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University Parks Newsletter

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News and updates

Large mature tree with a broad trunk and rough, dark bark. A dense cluster of layered brown bracket fungi is growing around the base of the trunk, spreading across the root flare. The tree stands in a wooded area with leaf litter and other trees visible in the background.

Decline of our Beech tree

05 October 2026
In recent years regular users of North Walk in University Parks may have noticed the large fungi growing at the base of a beech tree surrounded by woodchip near Lady Margaret Hall gate.
Autumn flowers and ornamental grasses in a University Parks plant border.

Hayrick Border blooms again in boost for biodiversity

17 September 2026
The Hayrick Border, one of the University Parks’ main mixed herbaceous borders, is flourishing following a major programme of restoration and replanting.
The Park's gardeners begin clearly the reeds

Parks pond to undergo major restoration

09 September 2026
The historic pond in University Parks is set for a major restoration project after years of silt build-up, reed growth and bank erosion have reduced the water surface area and the pond’s biodiversity value.
Rainbow Tree of Remembrance in University Parks

University Parks hosts annual Rainbow of Ribbons tribute

26 August 2026
This summer's Rainbow of Ribbons display in University Parks has raised £14,127 for Sobell House Hospice, funding over 570 hours of specialist nursing care.