Join our South East England Member Network for a day of insight and exploration in the heart of the North Kent Downs National Nature Reserve as we delve into the challenges and opportunities of managing historic landscapes and veteran trees.

This field-based event will feature expert talks and guided site visits, focusing on:

• Veteran Tree Management – best practices and long-term care strategies
• Acute Oak Decline – current research and implications for woodland health
• Historic Landscape Management – balancing heritage, ecology, and access

Speakers

• Dr Sandra Denman, Forest Research – leading authority on tree health and oak decline
• Jonathan Ireland, National Trust – experienced practitioner in landscape and woodland conservation

Set against the backdrop of the iconic Darnley Mausoleum and ancient Cobham Woods, this event offers a unique opportunity for foresters, land managers, conservationists, and heritage professionals to connect, learn and share.