Tree Planting Glas-na-Bradan Wood
Woodland Trust Northern Ireland
Pick up a spade and plant some trees at Glas-na-Bradan Wood
Place: Glas-na-Bradan Wood, Newtownabbey, Antrim, BT36 7AU
Date: Saturday 12 November and Thursday 17 November
Time: Variety of time slots between 10am and 3pm
Duration: 2 hours
Distance: 2km
Price: Free
Booking: Essential
Parking: Available at St Enda's GAA Hightown Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 7AU. Parking spaces are limited- please car share if possible.
Dogs: Allowed on a lead
Access: Paths are unsurfaced and can become muddy or slippery during wet weather. Some steep areas. Unsuitable for wheelchairs.
Extra things to know: Please dress appropriately for the weather and activity, as it may be muddy and cold. Walking boots are advised, along with warm layers as the site is very exposed. To reach the planting site please allow 30-40 minutes to walk up the hill which includes some steep sections. Please bring a spade if you have one, as equipment is limited. This event is suitable for families. There are no toilets.
- Children and families
- Environment and Built Heritage
- Health and wellbeing
- Men
- Older people
- Race/ethnicity
- Volunteer development
- Women
- Young people
Date and Time
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Location
Hightown Road
Clandeboye Estate
Newtownabbey
BT36 7AU
United Kingdom
Contact Details
Laura Hopkins- Community Development Officer
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Tree Planting Glas-na-Bradan Wood
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