Wood in the Cathedral

The After-life of Trees: Remarkable Wood in the Cathedral. Join Anthony Oliver on a guided walk to discover more about the wood used in our beautiful Abbey.

Slow Gardening

Octogon Room, St Peter's Church St Peters Street, St Albans

Suggestions for uncomplicated ways of planting and managing a hedge or line of shrubs, and generally working less effortfully, with nature rather than against it. Refreshments available, either a 'glass & breadstick' or 'cuppa & biscuit'   There is no charge for this event. To reserve a place please email bookings@worldoftrees.org.uk by 3rd November 2021, …

The Leaves of the Trees – Launch day

St Albans Cathedral St Albans

    ‘The Leaves of the Trees’ installation is made up of 5,000 steel leaves creating the impression of autumn leaves fallen from the trees, symbolising the past but also the hope for the future. The steel leaves, just as in nature, have aged, rusted, and changed colours as part of the cycle of life …

Wood in the Cathedral

The After-life of Trees: Remarkable Wood in the Cathedral. Join a Cathedral guide on a guided walk to discover more about the wood used in our beautiful Abbey. For more information please see https://www.stalbanscathedral.org/Event/afterlife-of-trees-tour

Trains and Boats and Planes – and Trees

Octogon Room, St Peter's Church St Peters Street, St Albans

Trains & Boats & Planes - and Trees: woodland and the transport infrastructure we need can coexist and thrive. Our trees, woodlands and forests are never static; they grow, die and regenerate. Trees, woodland and timber are increasingly integral to the way we live, work and play – and that includes travelling. But they can …

Museum Minis

St Albans Museums & Gallery

Looking for a way to keep little ones occupied? Join us at St Albans Museum + Gallery for a story, craft activity and a museum hunt. Suitable for children aged 2 - 4 years, accompanied by an adult. Book ahead online or pay in person at the museum. 15th November: 'Through rain and shine, wind and …

What have Hedge Funds ever done for hedges?

St Albans Museums & Gallery

To build a sustainable future we need to ensure that our money is being invested in the right places. This talk comes just after the discussions and commitments of COP26 and will look at how investors driving the transition to a low-carbon economy. If you have any investments, including a pension, this is your chance to …

Wreathing Willows

Verulamium Museum St Michael's Street, St Albans

Join Kate Bretherton, creator of The Remarkable World of Trees exhibition, and Susan James Dean Artist in Residence at St Columba's College for a hands on workshop to create a winter wreath from willow branches and other natural materials. Bring along collections of leaves and twigs from the park and be inspired by the Roman …

£5

How modern farming and trees have a place on a Hertfordshire farm

Octogon Room, St Peter's Church St Peters Street, St Albans

The usefulness of trees and hedges to farmers has meant that trees have survived and thrived in Hertfordshire. We hear from a local farmer in just what ways trees contribute to farming practice here and now.   Hear from Bill Barr from Barr Farms for this in-person talk.   There is no charge for this …

Wood & Water: improving chalk stream habitat with trees

 ‘Wood & Water: improving chalk stream habitat with trees’? Mike Blackmore, Wessex Rivers Trust will explain why trees are one of the best natural materials available and describe some of the techniques for using them to improve habitat on our chalk streams.    Mike has over 10 years’ full-time experience in river restoration design and …

Vintry Garden Tree Stories: a walking tour

St Albans Museums & Gallery

Join Kate Bretherton, creator of The Remarkable World of Trees exhibition, for a winter walk through the Vintry Gardens, starting at St Albans Museum + Gallery. Kate will share the fascinating stories of the trees of the gardens, with opportunities for reflection about their shapes, types and meaning. The walk will go ahead whatever the …

£5

Trees in Winter Discovery Trail for Families

Jersey Farm Woodland Park

A winter walk aimed at youngsters and their adult companions, explaining how trees deal with cold weather, investigating the structure of the wood, and pointing out things of interest in the trees! Distance determined  by what suits people on the day but back to the start within the hour. Please park safely & considerately in …