The morning session will introduce the theory and principles of climate change and look at the following topics:

• Assessing the impact of predictions using London as an example.
• Adaptation by design – implications for wildlife, plant diversity, soils etc.
• Mind-map the major issues e.g. water, soil, flooding and plant growth.
• Mitigation: Looking at machinery, waste management and buildings, operations for example.

The afternoon session will look at actual examples from gardens using aerial photos and maps and consider the following:

• How to assess the major issues and how to respond to them.
• Considerations for the future: Wind turbines, lakes, water towers, etc.
• How to adapt: Preservation of existing collections, character of site, historic authenticity, choice of plants etc.

Please register your interest by direct email to Fiona Dennis fiona.dennis@english-heritage.org.uk