Get ready to explore the secrets of Fairthorne Manor's trees like never before!
Description
Join us on a captivating tour led by expert guide, Marco Bartolini, and discover the fascinating stories behind the trees at Fairthorne.
Gain a deeper appreciation for these majestic organisms as you learn about their vital functions in the garden and wider landscape. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to unlock the true beauty and importance of trees.
Sessions available:
Thursday 6th June 2024 1830-2000
Thursday 18th July 2024 1830-2000
Thursday 8th August 2024 1830-2000
£5 per adult, Under 16's free
Meet at Family Park reception building
Dogs welcome on a lead
Following a successful military career spanning 31 years and culminating with an award at the Queen's Birthday Honours, Marco Bartolini studied at Sparsholt College and achieved a degree in Wildlife and Countryside Management with Portsmouth University. Marco continued studying arboriculture at Westonbirt Arboretum finally becoming an Arboricultural Consultant in 2011.
Marco has worked with Oxford University, supports Forest Research projects and manages trees for national gardens such as Exbury Gardens, Hillier Gardens and the National Memorial Arboretum. He is also the guide and arboriculturalist for the Italian Garden in Ambrook, Devon.
Tree Talk at YMCA Fairthorne Manor
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- 1 hr 30 mins
- Max 20 people
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(4.5)
264 reviews
Curdridge, GB
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(4.5)
a month ago
We did the Family Fun Day and it was really good, the kids loved the Kayaking and Paddle Boarding as well as the rock climbing!!
Jose Nobrega
a month ago
Disappointed with the food during the activity day. I paid £28 for 5 cheeseburgers and a hotdog and then told they had no tomato sauce. I wouldn’t have bothered if I’d known that. Thought the food would be more ...
Laura Bishop
a month ago
I attended the Bank Holiday event on 26 May 2025 as a grandparent. The children aged 17 - 12 enjoyed the activities and I congratulate the organisers of the event. Many of the questions here aren't relevant to a day ...
Rosemary Nicholls
2 months ago
So fun recemmend face your fears good for school trip good. no matter who you are going with always fun. fun actives I was jumping in joy kind staff brought up memories. Screw all people who gave 2+1 stars!
Damian Sol
6 months ago
Brunch with The Grinch was brilliant my granddaughter loved it. The staff were excellent making the whole experience very enjoyable. The food was amazing and so was the gift. Overall great value for money! Big thank ...
Wendy Harper
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