters.org Flyer pdf (230KB) Itinerary pdf (57KB)


23 October 2008	CAVAT in Practice Tim Moya Associates Aboricultural and Landscape Consulta ts A day's Training Seminar with the Author Greenway Business Centre Harlow Business Park Harlow Essex CM19 5Q	CAVAT has been on the news as the most exciting new development in Tree Value for several decades. It is featured in Trees in Towns 2, in the case study no. 9, Establishing and Justifying the Tree Budget, and it is now included in the Joint Mitigation Protocol for London Boroughs as the approved method of setting the evidence levels for trees involved in subsidence cases. This day will be a practical introduction to CAVAT by its author Chris Neilan, for practitioners needing to apply it, either as a tree management tool, or to provide reliable values for individual trees. TOPICS COVERED ● Introduction to concepts of value ● Alternative tree value methods ● Background to CAVAT ● Applications of CAVAT ● The Quick method and the Full method ● The Full method in detail: theory ● The Full method in detail: in practice ● Trial and review ● Roundup Lunch and refreshments will be served. Cost per person: �150+VAT (places are limited so please don�t delay) Booking and further information contact:- Tim Moya Associates Telehone: 0845 094 3268 Fax: 0845 094 3269 or email: alice.moya@tma-consultants.co.uk

18 October 2008	ATF Field Event Windsor Great Park Berkshire	*The ATF is 10 years old* Join the all-day, into evening, party to celebrate 10 very active years of the Ancient Tree Forum and see some of the most magnificent trees in the Universe in the Great Park � home to oaks with ages from acorns to over 1000 years old. Guided walks, short talks and evening party. Want to tell people an ancient tree story? � we welcome 10-15min talks about ancient trees anywhere in the world. A chance to meet like-minds under fat, old trees. Join us at any time at the York Club or at 10 for 10.30 for the guided walk. Refreshments such as coffee and tea will be provided but please bring your own picnics. Please book on line filling in the General booking form so that we may plan for the day.e may plan for the day.

15/17 October 2008	'Greenproofing Landscapes People, Trees and Places' Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) Study Tour 2008 The Royal Hotel Ashby de la Zouch	How do we as land managers ensure that the trees we plant are fit for purpose, provide value and are here to stay? How do we make certain that changes in climate, public attitudes, housing and food demands are taken into account when we create new green spaces? How do we �greenproof� our landscapes in this way? This year�s ICF Study Tour � which carries 14 hours CPD - will address these issues in various locations using The National Forest as a backdrop. In a short introductory session on the first evening Sophie Churchill, Chief Executive of The National Forest Company, will describe how her team tackles these issues and Mark Johnston MICFor, co-author of the Trees in Towns II report, will highlight the state of our urban trees. Over the next two days we will look at the creation of two very different new landscapes and the difficulties of managing a very ancient one. Included in the visits will be one to Calke Abbey where Ray Hawes MICFor, Head of Forestry for The National Trust, will give an insight into managing our heritage. With the focus on Calke�s magnificent ancient trees, Ray will be joined by Ancient Tree Forum Chair Neville Fay, to discuss securing the future of ancient trees, and Jonathan Terry MICFor, Director of Sylvan Resources, to talk about ancient trees and public liability. Tel: 0131 240 1425 email icf@charteredforesters.org Flyer pdf (230KB) Itinerary pdf (57KB)

14 October 2008	The Special Trees and Woods of the Chilterns 'Managing Special Trees' Near Princes Risborough Bucks	Many ancient woodlands have strong cultural links which only make their management even harder! Join the National Trust and the Special Trees and Woods Project for a workshop discussing the history and management of Low Scrubs (picture by John Morris j.peg 33KB) a rare relic of beech coppice. This ancient area of working trees was worked for firewood by local commoners until the Second World War. The long term vision for Low Scrubs is to maintain and perpetuate the individual character of this area of ancient beech and oak, loved by many people for its special atmosphere. Participants of this free workshop will be introduced to the site, the management restraints and plans on how to reintroduce management to these ancient working trees. We will visit the wood and see the work being carried out which will include the first lot of retrenchment on some individual trees and on an ancient hornbeam hedge. Contract management, site safety and pubic access will also be discussed. Early booking is essential for this FREE event For more details contact Liz Manley on 01844 355 525 or lmanley@chilternsaonb.org alternatively fill in the booking form pdf (141KB)

10 October 2008	Flora locale Training Good practice in managing ancient trees The Ancient Tree Forum Dr David Lonsdale, City of London Burnham Beeches Slough	Ancient trees are irreplaceable parts of our living heritage and it is important that we care for existing trees and manage them to ensure that they live as long as possible. This day is aimed at owners and site managers and tree workers who may be called in to advise on tree management. Burnham Beeches is at the forefront of ancient tree management and staff have an excellent track record of managing especially ancient oak and perhaps the most sensitive of ancient trees, beech. Participants will be introduced to the relationship between tree development, aging and decay and will be shown how to relate this to practical tree management. There will be plenty of opportunity to see work especially retrenchment pruning that has already been successfully carried out on existing trees. Friday 10 October 2008 9.45am for 10.00am start and finish approximately 4.00pm. please bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated and wear appropriate footwear and outdoor clothing. Details of cost and booking form pdf (22KB) website www.floralocale.org

