Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) and the Friends of Bridgford Park have launched a new free tree trail activity at Bridgford Park in West Bridgford, inviting residents and visitors to explore the park’s diverse range of tree species.
The enhanced trail features 24 different types of trees located throughout the historic Victorian park, offering an engaging and educational way to enjoy the green space.
Tree species included in the trail:
Scots pine – Pinus sylvestris
Cedar of Lebanon – Cedrus libani
Pin oak – Quercus palustris
Elm – Ulmus sp.
Tibetan cherry – Prunus serrula
Turkey oak – Quercus cerris
Horse chestnut – Aesculus hippocastanum
Black locust – Robinia pseudoacacia
Rowan – Sorbus aucuparia
Small-leaved lime – Tilia cordata
Silver birch – Betula pendula
Whitebeam – Sorbus aria
Field maple – Acer campestre
Hawthorn – Crataegus monogyna
Narrow-leaved ash – Fraxinus angustifolia
Leopold sycamore – Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Leopoldii’
Common lime – Tilia × europaea
Deodar cedar – Cedrus deodara
Blue Atlas cedar – Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca’
Holm oak – Quercus ilex
Sweet chestnut – Castanea sativa
Silver maple – Acer saccharinum
Sweet gum – Liquidambar styraciflua
Common oak – Quercus robur
RBC’s Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Leisure & Wellbeing, ICT and Member Development, Cllr Jonathan Wheeler, said: “We’re delighted to launch this new tree trail at our much-loved Bridgford Park, which is free for everyone to enjoy while exploring the natural surroundings.
“The 24 tree species featured on the map highlight the biodiversity of this beautiful park and offer a great opportunity for learning and discovery.
“Thank you to our Community Development Team and the Friends of Bridgford Park volunteers for their research and dedication in bringing this project to life.
“With our popular Proms in the Park taking place this Saturday from 12.30 pm to 9 pm, it’s the perfect opportunity to come along and explore the trail!”
