Queenswood Country Park

Sunday 19^th October 2008
Autumn Colour Walks
2pm - 3.30pm
In autumn the trees are ablaze with colour and at Queenswood you can spot some spectacular sights, especially in the Autumn Garden. The foliage of the Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum) change to brilliant vermillions, purples, yellows and oranges. Discover these and the other eye-catching autumn displays by joining a guided walk led by one of the Countryside Ranger Team.
Distance: Approx 1.5 miles
Meet: Outside the Tourist Information Centre at Queenswood
Cost: Free, though a donation to the Queenswood Coronation Fund would be welcomed.

Bertie Buzzard's Autumn Trail 2008
Throughout the half term holidays
Join Bertie Buzzard and his friends the Queenswood Seeds this autumn to find out how they find a new place to settle down and grow into a plant.
Cost: 50p Entry forms available from Queenswood Tourist Information Centre.

Saturday 25^th October 2008
Queenswood Fungus Walk
10am -12.15pm
Join us for a saturday morning walk through Queenswood Arboretum enjoying the lovely autumn colours and learning about the wealth of fungi to be found there, led by local field mycologist Sheila Spence.
See if you can find 'Candlesnuff' and 'Cramp Balls' or even a 'Jelly Fungus' along the way and learn about why fungi are such an important part of our environment.
Not suitable for children under the age of 12, all children must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for their safety at all times.
Cost: Adults £3.50
Children (over 12 only) £2.00
Family ticket 2 adults + 2 children (over 12) £10.00
Booking is essential - for further information and booking details please contact: Sheila or George Spence Tel:01531 631736 or email:marchesfungi@btinternet.com
For more details of fungi events in the County visit www.herefordshire-fungi.org.uk

NB: This event is not a fungal foray, bylaws prevent the collection of fungi at Queenswood.

Sunday 26^th October 2008
Autumn Colour Walks
2pm - 3.30pm
In autumn the trees are ablaze with colour and at Queenswood you can spot some spectacular sights, especially in the Autumn Garden. The foliage of the Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum) change to brilliant vermillions, purples, yellows and oranges. Discover these and the other eye-catching autumn displays by joining a guided walk led by one of the Countryside Ranger Team.
Distance: Approx 1.5 miles
Meet: Outside the Tourist Information Centre at Queenswood
Cost: Free, though a donation to the Queenswood Coronation Fund would be welcomed.

Tuesday 28^th October 2008
Nature Play Rangers: Spooky Halloween Fun
12 noon - 2pm
Join the Nature Play Rangers - we're going spooky for halloween!
Create scary masks and lanterns... make a spooky apple head...
create a gigantic monster... play ghoolish games!
Please wear sensible shoes and clothing as this activity will take place outdoors.
Meet: Autumn Garden
Cost: This session is free.
No need to book - just come and join us in the Autumn Garden anytime between 12noon and 2pm.
All children must be accompanied by an adult

Wednesday 29^th October 2008
Queenswood Fungus Walk
2.00pm - 4.15 pm
Join us for this wednesday afternoon walk, another great opportunity to explore Queenswood Arboretum, enjoying the lovely autumn colours and learning about the wealth of fungi to be found there, led by local field mycologist Sheila Spence.
(See 25th October entry for full details and how to book your place)

Sunday 2^nd November 2008
Autumn Colour Walks
2pm - 3.30pm
In autumn the trees are ablaze with colour and at Queenswood you can spot some spectacular sights, especially in the Autumn Garden. The foliage of the Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum) change to brilliant vermillions, purples, yellows and oranges. Discover these and the other eye-catching autumn displays by joining a guided walk led by one of the Countryside Ranger Team.
Distance: Approx 1.5 miles
Meet: Outside the Tourist Information Centre at Queenswood
Cost: Free, though a donation to the Queenswood Coronation Fund would be welcomed.