Tree Folklore Walk

In this workshop, we’ll be communing with the forest by discussing folklore from all over the world and across history. Humans have always related to the land by telling stories. It's crucial that these stories don't go extinct. We’ll walk through Tower Hamlets Cemetery park as a group and meet an array of tree species in turn. We’ll be talking about tree folklore in its most encompassing sense - tales, rituals, customs, beliefs, traditional medicines and spells. Expect everything from Elder Witches to Weeping Poplars. We can also throw in some history, plus identification tips so that you can leave with enough knowledge to find these trees by yourself. This workshop aims to be a collective endeavour. Bring your ideas, opinions and your own stories along. There will be space for us all to talk about how storytelling can help us to care for ourselves and our ecosystems. Your opinions are most welcome. If there’s anything we can do to make sure you feel comfortable attending, please get in touch. TERMS - please read all the terms before booking a ticket: CONCESSIONS There is one free ticket for this event available to someone who is struggling financially. If this is you, get in touch. ACCESSIBILITY *Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs. *The entire site is step-free but paths are woodchip and may not be usable by some wheelchairs. We'll be walking at a very slow pace. There will be a lot of stopping and talking. There is a step-free toilet onsite. *RFW is beyond happy to make special considerations for any other needs. If there’s anything that you think I should know, get in touch. *Our risk assessment is available on request. Get in touch if you'd like to see it. *Support workers and carers are welcome at no extra cost, but likewise please get in touch to let me know that they're coming. REFUNDS POLICY Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferrable, so if you find that you can't make it, you are welcome to send a friend in your place. Just get in touch to arrange this. CHILDREN Children are welcome at no extra charge, but please get in touch to let us know they're coming. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY Any instances of the following will be rejected from this event without refund: *Physical or verbal violence *Any discriminations because of race, gender, physical/mental disability, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, or age