Storm Goretti: A Walk Through Recovery

Hop across from Bryher and see how Tresco's landscape is recovering after Storm Goretti – with the people leading the work to restore and replant for the future.

Wednesdays at 2pm
Meet outside the Garden Café & History Room
Approximately 1 hour

When Storm Goretti swept across Tresco in January, around 500 trees were lost, changing parts of the island’s landscape almost overnight.

Each Wednesday, join a member of Tresco’s Land Management team for a gentle walk along Abbey Drive and see that changing landscape for yourself.

Along the way, you’ll hear about the impact of the storm, the huge clearance effort that has followed and the careful decisions now being made about what – and how – to replant.

The walk is usually led by Head of Estate Alasdair Moore, whose knowledge of Tresco offers a fascinating insight into both what has been lost and the opportunity now emerging to create stronger, more resilient shelterbelts for generations to come.

It’s an informal walk, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions and hear the story of Tresco’s recovery from those closest to it.

Coming Across from Bryher

Take the short boat journey from Bryher to Tresco and allow enough time to make your way to the Garden Café, where the walk begins at 2pm.

Perhaps make a day of it and explore the Abbey Garden (included in your stay at Hell Bay), stop for something to eat or wander back through the island before your return boat to Bryher.

Please check the daily inter-island boat times before travelling.

Occasionally, operational circumstances may mean the walk has to be cancelled. If you’re making a special journey across from Bryher, we recommend checking with the Tresco Island Office beforehand.