Tree Talk at YMCA Fairthorne Manor
- other
- 1 hr 30 mins
- Max 20 people
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.
Curdridge, GB
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We are using the infant day camp at YMCA during the summer holiday. The staff are always welcoming and friendly. Our children come home full of smiles telling me what adventures they have been up to today. They do a ...
Suzanne Main
We had the most amazing time camping at Fairthorne manor. The field was lovely and spacious and the shower/utility bloc had everything we needed. The 2-3km circular walk round the site was an amble through nature with ...
Paul Jobling
It’s a great location. We launched our canoe from the site for a day on the river. Was great. Really good facilities. One important concern we did have was the loud music being blasted from the little tuck shop/ice ...
Steven Taylor
My son attended the forest school held once a month he’s 7 he absolutely loved it! And wants to go ago! Fantastic set up, activities and just a beautiful space for outdoor learning
Lucy Ward
Really great self launch point. Very kind staff who lent me a paddle for my board as I forgot to pack one !
Rebecca Arundell
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