Jules Acton is a new voice in nature writing. Like Peter Wohlleben, she personifies nature making complex scientific theories accessible with a peculiarly British twist. What became her book Oaklore started out as a ‘nature and cultural ramble’ and her conversational tone makes you feel as though you are there with her.

Jules lives and breathes trees. She works for the Woodland Trust and her love of the oak is central to Oaklore but she takes a holistic approach. Oaks in the UK support 2300 other plants, animals and fungi and her talk encompasses the birds, spiders, beetles and butterflies to be found on them. Jules, whose surname means ‘oak place’, can trace her love of nature back to childhood. A former journalist, she has worked for the Woodland Trust, the Wildlife Trusts and WaterAid. She lives near Sherwood Forest.

Jules will be joined by Marion Bryce of Long Eaton Natural History Society, who will also talk about all things oaky, and also moth night!

Refreshments included