In early September the Park will look
a picture as late Summer begins to turn to Autumn. The main area of marquees is sited around the area
of the arboretum, beneath some wonderful species, some of which will be showing the first signs of seasonal change. There are historic links between the collection at Stratford Park and that at Westonbirt.

There are walks around the lake and pathways through the woodland to the top of the Park, where one can enjoy views of the surrounding valleys and commons.

Improving biodiversity is a pivotal part of the manangement plan for the park. The park already has a good variety of animal species and recent schemes have seen it increase.

Nearly 300 moth and butterfly species have been recorded and nearly 70 species of bird. Nest box schemes
in recent years have proved very successful. A monthly Biodiversity Report is now produced.

Last year’s festival witnessed the beginnings of a new pond at the
top of the lake. This is finished and should begin to spring into life in the months ahead. Work on a pond dipping platform is underway for
local schools and community
groups.

We are looking at running some
form of landscape activity during the Festival that leaves a legacy once the event is finished. This may be linked to the International Year of the Forest.