09 October 2008	ATF Visit to Burnham Beeches Farnham Common Bucks	The Restoration cutting of lapsed pollards: Find out more about the work of the City of London at Burnham Beeches as they strive to stop the catastrophic collapse of ancient lapsed beech pollards at this internationally important site. Members of the Ancient Tree Forum will be exploring the reasons behind what they do and looking at successful cutting of one of the most difficult species � beech. There will be a short indoor start to the day with an introduction to what has been happening in the Beeches over recent years followed by an opportunity to look at good practice in front of the trees themselves. Meet at the visitor centre see www.cityoflondon.gov.uk for map. Park in East Burnham Common car park and walk over to information centre and caf� 10 for 10.30. Bring a packed lunch for a picnic out under the trees if the weather is fine. Please book on line filling in the General booking form so that we may plan for the day.

25 September 2008	CAVAT in Practice Tim Moya Associates Aboricultural and Landscape Consulta ts A day's Training Seminar with the Author Greenway Business Centre Harlow Business Park Harlow Essex CM19 5QE	CAVAT has been on the news as the most exciting new development in Tree Value for several decades. It is featured in Trees in Towns 2, in the case study no. 9, Establishing and Justifying the Tree Budget, and it is now included in the Joint Mitigation Protocol for London Boroughs as the approved method of setting the evidence levels for trees involved in subsidence cases. This day will be a practical introduction to CAVAT by its author Chris Neilan, for practitioners needing to apply it, either as a tree management tool, or to provide reliable values for individual trees. TOPICS COVERED ● Introduction to concepts of value ● Alternative tree value methods ● Background to CAVAT ● Applications of CAVAT ● The Quick method and the Full method ● The Full method in detail: theory ● The Full method in detail: in practice ● Trial and review ● Roundup Lunch and refreshments will be served. Cost per person: �150+VAT (places are limited so please don�t delay) Booking and further information contact:- Tim Moya Associates Telehone: 0845 094 3268 Fax: 0845 094 3269 or email: alice.moya@tma-consultants.co.uk This event is also being held on 23rd October 2008

8/10 September 2008	Orchards and Groves: Their History, Ecology, Culture and Archaeology Sheffield Hallam University	The conference spread over 3 days will be a major national and international event on the theme of 'Orchards and Groves: Their History, Ecology, Culture and Archaeology'. This is a relatively poorly-documented area and we will address topics fundamental to the conservation of these wonderful and iconic landscape features. We will cover the lessons of history and landscape change, of cultural change and abandonment. The conference will be international in flavour and cover issues from archaeology to modern-day emergence of organic products, of added value, and of the tourism plate. Keynote speakers include Sue Clifford (Common Ground), Dr Keith Alexander and Professor Mauro Agnoletti (University of Florence). There will be contributions from Natural England, the National Trust, English Heritage and the Forestry Commission. Other confirmed speakers and displays include Ian D. Rotherham ( ), Peter Glaves (Orchards in Kent), Crispin Hayes (Ancient Orchards by the River Tay), Hereford and Worcester Orchards Project, Northern Pomona and the Bulmer Foundation. There will be an evening product tasting session. This will be a significant event and we will pre-publish the proceedings to be available at the conference. This will have a truly international flavour and there will be a lot of media interest too. The event is organised by the Tourism and Environmental Change Research Unit at SHU, in partnership with the Biodiversity and Landscape History Research Institute. Offers of sponsorship, displays and posters are still welcome. All enquiries to: Conference Team Hallam Environmental Consultants Ltd Venture House 105 Arundel Street Sheffield, S1 2NT Tel: 0114 272 4227 email: info@hallamec.plus.com Details of speakers, costs, booking form and itinerary pdf (145KB)

April toJuly 2008	ATH Verifier Training Sessions	The Ancient Tree Hunt are organising training sessions for their volunteer verifiers. We are interested in hearing from any ATF member who, being an expert Arborist, would like to join us and share your knowledge when we are in your region: Scotland - 12th April Yorkshire- 26th April Midlands- 10th may South East - 7th June South West - 14th June Wales - 5th July Northern Ireland - 19th July By invitation only - please contact Jill Butler on 01488 686 440

10 July 2008	Treework Environmental Practice and Barrell Tree Consultancy Seminar XI A one-day conference Trees: The Key to Climate Proofing Our Cities (Part 1) The Royal Geographical Society Hyde Park Kensington London	This pioneering conference brings together international speakers to explore practical possibilities to reverse tree loss within the current planning framework. The conference aims to drive an initiative to achieve the required canopy increase. It can be done; our objective is to define how to do it. This is more than a conference, it is a process. It is a hot topic for all those concerned about trees and human well-being. Thursday 10th July 2008 Further information + speakers pdf (3MB) Early bird: �185.00 (+VAT) up to and including 15th March Thereafter: �210.00 (+VAT) Price includes delegates� booklet. Price of delegates� booklet to non-attending members: �85 (+VAT) Bookings are now being taken at www.treeworks.co.uk/seminars Press release pdf (561KB)

