13 February
Winter Tree ID
Discover the secrets of winter trees and learn to identify native species using buds, bark, twigs and their distinctive shapes.
Even in winter, trees are a striking feature of the landscape. With their leaves, flowers and fruits gone, identifying different species can seem challenging, but there are still plenty of clues if you know where to look.
Join garden designer and educator Guy Petheram for a practical workshop exploring the fascinating details that distinguish our native trees in winter. Combining indoor learning with a guided walk through Doddington's parkland and woodland, you'll learn how to recognise different species while discovering more about their ecology and cultural history.
From the intricate shapes of buds to the textures of bark and the silhouettes of bare branches, you'll develop new skills and a deeper appreciation of the trees around us.
No previous knowledge is needed, just curiosity and an enthusiasm for the natural world.
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Booking & attendance
The meeting point is the Wild House. Free parking is available. Please see map.
The workshop includes approximately 1–1½ hours of indoor learning and 1½–2 hours outdoors, exploring Doddington's parkland and woodland.
The outdoor session will involve walking over uneven and potentially muddy ground. We regret that, due to the nature of the terrain, this event is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Please wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for the weather, with warm layers and waterproofs if needed.
Tea and coffee will be provided.
No previous knowledge or experience is required.
This event is suitable for ages 16+. Guests aged 16–18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
No dogs permitted.
Please note that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the event is cancelled.
About Wilder Doddington
Spanning 770 hectares (1,900 acres) of Lincolnshire countryside, Wilder Doddington is the largest rewilding site in the East Midlands. Part of the historic Doddington Estate, our ambitious 400-year vision for nature recovery is helping to restore a rich mosaic of habitats, creating space for wildlife to thrive and shaping a wilder future for the landscape.
About your guide
Guy Petheram is a Lincolnshire-based garden designer and educator with more than 15 years of experience designing gardens and advising clients across the East Midlands and beyond.
With a passion for trees, wild plants and the natural world, Guy leads workshops and guided plant walks, sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for the relationship between plants, wildlife and the wider landscape.
His career has included teaching garden design at Nottingham Trent University, working on the BBC's Garden Rescue and creating award-winning gardens at RHS Flower Shows. Sustainability and biodiversity have long been central to his approach.
