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Tree Planting Glas-na-Bradan Wood

Woodland Trust Northern Ireland

Woodland Trust Northern Ireland

This is a free event
Pick up a spade and plant some trees at Glas-na-Bradan Wood. Glas-na-Bradan Wood is located in the Belfast Hills and is our newest Belfast site! All 150,000 trees will be planted with the local community so we'd love for you to get involved and help make your mark on the Belfast skyline. This event is suitable for all the family and no experience is necessary! All equipment will be provided.

Place: Glas-na-Bradan Wood, Newtownabbey, Antrim, BT36 7AU
Duration: 2-3 hours
Distance: 2km
Price: Free
Booking: Essential
Parking: Available at St Enda’s Primary School however spaces are limited so 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 or wellies are advised as well as 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. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. This event is suitable for families. There are no toilets available.

Sector:
  • Community development
  • Environment and Built Heritage
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Men
  • Older people
  • Sport/recreation
  • Volunteer development
  • Women
  • Young people

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Location

Glas-na-Bradan Wood, Hightown Road,
Ardkeen
Newtownabbey
BT36 7AU
United Kingdom

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Contact Details

Please contact Laura Hopkins for further information, or to make a free booking. Booking is essential. 

LauraHopkins@woodlandtrust.org.uk
07442465503

Tree Planting Glas-na-Bradan Wood

Tree Planting Glas-na-Bradan Wood

Glas-na-Bradan Wood, Hightown Road,
Ardkeen
Newtownabbey
BT36 7AU
United Kingdom

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