Maidenhead & Windsor

Maidenhead Royal Borough tree wardens are hoping to plant some seeds of inspiration when they meet later this month. A fun evening with entertainment, displays and a light-hearted quiz is being laid on for potential new tree wardens to help them find out more about this enjoyable volunteer role.

The event takes place on Monday September 25 at 7.30pm at Braywick Nature Centre, Maidenhead when the AGM will also be held.

The Royal Borough co-ordinates a small group of active tree wardens who are part of the national scheme administered by the Tree Council. Tree wardens are all volunteers who have a keen interest in issues relating to trees.

The local group is keen to recruit new members who are prepared to get involved in such activities as helping create awareness through exhibitions and displays, as well as practical tasks.

Senior countryside ranger Trevor Smith described some of the tasks: "During Seed Gathering Season in October we collect and plant tree seeds and hold exhibitions like our Oaks for Folks on Saturday October 21 in Maidenhead town centre. In National Tree Week we will be planting and restoring beds in Braywick Park on Saturday November 25. Volunteers also go into schools to help offer some TLC to trees in school grounds.

"There are no restrictions on hours. Some activities work best in a small groups; others may wish to be the eyes and ears in their parishes and be neighbourhood tree watchers looking out for abuse, or help by watering newly planted trees."

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead