Join us for a workshop to collect tree seeds from the wild. Enjoy a short autumn stroll and explore this wildlife haven on your doorstep. Discover the trees that are producing seeds, gather some, and learn how to prepare them and to grow them into wonderful trees.
We will meet at 9:30am at Thacka Beck by the signboard by the triangle / SW corner of the pond in the middle of Thacka Beck Nature Reserve NY 50694 30654 / What3words -takes.instincts.generally /CA11 9BQ to learn about trees and to collect tree seeds.
We will then move to Eden Rivers Trust Tree Nursery at Plot 99 Brackenber Allotments, Gilwilly Industrial Estate, CA10 9FF, What3words///stunning.unhelpful.awestruck, for hands-on preparation of the seeds and guidance on how to grow them successfully. If the weather is bad seed preparation will take place at Eden Rivers Trust offices. You can take seeds home together with an Eden Rivers Trust sowing and growing kit if you prefer.
Everybody welcome! No experience or equipment needed but come dressed for the weather and muddy ground. If you have any accessibility requirements or questions please contact info@penrithact.org.uk
Thacka Beck and Brackenber Allotments are 20 minutes walk from Penrith Town Centre.
The 104 bus stops at the Esso petrol station on Scotland Road, then walk along Lark Lane, along the footpath and under the railway line.
Parking is available at Eden Rivers Trust offices CA11 9BN, then come into Thacka Beck via the footpath from Bowerbank Way.
This event is brought to you by Eden Rivers Trust and PACT.
Please book a place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trees-from-seeds-tickets-1056453313299
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