Part of the Bruton Museum Festival of History and Heritage 2023

Just what was the mythical Selwood Forest and what exactly remains of it? 

Join local author and heritage tree specialist Julian Hight as he tells the story of Selwood Forest through some of its majestic ancient trees – living links to the ancient forest – and discover its legacy and lore.

The talk will include archive and contemporary photography, history, local stories, and feature specially recorded music and video.

Julian’s interest in trees started at a young age – growing up next to woodland which had a profound effect on him. He has travelled widely, camera in hand, to document historic ancient trees, which resulting in his books; Britain’s Tree Story, World Tree Story, Britain’s Ancient Forest and the soon to be released Windsor – A Royal Treescape. Signed copies will be available at the talk. 

Julian appeared on Channel 4’s Tree of the Year TV programme, is Chair of Wessex Ancient Tree Forum, and campaigns to save threatened trees and ancient woodland. He started the Reviving Selwood Forest project to plant oaks grown from Selwood Forest’s most ancient heritage trees. Find out more at www.worldtreestory.co.uk 

Click here for tickets - member discount available - or buy them on the door at the event.