Sherrardspark Wood Wardens

Guided walks in 2019

Walks start from the Pentley Park entrance, AL8 7SF, near Templewood School unless advised otherwise.

Walks last around 2 hours. We ask for a donation of £3.00 per adult (under 15s free).

Paths in the woods are undulating and can be muddy - remember to wear suitable footwear.

Dogs are welcome, please keep them on the lead at all times.

For enquiries and pre-booking contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Please watch out for extra walks that may be added to this program during the year

The rocks beneath the trees

SUNDAY, 24th March at 2.00 pm
An introduction to the Geology of Sherrardspark Wood. With Nikki Edwards, Wood Warden.

Cowslips and Bluebells

SATURDAY, 4th May at 2.00 pm
With Neale Holmes-Smith, Environmentalist and Wood Warden.

Spring Bird Walk

SUNDAY, 12th May at 9.00 am
With Murray Brown, Wood Warden. Bring binoculars.

Foraging in the Wood for Food and Medicine

SUNDAY, 9th June at 11.00 am
With Mary Barton, Medical Herbalist and Health Coach.

Summer Bug Walk

SUNDAY, 23rd June at 2.00 pm
With Dan Asaw. Bring a hand lens and clear plastic pot if possible.

Flowers and Butterflies of the Meadow

SATURDAY, 6th July
Bring a picnic and learn to recognise some common meadow flowers and butterflies.
With Neale Holmes-Smith, Environmentalist and Wood Warden.
Limited numbers. Please pre-book for start details.

Do You Know Your Woodland Trees?

SATURDAY, 10th August at 2.00 pm
With Neale Holmes-Smith, Environmentalist and Wood Warden.

Fungal Foray

SUNDAY, 13th October
With Chris James, Landscape and Ecology Officer, Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council.
Limited numbers. Please pre-book for start details.

Guided walk