25 June 2008	Managing People and Trees: Priorities, Compromises and Differences Seminar Woburn Abbey	The seminar will provide important information to anyone who has responsibility for or has practical involvement in the care and maintenance of trees in: highways, parks, or woodlands with a high degree of public access. When the activities of people come into close contact with trees there is often a perception of negative issues that affect both trees and people. These are rarely balanced with the positive benefits that can be gained. Worries over the damage trees might cause can often be over emphasised and human activities are sometimes given an over inflated priority. This seminar will examine: practical methodologies to avoid damage to trees; methods for assessing and reducing risk from trees and the need for tree work; and balancing risk against heritage and landscape value. Wednesday 25th June - 09.00 - 16.30 Woburn Abbey Price for confirmed bookings made before 10th June March 2008: �150 per person excluding VAT. Price for confirmed bookings made after 10th June 2008: �170 per person excluding VAT Payments must be received before 10th June 2008, to qualify for the discount. Refunds cannot be given after this date, prices include all seminar notes, lunch and refreshments. All payments must be received before 25th June. To confirm your place on this seminar fill out the attached form and send a cheque or purchase order for the correct amount to Trees Project Limited, PO Box 607, Waterbeach, Cambridge CB25 9WN. Cheques made payable to 'Trees Project Limited'. There are limited places available so please book in advance either by email: lisabrent4@yahoo.co.uk or tel: 01223 441062 or 07500 665169 Full details of speakers etc and booking form pdf (50MB)

19 June 2008	�Grazing and Near-Natural Woodlands in the West Weald� Sussex Wildlife Trust Woods Mill Henfield West Sussex BN5 9SD	A joint British Ecological Society and Grazing Animal Project workshop and field meeting, hosted by the Sussex Wildlife Trust at Ebernoe Common and The Mens SAC woodlands, West Sussex. The Sussex Wildlife Trust (SWT) has significant experience of managing multiple objectives in internationally important woodland reserves using naturalistic grazing, as part of a broader landscape ecology initiative across the wider area (www.westweald.org.uk). In 2001 SWT re-instated grazing management of the pasture woodland at Ebernoe Common NNR and acquired adjacent ex-arable land to develop future pasture woodland through an extensive grazing regime. The nearby reserve of The Mens, in contrast, has been subject to a minimum-intervention policy combined with long-term ecological studies of vegetation dynamics. This meeting provides an opportunity to discuss current management approaches, and to visit the woods themselves. The full day programme includes presentations, discussions and field excursions, and a packed lunch will be provided. There is no charge for attendance but numbers are limited. Please register your interest in attending by providing your name, address, contact details (phone and email address) and any special dietary requirements to Filma Dyer at the Sussex Wildlife Trust at filmadyer@sussexwt.org.uk or tel: 01273 497561.

19/20 June 2008	Transect Bat Survey and Sound Analysis Course 2008 Horner Woods Somerset	A specialist and intensive course aimed at professional ecologists. A two day/one night course based in the beautiful Holnicote estate on the North Somerset coast 5 miles west of Minehead. Accommodation and meals will be provided in the Lorna Doone Hotel in Porlock. Indoor sessions will be held a couple of miles away ion the National Trust Field Centre at Piles Mill, Allerford. Field visits will be made into a local woodland edge village, with good diversity of habitat. The course will run from 2pm sharp on the 13th Sept until 14th Sept afternoon and the cost includes delicious meals and comfortable accommodation. The aim will be to introduce the participants to the methodology and types of transect recording, familiarisation with the use of recording equipment and will include sessions on post survey analysis of the recordings, using specialist computer software. It will also incorporate the practical application of the data gathered. Participants will need to be equipped for field visits, one of which will be at night. Spaces limited so for further details or to book a place please contact: Geoff Billington 1 Hindon Farm Cottage, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8SH Phone: 01643 704943 Mobile: 07748 742475 or email geoff@npennines.fsnet.co.uk NB This course can be taken in conjunction with the Bats & Woodlands course above that runs from 16th � 19th June at the same location (�550) a discount of �30 applies for booking both courses. Booking form pdf (43KB) Details of field visits etc.

16/19 June 2008	Bats in Woodlands Course 2008 Horner Woods Somerset	A specialist course aimed at professional ecologists, arboriculture workers and ecological consultants. A three day / three night course based at the beautiful Holnicote Estate on the North Somerset coast 5 miles west of Minehead. Accommodation and meals will be provided in the Lorna Doone Hotel in Porlock. Indoor sessions will be held a couple of miles away in the National Trust Field Study Centre at Piles Mill, Allerford. Field visits will be made into local woods, where to date 14 bat species have been recorded. The course will run from Monday afternoon until Thursday afternoon and the cost includes delicious meals and comfortable accommodation. There will be free time for relaxation and informal discussion during two evenings. The aim will be to demonstrate the range of roosting sites bats use in trees and to show participants how to survey and assess woodlands for bats. We will cover exclusion techniques, mitigation procedures and Natural England license compilation. Sessions on bat ecology and netting will also be offered. Participants will need to be equipped for lengthy field visits, some at night and at times through pathless sections of woodland. Spaces limited so for further details or to book a place please contact: Geoff Billington 1 Hindon Farm Cottage, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8SH Phone: 01643 704943 Mobile: 07748 742475 or email geoff@npennines.fsnet.co.uk NB The woodlands course can be booked in conjunction with the Transect and Sound Analysis course below running on 19th � 20th June. Booking form pdf (43KB) Details of field visits etc. Cost �550

