GFS - The Trees that made Britain by Tony Kirkham
27/02/2013
14:30 - 16:30
Demonstration / Talk / Lecture
General
As the oldest living inhabitants on the planet, trees have played a major part in the way we live today, providing both the daily oxygen we breathe and the foundation of our nation's heritage. Every native tree in Britain tells a different story.
This talk is a fascinating and lavishly illustrated presentation following the BBC series, The Trees That Made Britain. Through detailed portraits of individual tree species - Oak, Yew, Alder, Apple Scots Pine, and Ash - Tony Kirkham of Kew Gardens reveals the trees that influenced the culture, myths and fabric of the nation, packed with surprising facts. Call 0845 030 4063 or email nessgdns@live.ac.uk to book.