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Tree Tour of Writtle College

Author:  Arboricultural Association
  02/06/2026
Last Updated:  02/06/2026

Arboricultural Association
East Anglia Branch Presents

Tree Tour of Writtle College

Lordship Road, Writtle, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3RR

Ground of Writtle College

Saturday 27th June 2026
10:00am until 1:00pm

Join us for this free event hosted thanks to Writtle College. The campus features a historic, 15-hectare campus renowned for its mature tree collections, including notable Giant Redwoods. It serves as an active hub for arboriculture and horticulture, hosting extensive tree planting initiatives and offering specialized courses in tree care, surveying, and management.

Our tour of the grounds of Writtle College will be guided by Charlotte Powers, Senior lecturer and Michael Downs.

Agenda:

10.00am Arrival
11.00am Tour Starts with Charlotte Powers, Senior lecturer and Michael Downs
12.30/1.00pm Tour Finishes
30 Minutes Q&A

Refreshments:

Please note refreshments are not included.

Booking:

All members and non-members are welcome to attend.

Cost:

Members and non-members:
Free-of-charge

Venue:

Lordship Road, Writtle, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3RR

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Parking:

For parking see map here.

Book your place now online:
www.trees.org.uk/Training
or email Trees3889@uwclub.net to register your interest

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