March events & activities

Mondays
Walking for Health at the Arboretum

There are more than 600 Walking for Health schemes running across the Country.  The Get Active in The Forest walking programme runs 21 weekly walks in South Derbyshire with an additional two themed walks per month.  The walks last about 45 minutes to 1 hour and are aimed at getting people more active whilst at the same time enjoying their local environment.  Obviously, the Arboretum is perfect for this!  People of any level of fitness can take part in these walks.  Trained walk leaders (at least two) can adapt the walk to suit any pace.

Time:  2.30pm
Venue:  onsite, but report to Reception a few minutes before to check muster point
Cost:  free
Information:  contact Tor Pitts at the Rosliston Forestry Centre on 01283 563483 or 07977439309 or  tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk

Tuesday 1
St David’s Day

Drop by to sample some traditional fayre to commemorate the patron saint of Wales in the Arbour Restaurant.

Thursday 17
St Patrick’s Day

A themed menu will be available to commemorate Ireland’s patron saint in the Arbour Restaurant.

Saturday 19
Wildlife Watch Group – ‘wild photography’

Activities and walks for children and young persons aged 8 to 14, led by Richard Thorpe, Arboretum’s Volunteer Wildlife Officer.  Always great fun and lots to discover!

This month, bring a camera and learn how to take great pictures!

Time:  2pm to 4pm
Venue:  Education Room, Visitor Centre and on site
Cost:  £1.00 per child. Places are limited so booking is essential and priority will be given to existing members. Appropriate clothing and footwear required for outdoor activities.
Information:  Parents of interested new members should initially contact to check on availability.

Sunday 20
The Soldiers

‘The Soldiers’ are a British trio, featuring serving soldiers: Sergeant Major Gary Chilton, Sergeant Richie Maddocks and Lance Corporal Ryan Idzi.  This performance is being presented in association with the Arboretum as part of our 10th anniversary celebrations.

Time:  7.30pm
Venue:  Lichfield Garrick, Castle Dyke, Lichfield, WS13 6HR
Cost:  £30.00 (concessions available)
Information:  Box office on 01543 412121 or www.lichfieldgarrick.com

Monday 21
Arboretum Story Circle

Maria Whatton, an award-winning professional storyteller, has opened up a Story Circle at the Arboretum.  This is a space where once a month participants can tell stories, myths, legends and folk tales from life.  The group is open to those who want to tell stories as much as to those who want to listen to them - no obligation to speak, just come along and listen.

Maria is an experienced workshop leader and trainer who will be guiding the group with sensitivity and respect as well as sharing traditional tales from the past.  Her CD 'The Ribbon Maiden and other traditional tales' is available from the Arboretum's gift shop.

Time:  12 noon for approximately 1 hour
Venue:  Millennium Chapel or onsite if weather permits
Cost:  Free, but donations appreciated – advance booking not essential

Event details are subject to change. We advise checking before travelling by following this link to the feature on thebestof lichfield web site.

Looking further ahead

• SATURDAY 2 APRIL:  Women and War – one-day conference
• SUNDAY 3 APRIL:  Animals at War Walk
• FRIDAY 8 APRIL:  Concert by Derbyshire Constabulary Male Voice Choir
• SATURDAY 9 APRIL:  Military Book Fair
• MONDAY 11 APRIL:  Talk on ‘Garden Birds in Spring and Summer’
• SUNDAY 17 APRIL:  Drive-It Day display of vintage vehicles
• EASTER WEEKEND:  assorted activities – programme to follow
• MONDAY 25 APRIL:  ANZAC Day – details to be confirmed