Bat and Glow Worm Night

Name: Bat and Glow Worm Night
Start: 2024-07-25T20:30:00+01:00
End: 2024-07-25T22:00:00+01:00
Location: Hazel Hill Wood,East Grimstead,Salisbury,SP5 1AU,GB

Schedule

Thu Jul 25 2024 at 08:30 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Hazel Hill Wood,East Grimstead,Salisbury,SP5 1AU,GB | Salisbury, EN

Look for bats flying as the sun sets, and hear bats’ calls through a bat detector. Then look for lights in the dark...
Join us to learn about and look for bats and glow worms in Hazel Hill Wood, near Salisbury. We’ll start with a short introductory talk about bats and glow worms and then set off on a guided walk around the woodland, all led by Charley Miller, our Conservation and Education Coordinator.
Children are welcome to come with a responsible adult who must supervise them at all times.
Ticket prices
General admission - £8 per person (adult or child).
Donation tickets - thanks to a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we are also able to offer donation tickets on a pay what you can basis.
Your money will support Hazel Hill Trust’s charitable work. Our vision for Hazel Hill Wood is a thriving ecosystem where people come to heal and learn through deeper connection with the living world.
What to wear
Dress for the weather in clothes and sturdy shoes that you don't mind getting dirty. We highly recommend long trousers due to the presence of ticks in the wood - please click here for more info. Please check the weather forecast and bring waterproofs, warm layers and insect repellent as appropriate – if you’re not sure then bring it all! We will be outside for the duration and the temperature may drop rapidly after the sun goes down.
How to get here
Hazel Hill Wood is located off Grimstead Road between Farley and East Grimstead. If using sat nav, use postcode SP5 1AU and you'll see our yellow and green "Hazel Hill Wood" sign on the road - we don't have a postcode but this is the farm opposite us.
FAQs
Is this suitable for everyone?
The session is suitable for most people over 5 years old. It is helpful for us to know if you have any mobility or medical conditions or other additional needs so we can plan accordingly - please let us know in the booking form. There is uneven ground.
Is this only fun for kids?
Definitely not! Our wildlife activities are enjoyed by all ages.
Can I bring my dog?
No.