Events - April 2010

WALK: Farnham Town

Join a local guide on this walk to discover more about the history of this Georgian town. Meet at Wagon Yard car park at the bottom of Downing Street.  11am – 1pm. Covers 2-3 miles. Adults £3, children free. Money goes to local charities. This is a regular walk held on the first Sunday of each month. For more details ring 01252 718119.
 

FAMILY FUN EVENT: Easter Egg Hunt

Come and join the Easter Egg Hunt at California Dreaming. Find an egg in the park, bring it back to the café and see if you are a lucky winner. From 2pm at California Country Park, Nine Mile Ride, Finchampstead Wokingham Berks RG40 4HT. On the B3016. Costs £2 per child.  Children must be supervised. For more details ring California Dreaming Café on 0118 973 5519
 

FAMILY FUN EVENT: Easter Trail

Children’s Easter trail exploring the woodlands and heathlands at Yateley Common. Follow the trail and collect all the clues to get an Easter surprise. Come anytime between 11am and 1pm for some family fun. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. Costs £1 per child. Starts from Wyndham s Car park, Yateley Common Country Park. To book and for more details ring HCC Yateley Rangers on 01252 870425.
 

FAMILY EVENT: The Great Easter Bunny Hunt

Join in the fun where the Easter Bunny Hunt will have families finding clues, solving puzzles and claiming rewards. Afterwards you can make an Easter hat and meet the animals from the Farms to Ewe mobile farm. Arrive anytime between 11am - 3pm. Sorry no dogs. Costs £3 per child with one accompanying adult; £3 for adults visiting the farm without children. Meet in the Heathland Visitor Centre, Lightwater Country Park, The Avenue, Lightwater GU18 5RG. Organised by Surrey Heath Rangers. For further information ring 01276 707338; or visit their website.
 

WILDLIFE WALK: Tree ID Trail

Meet the Guildford BC Countryside Team at Onslow Arboretum from 12 noon to 4pm. A chance to explore the arboretum and learn how to identify the varied trees. Meet at the main entrance, Manor Road, Onslow Village, Guildford, GU2 7RN. Guildford station within 1 mile. More details on 01483 444771.
 

CHILDREN’S CRAFT: Brilliant Beetles

Discover more about the Amazing Stag Beetle, one of Bracknell’s Biodiversity Action Plan species. Make a beetle mask and other beetle crafts and take away a beetle bucket. Best suited for 5-11 year olds. Costs £3.50 for materials. From 2-4pm at the Pavilion, Westmorland Drive, Warfield RG 42 3QP. Pre-booking essential. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers ring 01344 354400/354441.
 

FOR THE CHILDREN: Easter Treasure Trail at Lily Hill Park

A trail of clues will need all your detective powers to unriddle. If you are really wise you may find a prize! Best suited for 5 years +. Cost £2 for materials. Time: 2pm-4pm. Meet: North car park , off Lily Hill Road, Pre-booking essential. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers ring 01344 354400/354441.Bracknell, RG12 2RX.
 

WILDLIFE WALK: Reptiles on Yateley

Join Ranger Ian Stoneman looking for reptiles, such as Adder, Grass Snake, Slow Worm and Common Lizard. Subject to weather and interest. From 11am to 12.30pm approx. Free but please book your place. Meet at Wyndhams Pond car park, Cricket Hill Lane, Yateley. Grid ref:  SU 822 596. Organised by HCC Yateley Rangers. Tel: 01252 870425.
 

WILDLIFE WALK: A Spring Bird Walk on Puttenham Common

A 3 mile public walk has been organised by the Guildford & District RSPB Group to see springtime birds on Puttenham Common. Meet at 8.30pm for about 3 hours. From Puttenham Church turn left by the pub and after 2 miles park in the second car park on the right, just before the tarn and crossroads. Grid ref: SU Grid ref: 913 457. More details from Paul Edis on 01483 564530.
 

WALK: Friend’s of Lavell’s Lake Bird Walk

Lavell’s Lake is rich in bird life, which is attracted to the reed beds, shallow scrapes and quiet surroundings. Two hides are available for viewing. On the second Sunday of every month join the Friends of Lavell’s Lake for a walk around the Park from 9am-12 noon. Members free, donation of £1 for non-members. Meet at Sandfords Lane car park opp. Black Swan Sailing Club, Dinton Pastures Country Park, Davis Street, Hurst, Berks RG10 0TH.
 

WALK: The Countryside in Spring - Caesar’s Camp & The Redoubts

One of a series of regular mid-week walks, today is a  ‘moderate’ walk, which will cover up to 6 miles and take about 2½ hours. Meet for a 10.30am start at The Look Out, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell RG12 7QW. Grid ref: 878 661 . For more information please call the Bracknell Forest Rights of Way Ranger on 07776 160812.
 

TALK & WALK: Migratory Birds

Which Surrey birds migrate and why? This talk will also show the routes birds take and their over-wintering grounds. The talk is followed by a walk to look at the early arrivals. Meet from 10am to 1pm at Brookwood Village Hall, Brookwood near Woking. Parking available on site. Event run by Pete Bickford, Basingstoke Canal Ranger. Advance booking essential on 01483 795475, cost £15. Bus route 8 100m and Brookwood station 400m. Organised by Surrey Wildlife Trust. www.surreywildlifetrust.org.uk
 

HEALTH WALK: Woods and Lakes:

Get active and keep fit on this regular monthly walk, covering 3 miles at a steady 3mph with a Bracknell Forest Ranger. Meet for a 10am start at Ambarrow Court car park, A321 Wokingham Rd, Sandhurst, GU47 8JB For more information visit their website.
 