13 June 2008	ATF Visit to Richmond Park Richmond Surrey All Day Event Meet 10 for 10.30	Recce of Richmond Park Get up close and personal with some of the hundreds of ancient oak pollards in Richmond Park. Members of the Ancient Tree Forum will be exploring the wonders of this tree treasure trove and would like you to join them. There will be a short indoor start to the day with an introduction to what has been happening in the Park over recent years followed by an opportunity to look at good practice in action out in the Park. The site management balances an exceptionally high visitor level (amounting to 2 million per annum) with exemplary management of trees for habitat, longevity and public access. Meet at Pembroke Lodge (www.pembroke-lodge.co.uk for location details) at 10 for 10.30. Bring a packed lunch for a picnic out under the trees if the weather is fine. Please book on line filling in the General booking form so that we may plan for the day.

06/08 June 2008	Small Woods Association �What shall we do with our wood?� An introduction to surveying trees and small woods Lineham Farm Swan Lane Eccup Leeds LS16 8AZo	The weekend is aimed at tree wardens, small woodland owners, volunteers and anyone with a general interest in trees and woods. There will be plenty of opportunities for socialising and meeting others in a relaxed, informal setting. Featuring special guest speaker Ted Green MBE internationally renowned champion of veteran trees. Lineham Farm is situated in peaceful countryside and provides comfortable shared accomodation in renovated 17th century buildings with its own woodland, wetland and farmland. 6.00pm Friday 6th to 1.00pm Sunday 8th June 2008 Cost Per person Standard Rate: �60 for 2 nights residential, self-catering or �30 non-residential (children half rate) Places are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis so please use the booking form pdf (57KB) to reserve your place or email justin.williamson@leeds.gov.uk For more information about the venue please visit www.linehamfarm.org.uk

18 May 2008	North Wessex Downs AONB Woodland Archaeology Audit GPS Training Day 'Where in the wood are we?' Hampstead Norreys Village Hall Thatcham Berkshire	This FREE day-school will consider the potentials and pitfalls of using the latest range of low cost hand-held GPS receivers to position and map features in woodland. The day will include: � How GPS works � The range of applications from simple to advanced � Likely limitations and accuracies � Preparing for a GPS survey � Calibrating scanned maps � A woodland walk to gather data � Down-loading data to a computer � Adding map and other data � An introduction to differential GPS A modest familiarity with computers will be an advantage but not a necessity. Priority will be given to delegates who have attended previous NWD woodland survey courses or who are actively engaged in woodland archaeology or other forms of woodland survey. Booking form pdf (11KB) flyer pdf (10KB)

09 - 14 May 2008	International Society of Arboriculture (Australia Chapter) Ltd National Conference and Workshops Brisbane Australia	The Woodland Trust's Jill Butler and Ted Green have been invited to provide two conference presentations and a workshop, the first of which will be a conference presentation to the Urban Forestry and Arboriculture sector and the second will be to the Utility Arborist Sector. The presentations are entitled 'Government Politics and Policy - How to get to the right person and present the right document' and will last approximately 45 minutes each. The annual workshops will be held on Sunday 11th May 2008 and will comprise a 2 hour workshop commencing at 10.00am which will then be repeated at 1.00pm on the same day. The focus of these workshops will be Ancient Trees. Further details will be posted at a later date,

19 April 2008	South East England Regional Bat Conference Pilkington Buildings University of Greenwich Medway Campus Chatham Kent	The aims of the conference are: � To increase the opportunities for coordination of work undertaken by the region's bat groups. � To raise awareness of bats and the problems that they face to a wide audience, including the general public, local authorities, developers and consultants. � To recruit more volunteers to assist with on-the-ground conservation. � To draft an Action Plan for the Serotine Bat in the South-East of England that will help drive future management actions for the species. Saturday 19th April 2008 09.30 - 17.00 the expected cost to be �25.00 (Buffet Lunch) In addition to the workshops, discussions and presentations there will be poster displays and items for sale. Draft programme (23KB) To register interest form (16KB)

19 April 2008	Buckinghamshire Wildlife Recorders' Seminar The Coach House Green Park Aston Clinton Buckinghamshire	You are cordially invited to this year's Recorders' Seminar (PDF 104KB). We are pleased to announce that the day will be chaired by Tessa Taylor - many of you will know Tessa from previous seminars and through her work for BBOWT (Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust). This year's speakers include Dawn Balmer (BTO) on the ongoing national and local bird atlases, Mark Telfer on the amazing discoveries of ancient woodland invertebrates at Langley Park, and Ken Thompson (Sheffield University) on the BUGS project, which has researched the relations between gardens and their wildlife - Ken is author of the popular wildlife gardening guide "No Nettles Required" among many other publications and scientific papers. There will also be presentations, displays and most importantly plenty of refreshment breaks to catch up on news from local recording groups, including the Hazeley Wood project in Milton Keynes, the Rare Plants Recording Group and the county moth database. The seminar is free, but PLACES MUST BE BOOKED in advance as follows:- Save the attached form (PDF 59KB) on to your computer, fill in the details required and email it back to MCHARVEY@buckscc.gov.ukor lfennell@buckscc.gov.uk but you may also print the form out and post it to us, or if you have any problems with the form just phone on 01296 696012.

