New tree trail launched at Bridgford Park!
Last updated: 26/6/2026
Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) and The Friends of Bridgford Park have launched a new free tree trail activity at Bridgford Park in West Bridgford inviting residents and visitors to explore the park’s diverse range of tree species.
The enhanced trail features 24 different types of trees located throughout the historic Victorian park, offering an engaging and educational way to enjoy the green space.
Tree species included in the trail:
1. Scots pine - Pinus sylvestris
2. Cedar of Lebanon - Cedrus libani
3. Pin oak - Quercus palustris
4. Elm – Ulmus sp.
5. Tibetan Cherry - Prunus serrula
6. Turkey oak - Quercus cerris
7. Horse chestnut - Aesculus hippocastanum
8. Black locust - Robinia pseudoacacia
9. Rowan – Sorbus aucuparia
10. Small leaved lime – Tillia cordata
11. Silver birch – Betula pendula
12. Whitebeam – Sorbus aria
13. Field maple – Acer campestre
14. Hawthorn - Crataegus monogyna
15. Narrow leaved ash - Fraxinus angustifolia
16. Leopold sycamore - Acer seudoplatanus Leopoldii
17. Common lime - Tilia × europaea
18. Deodar cedar - Cedrus deodara
19. Blue atlas cedar - Cedrus atlantica ‘glauca’
20. Holm oak - Quercus ilex
21. Sweet chestnut - Castanea sativa
22. Silver Maple - Acer saccharinum
23. Sweet gum - Liquidambar styraciflua
24. Common oak – Quercus robur
The trail map is available to download on the RBC website.
RBC’s Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Leisure & Wellbeing, ICT and Member Development, Cllr Jonathan Wheeler, said: “We’re delighted to launch this new tree trail at our much-loved Bridgford Park, which is free for everyone to enjoy while exploring the natural surroundings.
“The 24 tree species featured on the map highlight the biodiversity of this beautiful park and offer a great opportunity for learning and discovery.
“Thank you to our community development team and the Friends of Bridgford Park volunteers for their research and dedication in bringing this project to life.
“With our popular Proms in the Park taking place this Saturday from 12.30pm to 9pm, it’s the perfect opportunity to come along and explore the trail!”