Tree Planting in Victoria Mill Park

Create healthier, happier communities, tackle the climate crisis head on, reconnect us to our natural world, and provide essential habitats for wildlife

Manchester

Location
Victoria Mill Park
Lower Vickers Street
Manchester
M40 7LJ
Date and time
10:00 - 12:00
Saturday, 25th of January 2025
Who this task will support
City of Trees
We are City of Trees. We plant trees for people; trees to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. We’re rooted here in Greater Manchester, the place we live and work. We are proud to call the region home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time.

Join for a day of tree planting and become a Citizen Forester with City of Trees!

Please register via the link/Eventbrite

All tools will be provided; please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work and sturdy footwear. Drop in for an hour or stay the whole day – you will be guided throughout the day so no prior experience is necessary. This activity is suitable for all ages.

Time & Location 10am-3pm. We will start at 10am, please note we may finish earlier than 3pm if all the work is completed. Please arrive as close to 10am as possible.

Victoria Mill Park, Lower Vickers Street, Manchester, M40 7LJ

Meeting point – please meet us by the main park gates on Lower Vickers Street. You will see the flag and gazebo of City of Trees. Exact location: ///closet.decay.manage,

Parking/public transport There is residential street parking around the site. Please be mindful when parking and try to car share where possible.

The closest bus stop to site is Miles Platting (nr Garforth Avenue) on Butler Street, Stop ID: MANTDTMJ. The bus services 74, 76, 76A and 776 stop here. The nearest tram stop is Holt Town which is a 16 minute walk from site.

About the site Victoria Mill Park is a public park. The area where we will be working is flat, with some uneven ground in places. The park is accessible by hard standing formal paths. A portaloo will be available on site for volunteer use.

How are you getting there?

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  • Ben Foster

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Location
Victoria Mill Park
Lower Vickers Street
Manchester
M40 7LJ
Date and time
10:00 - 12:00
Saturday, 25th of January 2025
Who this task will support
City of Trees
We are City of Trees. We plant trees for people; trees to create better, greener places; to boost health and wellbeing; to enhance green skills; and to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergency. We’re rooted here in Greater Manchester, the place we live and work. We are proud to call the region home and are passionate about making our region even better, one tree at a time.
Walkable

As you will make your own way to the task, feel free to walk or run as you wish.

Ideal for beginners

Victoria Mill Park
Lower Vickers Street
Manchester
M40 7LJ

Ben Foster
Led by Ben Foster

GoodGym Manchester Run Leader

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