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Selective tree guard removal

An activity with TCV Leicester Volunteers

Activity date: Thursday 19th March 2026

Start time: 10:15
Finish time: 14:30

Activity description

Working alongside the Mountsorrel (Tarmac) Environmental Restoration Team, our work will focus on selective tree guard removal on establishing native mixed species plantations. We will examine the tree growth and where necessary remove and stack all guards and stakes.

Meeting place

There will be a 9.30 am minibus pick up from the Victoria Park Car Park, if you require a seat on the minibus please confirm beforehand by contacting the project lead on 07764 655482 or c.forty@tcv.org.uk thank you. Volunteers will wait close to the stone lodge buildings just up from the toilet block at the London Road entrance to the car park. Alternatively please meet with us at Evington House LE5 6DE for 9am if this is easier. There is free vehicle parking in the public Evington Park Car Park.

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Activity location

Mountsorrel Quarry, Wood Lane Quorn Mountsorrel Loughborough, LE12 8GE

Site description

Mountsorrel Quarry sits at the heart of Charnwood’s historic granite quarrying communities. A nationally significant quarry, it supplies vital building materials to major construction projects locally and throughout the UK. TARMAC who own the site are committed to restoring the land in and around the quarry to create new spaces that can be enjoyed by the local community.

Pick Up Point

Contact

Clive Forty

Telephone: 07764 655482
Email: c.forty@tcv.org.uk
Website: https://www.tcv.org.uk/leicesterandrutland

Please bring

  • packed lunch
  • suitable outdoor clothes
  • suitable outdoor footwear

Further info

Those wishing to make their own way to the site, please park and wait at the main quarry reception area. TCV staff and volunteers must sign in before any practical work can begin. We may have to meet with the Operations Manager Aaron Laycock if he thinks it necessary. Please remember to bring your TCV Hi Vis branded waistcoats and safety hats where you have them. We will provide PPE where necessary. Please remember to wear supportive ankle boots.

Site Facilities

  • Parking
  • Toilets
  • Nearest Toilets - Quarry reception area

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