CHILDREN’S CRAFT: Love Birds

Discover the detective skills you need for watching birds in the outdoorsd, then have a go at making your own bird feeders and other fun bird crafts. Best suited for 5-11 year old. Costs £3.50 for materials. Please bring a cardboard milk or juice carton and binoculars if you have them. Time: 2pm- 4pm.  Meet: Farley Wood Centre car park, off Turnpike Road, Amen Corner, RG42 1FW. Pre-booking essential. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers ring 01344 354400/354441.
 

SURVEY: Night-time Newt Hunt (Part 1)

Join our Biodiversity Officer to set up a pond survey and investigate the secret world of amphibians and other pond life. Suitable for families and adults. Please bring a torch and wear suitable outdoor footwear. From 8-9pm. Meet at South Hill Park Arts Centre car park, Ringmead RG12 7PA. Pre-booking essential. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers ring 01344 354400/354441.
 

FAMILY FUN: Wild Walk & Woodland Shelter Building

Enjoy a family woodland adventure at Ambarrow Court, learn more about trees and plants and build a shelter using natural materials. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. 10am - 12 noon. Meet at Ambarrow Court car park, A321 Wokingham Rd, Sandhurst, GU47 8JB Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers. Ring 01344 354400/354441 for more information.
 

COURSE: Basket Making

Learn how to use traditional English basket making techniques to make baskets that are robust, functional, unique and very beautiful. Suitable for beginners. Advanced students may choose their own project. Tutor: Christine Brewster, basket maker. Cost: £60 (includes all materials and refreshments). Course will be held in the Loddon Room, Dinton Pastures Country Park. Time: 10am to 4pm. Booking essential. Contact: Christine (0118) 966 2250 or visit the website.
 

WALK: Wildflowers in Bracknell

Join a walk looking at the Spring wildflowers in Northerams Wood Local Nature Reserve and then in Easthampstead Churchyard, Bracknell. From 2 -4.30pm. Pre-booking essential. Meet in the car park in Ringmead, Great Hollands opposite Wheatley. The party will then drive on to the church car park next to Easthampstead Parish Church RG12 8FU. Woodland paths with uneven surfaces. Some uneven ground. May be muddy if wet. Suitable footwear necessary. Refreshments at end of afternoon. No dogs. Suitable for children 12+ and people with limited mobility. Organised by Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust. For more details contact David Lloyd. Tel: 01344 485391 or viosit the website. This is one of a series of four Wildflower Walks in Bracknell. Other dates are 8th June, 23rd June, 8th August.
 

WORKSHOP: Bird Identification

This indoor evening is aimed at helping you identify some of the birds found in your garden and the Blackwater Valley in Spring. The birds will be singing outside now so come and join us to identify which ones you hear and whether they are resident or migrants from many miles away. Pictures and song will be used to help you identify the birds. Starts at 7.30 pm at the Canal Centre Mytchett. Organised by the Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust, entrance is free to members, nominal charge to non-members (refundable on joining). Refreshments available.  Please book your place by ringing 01252 331353.
 

WALK: Heathland Bird Walk at Bourley Long Valley

oin reserves officer Mike Morton for a guided walk through the network of heaths managed by the Trust’s Grazing Project. Find out about the birds and the work to conserve them. NOTE: This event is on an MOD training area and may be cancelled at short notice. Starts at 8am at the car park for Velmead Common on the Aldershot Road. Grid ref: SU 826 528. Pre-booking required. For further details and to book a place please ring Mike on 07786 678604 so that you can be contacted in case the event is cancelled or visit the website. Organised by Hampshire Wildlife Trust. 
 

TALK: Star Gazing

Are you fascinated by the night sky? The Reading Astronomical Society holds a regular series of basic astronomy talks. Advice on using telescopes always available. Cost: Free. Time: 7pm. Meet: Loddon Room, Dinton Pastures Country Park. For more information contact Gerry Bond (0118) 986 4032 or email
 

WALK: Dawn Chorus and Farm Walk

An early morning farmland walk in the Bourne Valley, North Hampshire, with frequent stops to listen to the birds, followed by a locally produced breakfast back at the farm. Starts at sunrise, exact time and place will be given on booking. Pre-booking essential. Costs £5 per head including breakfast. For more details ring Liz Allinson on 07970 564538 or visit their website. Organised by Hampshire Wildlife Trust.
 

WALK: Guided Walk Around Nores Hill Woods:

Wokingham Countryside Service has recently taken ownership of this eight hectare ancient woodland and parkland site, home to a wide range of wildflowers. Formerly part of Windsor Great Park there are still a number of veteran Oaks as well as the rare Wild Service Tree. The site is just north-east of M4 junction 11. Find out more on this special guided walk starting at 2pm. Free but please book in advance. Wokingham Countryside Service. Tel: 0118 934 2016. Email or visit their website
 

WILDLIFE WALK: Spring Wildlife Walk Lavells Lake & Dinton Pasture

A spring walk to enjoy early wildflowers and birds from 7-9pm. We are also hoping to hear nightingales. Suitable for people with limited mobility. We will cover about 2 miles over easy terrain. Wear suitable footwear Bring binoculars. No dogs. Children 14yrs+ welcome.  Pre-booking essential. Meet in the car park in Sandford Lane, nr Hurst, Berks RG10 0SU. Grid Ref:  SU 787 727. For more details ring David Lloyd on 01344 485391 or visit their website. Organised by Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust.