National Harvest Mouse Survey at Lakeside Campus

Schedule

Wed Oct 29 2025 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

University of Worcester, Lakeside Campus | Holt, EN

Advertisement
Join us for a hands-on conservation experience as we take part in The Mammal Society’s National Harvest Mouse Survey.
About this Event

Join us for a hands-on conservation experience as we take part in . We’ll be heading to Lakeside Campus to search for harvest mouse nests in grassy habitats, contributing valuable data to a national monitoring programme.

This is a great opportunity to learn field survey techniques, develop your ecological skills, and support real-world conservation science.



🚌 Need Transport?

Free minibus transport is available from St John’s Campus to Lakeside Campus.
Please book a Minibus ticket if you’d like a seat—spaces are limited and must be reserved in advance.



🔍 What to Expect
  • Introduction to harvest mouse ecology and nest identification
  • Surveying suitable habitats at Lakeside Campus
  • Data collection and submission to The Mammal Society
  • Fieldwork experience in a supportive group setting

🧰 What to Bring
  • Warm, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear
  • Gloves (optional, for handling vegetation)
  • Smartphone or notebook for recording sightings

Good to Know
  • No prior experience needed—training will be provided on the day.
  • The event will go ahead in light rain but may be rescheduled in severe weather.
  • The site includes uneven ground and long grass—please contact the organiser if you have accessibility needs.
  • Suitable for students and beginners interested in wildlife and conservation.
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

University of Worcester, Lakeside Campus, Worcester Road, Holt, United Kingdom

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00

Dr Kate Ashbrook

Host or Publisher Dr Kate Ashbrook

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Holt

Information & Advice Drop In
Wed, 29 Oct at 10:00 am Information & Advice Drop In

Holt Community Centre

Halloween party
Wed, 29 Oct at 06:00 pm Halloween party

Little Angels Pre-school

PARTIES ENTERTAINMENT
Willow Weaving in the Stargazer- Deer or Leaping Hare
Thu, 30 Oct at 09:30 am Willow Weaving in the Stargazer- Deer or Leaping Hare

Northrepps, Norfolk UK

Traditional Oil Painting Workshop with Bryony Knight
Thu, 30 Oct at 10:00 am Traditional Oil Painting Workshop with Bryony Knight

Holkham Hall, Holkham Estate, NR23 1AB Wells next the Sea, United Kingdom

ART FINE-ARTS
Halloween Eve
Thu, 30 Oct at 03:00 pm Halloween Eve

Cromer, Norfolk

ART CRAFTS
\ud83c\udf83 Halloween Havoc with True Scape @ Kings Head \/ Holt! \ud83d\ude31
Fri, 31 Oct at 08:30 am 🎃 Halloween Havoc with True Scape @ Kings Head / Holt! 😱

The Kings Head Holt

HALLOWEEN
Level Up
Fri, 31 Oct at 11:00 am Level Up

The Reef Leisure Centre (Weybourne Road,, Sheringham)

Make a Mug and Coaster Pottery Workshop
Sun, 28 Sep at 02:00 pm Make a Mug and Coaster Pottery Workshop

NR25 6BW

WORKSHOPS
Make Clay Houses
Sun, 12 Oct at 10:30 am Make Clay Houses

NR25 6BW

WORKSHOPS ART
Wells drop-in sessions
Mon, 13 Oct at 10:00 am Wells drop-in sessions

Coastal Health & Wellbeing

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Gargoyle Workshop
Wed, 15 Oct at 10:00 am Gargoyle Workshop

The Reading Room, Alderholt

WORKSHOPS
\ud83c\udf83FALL DISCO!!\ud83c\udf83
Fri, 17 Oct at 05:00 pm 🎃FALL DISCO!!🎃

Stibbard, Norfolk, United Kingdom

PARTIES ENTERTAINMENT
Silversmithing - Stacking Rings Workshop
Sat, 18 Oct at 10:00 am Silversmithing - Stacking Rings Workshop

Holkham Hall, Holkham Estate, NR23 1AB Wells next the Sea, United Kingdom

WORKSHOPS
Unaff Winter Dressage League, sponsored by Premier Performance
Sun, 19 Oct at 09:00 am Unaff Winter Dressage League, sponsored by Premier Performance

Lime Kiln Farm EC , Thursford, Fakenham

WORKSHOPS
Halloween Clay Workshop \u2013 Create Your Own Ceramic Ghost
Sun, 19 Oct at 10:30 am Halloween Clay Workshop – Create Your Own Ceramic Ghost

NR25 6BW

WORKSHOPS HALLOWEEN
Lino printing workshop with Sue Welfare
Tue, 21 Oct at 10:00 am Lino printing workshop with Sue Welfare

Holkham Hall, Holkham Estate, NR23 1AB Wells next the Sea, United Kingdom

WORKSHOPS
Holt Drop-in sessions
Tue, 21 Oct at 10:00 am Holt Drop-in sessions

Holt Library

WORKSHOPS
Recovery College at Holt Library
Tue, 21 Oct at 10:00 am Recovery College at Holt Library

Holt Library

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Wall\/Number Plaque Pottery Workshop
Fri, 24 Oct at 06:30 pm Wall/Number Plaque Pottery Workshop

Fig & Olive, Cromer

WORKSHOPS
Forever - The Abba Tribute Live In Concert
Sat, 25 Oct at 07:30 pm Forever - The Abba Tribute Live In Concert

Pavilion Theatre, Cromer Pier

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT

What's Happening Next in Holt?

Discover Holt Events