Puzzles and a Children's Treasure Hunt
Puzzle No.1
A TREE FOR YE AND THEE ... (where?) ... FOR ALL TO SEE
Answer No.1 This plaque is by the bridge over the Lilk stream.
Puzzle No.2
Answer No.2 The berries in this lovely mixed hedge in Barn Meadow are dark blue sloes (Prunus spinosa), pink and orange spindle berries (Euonymus europaeus) and the red berries of the Guelder Rose (Viburnum opulus).
Puzzle No.3
What is the Latin name for this tree by the roller bench?
Answer No.3 Salix caprea which is commonly called goat willow, pussy willow, great willow or sallow. It was used to decorate churches on Palm Sunday, and in Ireland it was thought that a sprig taken on a journey would bring luck and protection against enchantment.
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And here is a printable PDF treasure hunt sheet for children.
Seasons animation by Judy Buckley