1/3 April 2008	Vine (Values in Nature and the Environment) Present 'Inspirational Nature' Conference Lancaster University Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4YW	VINE is a forum for nature conservation professionals, land managers and all people who love and are inspired by the natural world. Aims of the Conference, to be held in association with FACT (Forum for the Application of Conservation Techniques), Natural England and the Countryside Council for Wales: To bring together nature conservation practitioners, senior executives, managers and volunteers to: � harness our personal inspiration, passion and creativity for the benefit of nature conservation � improve our ability to communicate with others and share our love for nature � explore the management procedures that allow individual inspiration and personal creativity in conservation practice. � to explore ways of promoting this dialogue in the future Conference programme Further details email john@ragdon.plus.com

17 March 2008	'Managing Wildlife in Historic Places' English Heritage Professional Training in the Historic Environment Oxford University Continuing Education Rewley House 1 Wellington Square Oxford OX1 2JA	This course which is held in association with the Archaeology Training Forum will be of particular value to those involved in managing historic places or advising owners of them, from either a wildlife or heritage point of view, and also anyone involved in environmental management in commercial, national agency, local authority, independent and university contexts. Monday 17th March 2008 09.40 am - 5.00 pm This course could count towards the CPD requirement of IFA and IHBC. Cost �125.00 - with lunch Cost �115.00 - without lunch Full itinerary and booking form pdf (286KB)

13 March 2008	ATF Visit to Auckand Park Bisphops Auckland Durham	Visit to Auckland Park, Bishops Auckland, Durham. This is an ancient deer park. Part is a landscaped park and garden but there is also a wonderful wood pasture full of veteran and ancient trees. It will be a good opportunity to find out what has been happening with the Veteran Trees of Durham project. Park in the town. Meet at the entrance to the Castle Park at NZ 213 302 Please book filling in the General booking form

26 February 2008	The East Midlands Biodiversity Forum 1st Annual Conference Trent Bridge Cricket Ground Nottingham Climate Change Adaptation and Biodiversity Conservation A sound investment for the land management, built development and tourism sectors	Putting wildlife back on the map - A biodiversity strategy for the East Midlands Setting the Scene: 1) Climate change: impacts and implications for the natural environment [Hilary Allison, Head of Policy, The Woodland Trust] 2) Climate change: impacts and implications for the economy and well-being [Kevin Baillie, Head of Sustainable Economic Development, East Midlands Development Agency] 3) Strategic adaptation for biodiversity: what, how, how can it help? [John Everitt, Head of Re-Building Biodiversity, The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts] 4) Implications and opportunities for businesses: our experience [Delia Shannon, Community Liaison Advisor, Aggregate Industries UK Ltd] Tuesday 26th February 2008 09.45 am - 3.30 pm The conference is free to attend and places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. There are some spaces available for display material, which can be booked using the same form. Programme pdf (48KB) Booking form pdf (84KB) or email emma.shepherd@naturalengland.org.uk

20 February 2008	'�The Influence of Affluence' Eat a Log (East Anglian Tree and Landscape Officers Group) AGM and Seminar Kersey Mill Conference Centre off A1141 near Hadleigh Suffolk	We will be looking at the pressures which influence our region and the work we do in order to encourage and manage positive change to the landscape and its trees. Speakers include Nick Collinson the Woodland Trust's own Head of Conservation Policy. There will also be a possible additional talk on the future outlook for land use and land values. Wed 20 February 2008 - 9.30am - 4.30pm Booking Form pdf (82KB) or check out website Cost (to include full lunch, refreshments, speakers, networking and discussion: �65 Member (Local Government) �85 Non-member (private sector and others) Booking contact: Alice Martin Tel 01449 724651 or email alice.martin@midsuffolk.gov.uk Other queries contact: Anne Westover 01394 444420 or email anne.westover@suffolkcoastal.gov.uk

07 February 2008	Quantified Tree Risk Assessment Ltd (QTRA) present A series of workshops as detailed	Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) is a probabilistic system of assessing the risk of harm from tree failure and is becoming increasingly accepted as the way forward for tree safety management in the United Kingdom. The system provides a robust method for the assessment of tree safety on all land use types and can result in substantially reduced levels of both tree inspections and the remedial felling and pruning of trees. Workshops as follows:- QTRA Training 12 Mar 2008 QTRA Workshop - Calke Abbey, Ticknall, Derbyshire 09 Apr 2008 QTRA Workshop - Askham Bryan College, Askham Bryan, York 10 Apr 2008 QTRA Workshop - Wolfson Court, Girton College, Cambridge 15 Apr 2008 QTRA Workshop - Cloisters, Chester University, Chester 17 Apr 2008 QTRA Workshop - To be confirmed, Surrey. 06 May 2008 QTRA Workshop - Reed Hall, Exeter University, Exeter Licensed User Update Workshop 07 Feb 2008 Moreton Hall, Moreton Morrell, Warwickshire A Practitioners Guide to visual Tree Assessment 11 Mar 2008 Calke Abbey, Ticknall, Derbyshire For further details or an online booking form visit our website at www.qtra.co.uk

