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Urban Tree Festival: Wembley Park Walkabout
A tour of the public realm at Wembley Park with an insight into the tree planting programme over the past 17 years.
A guided walk where you’ll learn more of the technical challenges involved in Urban Tree Planting and maintenance on a large scale. Join Julian Tollast, Head of Masterplanning and Design at Quintain, as he provides an exclusive tour of the newly completed Olympic Way, Union Park, as well as offering a glimpse of things to come. On this tour, you will learn more about the technical challenges involved in Urban Tree Planting and maintenance at this scale, with illustrations and technical details, made accessible and appealing to all ages, interests and levels of knowledge.
About the tour leader
Julian Tollast is the Head of Masterplanning and Design for Quintain at Wembley Park and has been working on the project since 2005. Julian is also a former founding trustee of the National Park City Foundation.
FAQs
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Where will I meet the group?
The official meeting point is at the bottom of the Olympic Steps, in front of Wembley Stadium.
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Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
No, everyone is welcome, but children under 18 should be accompanied by an adult.
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What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Find out moreTravel Info: Wembley Park is extremely well connected with three stations, three tube lines, Overground and two National Rail lines.
Tube:
Wembley Park Station
Baker Street to Wembley Park (12 minutes) Jubilee Line.
Aldgate Underground Station to Wembley Park Station (36 minutes) Metropolitan Line.
North Greenwich Underground Station to Wembley Park Station (34 minutes) Jubilee Line.
Elephant & Castle, Bakerloo line to Bakers Street Underground Station Tube, Metropolitan line to Wembley Park Underground Station (30 minutes).
Wembley Central Station
Paddington Bakerloo Line (23 minutes)
Overground
Clapham Junction (22 minutes)
Train:
Wembley Park is served by two overland lines; Chiltern Railways and Southern Railways.
Chiltern Railways, from Wembley Stadium Station, offers access to Marylebone in just 9 minutes.
Southern Railways, from Wembley Central Station, offers access to Watford Junction in just 14 minutes.
National Rail - http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
Bus:
Wembley Park bus routes - https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/buses/?cid=buses
The following buses connect Wembley Park and the local area of Wembley and further afield.
223 Kenton & Harrow to Wembley
245 Golders Green to North Wembley
83 Ealing to Golders Green
92 Ealing to Brent Park
PR2 Wembley Park to Willesden Junction
182 Harrow Weald to Brent Cross
For more information visit TFL Accessible Buses or please call London Buses customer services on 0845 300 7000.
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What can I bring to the event?
No specific equipment is required, although we advise bringing suitable headgear and soft drinks to keep cool and hydrated during the walk.
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How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please email marketing@wembleypark.com if you have any questions about the event.
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Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
You will need to bring a copy of your registration, either printed or on your smartphone.
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Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?
Yes.