Join the London branch and the Ecological Continuity Trust (ECT) for a visit to Park Grass, and hear from Andy Gregory and Jonathan Storkey, both Rothamsted Research, as well as Keith Goulding, ECT trustee and Rothamsted Research. 

Park Grass is a long-term experiment managed by Rothamsted Research, which is registered with the ECT. Established in 1856, it is the longest running grassland experiment in the world originally set up to examine the effects of inorganic fertilisers on agricultural yields. The data accumulated from this experiment makes it invaluable. 

Visitors will need to wear sturdy shoes, bring waterproofs, and a packed lunch. There will be the option of travelling by coach from London or making your own way to the site. Those coming from regions outside of London will need to make their own way there. Coach pick up location and details on how to make your own way there will be sent out after registration has closed. 

10:45 - Coach departs London 

12:00 - Arrive at event

16:00 - Coach departs Rothamsted Research

Please note: Places for the coach will be limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. The final day to cancel and get a refund in 23:59 on Tuesday 23rd April. If the number of attendees is less than 10, then we reserve the right to cancel this event and registered attendees will receive a full refund. 

This event is open to all adults over 18. Children 11 + are also welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. 

Spaces for this event are limited, and so advanced booking is essential. 

A mobility chair can be stored on the coach, and there are three steps near the door and an additional step before getting to the front seats. 

Walking between points at Rothamsted Research will be either on hard covered surfaces, flat grass, or a gravelled flat path through a small wood. Getting into the Sample Archives involves about six wide concrete steps with a handrail.