24 November 2007	The Chiltern Woodlands Project brings you 'The Special Trees and Woods Annual Conference' Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College Chalfont St Peter Buckingham	This year the Special Trees Project is delighted to welcome Tony Kirkham, Head of Kew Arboretum, as guest speaker to the Second Annual Conference. Saturday 24th November 2007 - 10.00am to 2.00pm Tony believes that every tree has a story to tell, and will share his favourites with us at Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College at Chalfont St Peter. Tony is best known for his BBC series �The Trees that made Britain�. Free to residents of the Chilterns, the conference will be celebrating the progress made since the start of the project in January 2006. Since then, with the help of a team of volunteers and funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the Special Trees and Woods Project has recorded more than 200 special trees in the Chilterns. Last year the annual conference proved very popular and was fully booked. Make sure you book early to confirm your place by emailing Liz requesting a booking form on lmanley@chilternsaonb.org or telephone 01844 355 525.

24 November 2007	'A walk in the Rusland Beeches' Friends of the Rusland Beeches Ulverston, Cumbria	Friends of the Rusland Beeches have organised a walk to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the campaign to prevent clearfelling of this famous line of trees. The trees were described 10 years ago as non-native and the plan was to replant with small leaved lime. We will also be looking at the work carried out this autumn by the Lake District National Park Authority. Contact: Marianne Bennett Tel: 01539 563 671 email wildart@mariannebirkby.plus.com

15 and 16 November 2007	'Treework Environmental Practice Seminar VIX Integrated European Tree Assessment for Highway & Amenity Tree Inspection A Two-Day Seminar Provisional Venue Coombe Lodge, Blagdon North Somerset BS40 7RG	Individual tree inspections and highway tree surveying decision making can be a complex procedure. This seminar introduces European tree stability assessment methods to improve reliable assessment. Topics covered include: Interpreting decay patterns The steady state balance - wood growth & fungal decomposition New developments in cable bracing methodology Innovations in tree statics for UK risk decision making Thursday 15th November 2007 and Friday 16th November 2007 Speakers: Erk Brudi, Michael Schlag and Paul Muir Standard Price - �325 (plus VAT) To book online

12, 19 & 26 October 2007 2, 9 & 16 November 2007	�British Wildlife and Climate Change� What is happening? Can we do anything? Free Public Lecture Series, Autumn 2007 to be held at Birkbeck, University of London Malet Street, Bloomsbury London WC1E 7HX in conjunction with the Ecology and Conservation Studies Society	Climate change is causing a significant and increasing impact on UK wildlife. Some species are under stress, while others are expanding their range. What new species will arrive in Britain? This must have profound consequences for conservation and management. Appropriate actions need to be discussed and developed now. This lecture series will inform this debate. National experts will discuss topics such as phenology � the timing of natural events, and will examine the way that climate change is currently impacting on British plants and animals, and on terrestrial and aquatic habitats. Adaptation and mitigation actions to maintain maximum biodiversity in open spaces and the environment will be debated. Join the debate. All welcome. Free ticket admission. The lectures will be held in Birkbeck, University of London For free tickets and venue details, contact tel: 020 7679 1069 or e-mail: environment@fce.bbk.ac.uk For queries on lecture content, contact tel: 020 7485 7903 or e-mail: jeremy.wright@walkern.org.uk; All lectures are from 6.30 to 8.30 pm on the following Fridays. Doors open at 6.00pm. Details of Lecture topics and speakers pdf (75KB)

5, 6 and 7 November 2007	ISA Prairie Chapter Conference Coast Plaza Hotel Calgary Alberta	Three Day Conference Hosted by The City of Calgary Parks in partnership with the ISA and the Heritage Tree Foundation - the theme will be "Preserving Our Past and Looking to the Future". The intention is to focus on heritage trees, - what makes a heritage tree, how to protect? Key note speaker Ted Green, Ancient Tree Forum. Registration details coming soon.....pdf (367 KB)

02 November 2007	New-Native Beech Event South Lakeland Friends of the Earth Kendal, Cumbria	Leaf shaped postcards will be decorated and sent to decision makers with the message " help the beech tree adapt to climate change - reclassify as "new-native" in Cumbria and the North". Location: Bird cage at the top of Finkle Street from 10.30 till 3pm

30 October 2007	Sherwood Habitats Forum �Ancient Trees- A Precious Habitat & Historic Resource " Goosedale Conference & Banqueting Centre Goosedale Lane off Moor Road (B683) Papplewick, Notts, NG6 8UJ	Sherwood Habitats Forum are introducing 5 speakers to give a presentation on various subjects to include the practical techniques and methods for creating veteran tree characteristics, and tree management to create future ancient trees, also Bats and trees. There will also be a tour in the afternoon of Bestwood Country Park where there will be contractors demonstrating techniques for veteranisation. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing. Conference commences at 10.00 am Tour commences at 13.45 Full details pdf (24KB) Location and directions pdf (78KB)

