Free daily programme of workshops, performances and talks.

Visitors to Regent's Park can explore giant tree houses, enjoy storytelling, take part in traditional crafts workshops, participate in debates or just relax in enormous swinging pods, as part of the TreeHouse Gallery project which runs until 6 September 2009.

Located to the north of the boating lake, the project comprises two tree-top structures built from naturally sourced and reclaimed materials: the Spherical Reading Gallery, which houses a collection of bark-bound books; and the bulb-shaped Budding Hub Gallery, which hosts discussions and workshops. A collection of ground based structures, which include the Medicinal Hanging Gardens, are situated beneath the tree houses. Inspired by the surrounding environment, the Gallery encourages people to take an interest in nature through a free programme of creative activities, with over 60 workshops and events taking place over the coming weeks. The project is free and open to everyone. Highlights include:

• Sunday 16 August 2009 - 2pm to 3pm: A talk on Ecology and Poetry by the award winning poet Mario Petrucci.
• Sunday 23 August - 4pm to 6pm: William Wardlaw Rogers helps explore the impact of Storytelling and how it shapes reality.
• Saturday 29 August 2009 - 1pm to 3.30pm: Tree Tales and Forest Fables from the award winning story teller Sarah Mooney.
• Sunday 30 August 2009 - 3pm to 4pm: Tanya Jackson leads a workshop teaching Folk Songs and vocal harmony.
• Saturday 5 September 2009 - 1pm to 3pm: Recycled art and craft workshop for children and adults.

Nick Biddle, Park Manager of Regent's Park, The Royal Parks, said: "The TreeHouse Gallery is a very unusual and original temporary installation in Regent's Park. It consists of two platforms which have been built in the trees and a variety of ground based structures. You can just turn up to marvel or you can get involved in an activity or workshop - it's an experience you will not forget!"

For further details on events in The Royal Parks or to download a map of Regent's Park please visit www.royalparks.org.uk.

Media enquiries:

For images of the TreeHouse Gallery or for information about Regent's Park and The Royal Parks please contact: Katy Murray on 0300 061 2128 or email kmurray@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk.

For further information on the Tree House Gallery and the workshops please contact Altair Roelants on altairuk@yahoo.com.

Notes to Editors

About the TreeHouse Gallery:

• Opening hours: 10am - 4pm Monday to Thursday and 10am - 8pm on Fridays and weekends.
• The TreeHouse Gallery project was developed by a large group of individuals including artists, architects, builders and crafts people.
• The TreeHouse Gallery structures are suspended in the treetops without penetrating the trees. This unique approach to building tree houses ensures the trees are protected.
• The Medicinal Hanging Gardens consist of hanging baskets attached to a wooden structure.  The baskets contain a variety of plants and there are a number of handmade wooden seats situated beneath them.
• For further information please visit: www.thetreehousegallery.org.

About Regent's Park:

• The Regent's Park covers 166 hectares (410 acres) and includes stunning rose gardens with more than 30,000 roses of 400 varieties. The Park has excellent sports facilities and with nearly 100 acres available is the largest outdoor sports area in Central London.

About The Royal Parks:

• The Royal Parks is an executive agency of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. The Royal Parks are: Bushy Park, The Green Park, Greenwich Park, Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Richmond Park and St James's Park. For further information please visit: www.royalparks.org.uk