Boundary Brook has a surprising number of veteran trees. Some date back to the days of Edwardian allot ments, long before dwarfing stocks became mandatory; now they play the role of elder statesman in much younger woodland. A handful of ancient pollards reach back still further, to the time when our site was Lammas meadow,…

Come and build protection for our coppiced hazel stools in the hazel coppices to ensure the regrowth is protected from the browsing of deer on site.  Building teepees with brash and moving wire guards to protect the coppiced trees in the new wildlife safe haven. A great chance to come and enjoy helping out for…

A great chance to come and enjoy helping out for the benefit of nature at Boundary Brook, learn about ecology and enjoy being physically outside in a peaceful inspiring wild place. We have a whole range of conservation tasks to do including weaving dead hedges, protecting coppice stools, removing invasive perennials from the grassland and…

A great chance to come and enjoy helping out for the benefit of nature at Boundary Brook, learn about ecology and enjoy being physically outside in a peaceful inspiring wild place. There are other conservation tasks also available if you prefer – to weave dead hedges, protect coppice stools. As ever, guidance and training are…

An exciting opportunity to come and make your own bird box in time for bird nesting season. Design your own or use the template provided. Learn new woodwork skills, enjoy making with others outdoors. Materials and instruction provided. Also welcome to bring your own materials if you have them. Please let us know asap if you…

Come and help us with these vital spring tasks at Boundary Brook. As always, guidance will be given for these tasks, come for as long or as short as you like. We are starting our bird hide build, a great opportunity to learn about building with Ash poles. We need people to help work as…