24 October - 11 November 2007	'Perspectives' An Exhibition of Art inspired by Special Trees of the Chilterns Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Maidenhead SL6 4PF	You are invited to meet the Artists June Kingsbury and Joan Skelton Smith. Tuesday 25th October 7.30 - 9.00 pm RSVP email lmanley@chilternsaonb.org or tel: 01844 355 525 The Exhibition continues until Sunday 11th November. Flyer (93KB)

21 October 2007	'Apple Day comes of Age' A Celebration by Common Ground at Various Venues to be announced	Common Ground is a national charity recognised for linking nature and culture, working to inspire, inform and involve people in learning about, enjoying and taking more responsibility for their own locality. We encourage celebration as one starting point for local action to improve the quality of ordinary places and everyday lives, championing local distinctiveness. On Friday 21st October 2007 it will be 18years since Common Ground held the first apple Day in London's Covent Garden, to draw attention to the plight of our orchards and to the versatility of our favourite home-grown fruit. For further information download pdf (455KB). The 2007 Apple Day events website will go online in July, for the early-bird list (photographs available) contact:Common Ground director Sue Clifford:- Tel: 01747 850820 or email sue.clifford@commonground.org.uk

14 October 2007	The National Trust 'Fun with Fungi' Barrington nr Ilminster Somerset TA19 0NQ	The National Trust at Barrington Court are hosting a 'Fun with Fungi' morning. This is a informative walk and talk around the property with esteemed author Michael Jordan, regarding the various fungi and mushrooms on site. Sunday 14th October 2007 - 10.00am - 12.30am Tickets are priced reasonably at Adults �7 and Children �3.50 Telephone 01460 243121 or email simon.hill@nationaltrust.org.uk

12 October 2007	(Please note change of day to Friday) ATF Field Visit to two contrasting Ancient Tree Sites in Suffolk	Captain�s Wood � Suffolk Wildlife Trust Reserve and Whitehouse Farm, Hasketon near Woodbridge view jpg Friday 12 October 2007 - 10 for 10.30 am. Car parking available but no facilities on site. Meet at at 10 for 10.30 at Suffolk Wildlife Trust Reserve Car Park. Turn down School Road off the Orford to Snape road in Sudbourne village. Approximately 200m beyond the last house there is a car parking area on the right. GR TM 418 532 Don�t forget your packed lunch. Please book so we can judge how many people are coming. Itinerary (pdf (31KB) for the day or book filling in the General Booking Form

11 October 2007	ATF Cornwall Field Meeting and AGM Godolphin House Godolphin Cross Helston TR13 9RE Cornwall (By kind permission of Mr John Schofield and The National Trust)	A great opportunity to see one of Britain�s oldest gardens and the National Trust�s latest acquisition. In the morning we will be led around the grounds by Mr John Schofield and Alistair Cameron followed by an AGM after lunch. At the AGM we will discuss, and hopefully adopt our constitution and discuss our proposed Heritage Lottery Fund bid for a 3 year project to map, promote and celebrate Ancient Trees in Cornwall Meet at 11.00 at the Car Park. Follow the NT signs from the B3280 & B3302) Bring wet weather gear, boots, and packed lunch. Please book by 1st October by email pweeks@cornwall.gov.uk Telephone: 01872 322642 or via the attached form.

020 June 2007 13, 25 and 27 Sept 2007 2 and 11 Oct 2007	Quantified Tree Risk Assessment Ltd (QTRA) present A series of workshops as detailed	Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) is a probabilistic system of assessing the risk of harm from tree failure and is becoming increasingly accepted as the way forward for tree safety management in the United Kingdom. The system provides a robust method for the assessment of tree safety on all land use types and can result in substantially reduced levels of both tree inspections and the remedial felling and pruning of trees. Workshops as follows:- QTRA Training 13 Sept 2007 QTRA Workshop - Edinburgh Conference Centre, Edinburgh. 25 Sept 2007 QTRA Workshop - Beechenhurst Lodge,Forest of Dean, Gloucs 27 Sept 2007 QTRA Workshop - Merrist Wood College, Worplesdon, Surrey. 02 Oct 2007 QTRA Workshop - Calke Abbey, Derbyshire. 11 Oct 2007 QTRA Workshop - Reaseheath College, Nantwich, Cheshire. A Practitioners Guide to visual Tree Assessment 20 June 2007 Calke Abbey, Derbyshire. For further details or an online booking form visit our website at www.qtra.co.uk

01 October 2007	'Veteran Trees of Shotover Hill' Presented by The Oxford Urban Wildlife Group, Shotover Wildlife and Science Oxford 1-5 London Place St Clements , Oxford, OX4 1BD	We can all recognise a very old tree but what about the rest? It is only when you start measuring and comparing that the real value of our local trees emerges. With this illustrated talk, Ivan Wright and Andrew Heaver from Shotover Wildlife and explore the role and significance of veteran trees and the work of the Shotover Ancient Trees Project Monday 1 October 2007 - 7.30pm Price �3 (OUWG and SO Friends free) To book: contact 01865 7289 53 or email events@oxtrust.org.uk Download Poster (238KB)

