We invite you to lend a hand in Buckenham Wood as part of our ongoing woodland management plan. We will be scheduling more days soon, and we’d love for you to join us for one—keep an eye out below. These work days are a great opportunity to connect with nature, meet like-minded people, and make a real difference to the health of Buckenham Wood.

Upcoming Dates:

• Sunday 22nd February 10:00 to 12:00

• Sunday 15th March 10:00 to 12:00

• Sunday  19th April 10:00 to 12:00

Where to meet:

•  Meet the volunteer coordinator by the BAWT noticeboard. Located on the northern boundary path.

• What three words: https://w3w.co/action.flank.fillings

Possible tasks:

• Removing sycamore saplings

• Moving brash

• Edging paths with natural material

Each session will support different aspects of our woodland management plan. While the specific tasks are still being finalised, they may include some of the things listed above. We’ll share more details closer to each date, (including times) so you’ll know what to bring and how to prepare. If you would like to find out more about what our previous volunteer work days involved, read our past events page.

To find out more about this and the other recommended changes in our woodland management plan, read our dedicated website page (click here).

If you are interested in receiving email notification of our woodland work days please sign up to become a volunteer.

Whether you're a seasoned BAWT volunteer or new to woodland work, everyone’s welcome. Your time and energy is very much appreciated and help keep Buckenham Wood thriving for wildlife and the community.

📅 Dates:

• Postponed:  Works to improve the path along the northern boundary have been postponed due to the recent heavy rainfall saturating the ground.

• Cycle rails will be installed after the work on the northern boundary path has been completed.

• 20th February 2026: Tree canopy works. This important work was recommended in last tree assessment report.

⚠️What to Expect:

• Main paths will remain open but may be temporarily closed for short periods for public safety.

• All works will be overseen by our consultant arborist.

• To find out  how these works support the Buckenham Wood management plan - click here.
   

The northern boundary permissive footpath will be officially closed for 24 hours on 12 January 2026.

Thank you for your understanding.