Rewilding Site Visit: Harold's Park Wildland x Nattergal - 2026
Two year's into its rewilding journey, Harold’s Park Wildland is already buzzing with signs of nature’s quiet comeback. Once an arable farm and pony paddock on London’s doorstep, the land was acquired by Nattergal in 2024 with one bold goal: let nature take the lead.
Now under the guidance of site manager Tom Moat, drawing on lessons from Nattergal’s other sites and inspired by the groundbreaking work at Knepp, the transformation is underway. Brash piles and hedgerow gaps are inviting wildlife in, and oak saplings are breaking through former crop fields.
Join us for Blue Earth’s third exclusive field trip to see this rewilding project in action.
What to Expect:
A guided walk through the landscape
Insights into the ecological interventions, the resulting ecosystem services and their commercialisation via Natural Capital markets
Understand the relevance of investing in landscape resilience
Witness beautiful sceneries and encounter veteran trees and rare birds on London's doorstep
Time to connect with the Nattergal team and fellow nature-minded guests
Lunch provided and free shuttle service to/from Broxbourne Station.
Please note: Our tours cover approximately 2-3 miles of Wildland. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven ground. Sturdy walking boots are recommended. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
Itinerary
9:24 - 9:49 Train from London Liverpool Street to Broxbourne
10:00 Shuttle departs from Broxbourne Station
10:15 Arrival & coffees
10:30 Introduction to Nattergal
11:00 Rewilding tour led by Tom Moat and Lorienne Whittle
13:00 Standing Lunch and networking
14:30 Shuttle to Broxbourne station
14:52-15:27 Train from Broxbourne to Liverpool Street station
More info and FAQs
Blue Earth Summit Ticket Holders
The event is exclusively available to Blue Earth Summit 2026 ticket holders (or by special invite only).
Waiting List
Applicants will sign up to the event, and the final guest list will be notified no later 14 days prior to the event.
Event Capacity
This visit is limited to 50 attendees. Attendance will be subject to partner approval, with authorisation granted at their discretion. Information provided during registration will be used to help ensure a balanced and relevant audience on the day.
Attendance & Cancellations
As places are limited and catering is arranged in advance, we kindly ask that you only register if you expect to attend. If your plans change, please let us know as soon as possible and ideally at least 48–72 hours before the event so that we can make the necessary adjustments and minimise food waste. We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise and appreciate as much notice as possible.
Transportation
For those travelling by train, your best option is Liverpool Street to Broxbourne (via Tottenham Hale).
Please note that you are responsible for the purchase of your own train tickets to and from Broxbourne.
A free shuttle will be provided between Broxbourne station and the Wildland.
Photography
Please be aware that we may take some group photographs of the visit for our records - and possible social media & website inclusion.