25 & 26 September 2007	'Biodiversity in the New Forest' Conference at Balmer Lawn Hotel Brockenhurst Hampshire SO42 7ZB	The meeting is being organised by Bournemouth University in association with the British Ecological Society, The Forestry Commission and the National Park Authority. Specialists on different groups of organisms will present an account of current information regarding the status and distribution of species occurring within the New Forest, focusing on those of particular conservation interest or concern, and with the aim of identifying current trends in abundance. Information on the status and trends in the condition of different habitats will also be presented. Tue 25th Sept 08.30am - 17.45pm - Wed 26th Sept 09.30 - 17.00 Full itinerary and registration details pdf (914KB) The booking fee for the meeting is �55, which includes cost of refreshments. Lunch will also be available, but at an additional cost. Delegates are required to make their own accommodation arrangements, but a link to local accommodation can be found within the booking form page.

17/19 September 2007	'The History, Ecology and Archaeology of Medieval Parks and Parklands' Sheffield Hallam University City Campus Howard Street Sheffield S1 1WB	The Biodiversity and Landscape History Research Group, IUFRO and Sheffield Hallam University present this national event featuring key speakers from across Britain, on themes from parkland history to veteran trees and their ecology and management, to the uses and economics of medieval parks, and the conservation of parks today. This will be a cross-disciplinary meeting that will appeal to historians, archaeologists, ecologists and conservationists. Furthermore, it will be of great interest to anyone fascinated by ancient wooded landscapes and by veteran trees. The conference will be a series of plenary lectures, with opportunities for poster papers, displays and a themed book fair. The excursion will be to the famous park landscape at Chatsworth, Derbyshire and links to the Conference Dinner. This promises to be a hugely informative and entertaining three days. Pre-Booking essential! Details of costs, discounts and booking form pdf (144KB)

13/14 September 2007	Transect Walk Bat Survey and Sound Analysis Course Horner Woods Somerset	A specialist and intensive course aimed at professional ecologists. A two day/one night course based in the beautiful Holnicote estate on the North Somerset coast 10 miles west of Minehead. Accommodation and meals will be provided in the Lorna done Hotel in Porlock. Indoor sessions will be held a couple of miles away ion the National Trust Field Centre at Piles Mill, Allerford. Field visits will be made into a local woodland edge village, with good diversity of habitat. The course will run from 2pm sharp on the 13th Sept until 14th Sept afternoon and the cost includes delicious meals and comfortable accommodation. The aim will be to introduce the participants to the methodology and types of transect recording, familiarisation with the use of recording equipment and will include sessions on post survey analysis of the recordings, using specialist computer software. It will also incorporate the practical application of the data gathered. Participants will need to be equipped for field visits, one of which will be at night. Thur 13 Sept 14.00 (sharp) - 16.00 Fri 14th Sept 2007 Cost �250 - Itinerary pdf (34KB) Booking form pdf (41KB) Spaces limited - for further details/booking please contact: Geoff Billington Tel: 01643 704943/07748 742475 email geoff@npennines.fsnet.co.uk NB This course can be taken in conjunction with the Woodlands Course which runs from 10th � 13th Sept at the Horner woods on the Holnicote Estate.

11 September 2007	Surrey Biodiversity Partnership Wood pasture and parkland meeting Windsor Great Park Cranbourne	The next WP&P meeting will be at Windsor Great Park on Tuesday 11 September 2007 10am meet in the York Club in the Village for a 10.15am start. (limited space) Lunch 12.30 - 1pm. Bring packed lunch. 1pm. Afternoon visit to Cranbourne to see the ongoing management of wood pasture, very ancient trees, halo and glade work and the grazing long horn cattle. Please send: 1) Items for the agenda 2) Hot (or cool) discussion topics for the site visit 3) Your attendance confirmation stating am, pm or whole day. Contact: Sue Webber Surrey Biodiversity Coordinator Surrey Biodiversity Partnership Tel: 07967 575 258 or email Sue.Webber@surreywt.org.uk

10/13 September 2007	Bats in Woodlands Course 2007 Horner Woods Somerset	A specialist course aimed at professional ecologists, arboriculture workers and ecological consultants. A three day/three night course based at the beautiful Holnicote Estate on the North Somerset coast 10 miles west of Minehead. Accommodation and meals will be provided in the Lorna Doone Hotel in Porlock. Indoor sessions will be held a couple of miles away in the National Trust Field Study Centre at Piles Mill, Allerford. Field visits will be made into local woods, where to date 14 bat species have been recorded. The course will run from Tuesday afternoon until Friday afternoon and will include delicious meals and comfortable accommodation. There will be free time for relaxation and informal discussion during two evenings. Participants will need to be equipped for lengthy field visits, some at night and at times through pathless sections of woodland. Mon 10 Sept 15.45 (registration) for 16.00 - 12.00 noon Thur 13th Sept 2007 Cost �525 - Full itinerary pdf (33KB) The aim will be to demonstrate the range of roosting sites bats use in trees and to show participants how to survey and assess woodlands for bats. Booking form

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