Guided ‘Speech House Oaks Walk’, Forest of Dean

Sunday 18th July, 2021
14:00-15:30

This 1.5km guided walk explores some of the ancient and notable trees found in the Forest of Dean, led by Paul Rutter of Plantlife.
The route explores a path with mostly gentle sloping ground from Spruce Ride car park (just down from The Speech House Hotel) following a circular route through Speech House woodlands, including the Cyril Hart Arboretum. Starting and finishing at the same point.

A reasonable level of fitness will be needed to complete this approximately 2 hours  walk, along with sturdy and appropriate footwear. Please bring your own refreshments.

Highlights:  We shall be looking at the ancient and notable trees  in this part of the forest and observing any wildlife that is found amongst the trees.

Parking:  is in Forestry England’s Spruce Ride car park, just down from The Speech House Hotel on the road linking Speech House Road to Fancy Road, grid ref SO621118.  

Please note: Places are limited to a maximum number of 20 people on this walk.

To book your place (no charge) please go to our booking page