Sutton Park’s landscape of woods, heathland and grassland has been shaped by thousands of years of human activity. Its development over time can be traced through well-preserved archaeological remains and evidence from ancient pollen. During the Middle Ages, the Park formed part of a deer park, and the extent and shape of its woodland still reflect its medieval boundaries and subdivisions.
Today, the national importance of Sutton Park’s historic and natural environment is recognised through its Scheduled Monument and SSSI designations. On this short guided walk, archaeologist Dr Mike Hodder and ecologist Dr Richard Orton, from the Friends of Sutton Park Association, will explore the connections between archaeology and ecology across the Park. Participants will discover former boundary banks and ditches, examine heathland and woodland plants and trees, and learn how Sutton Park’s landscapes and heritage are managed and protected today.
Location
Sutton Park Visitor Centre, Sutton Park, Off Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 2YT, United Kingdom
Additional location/direction information
Walk begins at Sutton Park Visitor Centre and is approximately 2.5 miles. Slight gradients. Includes grass and unsurfaced paths which may be muddy in wet weather. Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear recommended. There is no shelter on the walk route. Toilets at start point and cafes nearby. No facilities on walk route.
Schedule
Sat, 25 Jul
11:00 AM
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1:00 PM
Duration of event
2 hours
Additional fee information
£3 for non-members of the Friends of Sutton Park Association, payable on the day.