Events - June 2009  

WALK: Orchid Walk

An evening walk led by Tony Mundell, to look at orchids around North Warnborough Greens. Time: 7pm. Meet at the Jolly Miller pub car park, Hook Road, North Warnborough. (Map ref: SU 733 519) Suggested donation £1.50 per person. Organised by Hampshire Wildlife Trust. For further information please contact Peter Vaughan on 01256 764225 or 07905 906914..
 

WALK: A Date With Nature

Join the Wokingham and Bracknell branch of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds on a monthly walk around Dinton Pastures Country Park. Children under 18 must be accompanied. Time 9am – 12.30pm. Meet on the First Saturday of every month in the main car park at Dinton Pastures Country Park.  Cost £1, children free (proceeds to RSPB).
 

WALK: A Summer Stroll at Lily Hill Park

Join the Lily Hill Park team on a guided walk through the Park and see what delights the site has to offer at this time of year. Meet at the North car park, Lily Hill Road, Bracknell RG16 2RX. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers. Ring 01344 354400/354441 for more details.
 

WALK: The Countryside in Summer - Crowthorne & Sandhurst

One of a series of regular mid-week walks, today it is as  ‘All day’ walk, which will cover up to 10-14 miles returning by 4pm at the latest. Meet at 10.30am at the Look Out Discovery Centre, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell. Map ref: SU 827 661. For more information please call the Bracknell Forest Rights of Way Ranger on 07776 160812.Bring your own food and drink.
 

HEALTH WALK: Green Woods and Lanes

Get active and keep fit on this regular monthly walk, covering 3 miles at a steady 3mph with a Bracknell Forest Ranger. This month the walk will start from Westmorland Park car park, Westmorland Drive, Warfield RG42 3QP.   Ring 01344 354400/354441 for more details.
 

WALK: So you think you know - Triggs Length!

Mee the new National Trust River Wey lengthsman managing Triggs Length and tell him your stories of the area, any details of flora and fauna or how things used to be. Meet at Triggs Lock at 11am for a short walk. Details from National Trust, ring 01483 561389, email: riverwey@nationaltrust.org.uk  or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk
 

WALK: Lavell’s Lake Bird Walk

Lavell’s Lake is rich in bird life, which is attracted to the now much extended reedbeds, shallow scrapes and quiet surroundings. The new Bittern Hide offers extensive seating and standing room overlooking Tern Scrape whilst Teal Hide offers great views over the scrape and a fine Sand Martin Wall.  Meet at 9am at Sandfords Lane car park opp. Black Swan Sailing Club, Dinton Pastures Country Park, Davis Street, Hurst, Berks RG10 0TH.  Donation of £1 appreciated and goes towards conservation management and winter bird food. Contact Wokingham  Borough Council Countryside Service  0118 9342016. email: countryside@wokingham.gov.uk
 

WALK: Nightjar Evening Walk around Castle Bottom

Join Ian Stoneman, Senior Wildlife Ranger, from 8pm – 10pm, for an evening walk to see and hear nightjars at Castle Bottom National Nature Reserve. From the A30 take the A327 north towards Eversley, then take the first right onto Coopers Hill which is the B3016, and the Reserve main gate is past the quarry and Forestry Commission gates on the right. Park inside the gate. (Map ref: SU 790 598). Organised by Hampshire Wildlife Trust. For further information contact Peter Vaughan on 01256 764225. Suggested donation £1.50 per person.
 

CYCLE RIDE: Ride & Seek from The Look Out Discovery Centre

As part of National Bike Week enjoy a 6-mile ranger-guided family bike ride exploring the cycle ways and green parks of Bracknell Forest. The route will include some gradients and road crossings. Bring a roadworthy bicycle, helmet and refreshments. Starts at 10.30am. Meet at The Look Out Discovery Centre entrance, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell, RG12 7QW. Booking required on 01344 354400 / 354441. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers.
 

WALK: Stepping Out on the Summer Solstice at Frost Folly

A family-friendly walk through the history and footpaths of Warfield. Suitable for families and big wheeled pushchairs. Starts at 2.30pm and should last about 2 hours. Meet at Frost Folly car park, Wellers Lane, Warfield. Map ref: SU 874 726. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers ring 01344 354400 / 354441 for more details.
 

WALK: Nightjar Walk to Caesar’s Camp

Join Bracknell Forest Rangers and the Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) to listen out and look for nightjars, including a 4 mile walk. Suitable for adults and families. Time: 8.30pm – 11pm. Please wear suitable footwear and bring a torch. Meet: at  The Look Out Discovery Centre entrance, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell, RG12 7QW. Booking required on 01344 354400 / 354441.
 

TALK: Star Gazing

Are you fascinated by the night sky? The Reading Astronomical Society holds a regular series of informal beginners’ talks starting at 7pm on the fourth Saturday of the month (except July & August) at the Loddon Room, Dinton Pastures Country Park, Davis Street, Hurst, Berks RG10 0TH. Free. For further information contact Gerry Bond on 0118 986 4032 www.ryhill.net/beginners.rtf
 

FOR FAMILIES: Nocturnal Wonders - Glow worms & Bats

Come and see bats in a flying frenzy and learn how to identify them with the help of a bat detector, then join in the search for one of our most fascinating and illuminating insect the Glow worm. Suitable for ages eight and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear sturdy shoes and suitable clothing. 9.30pm-11pm. Meet in the main car park, California Country Park, off Nine Mile Road, Finchampstead. Cost £3, please book in advance by calling 0118 934 2016 or emailing countryside@wokingham.gov.uk
 

WALK: Butterflies at Bartley Heath

A chance to see butterflies at their peak season on this walk around Bartley Heath reserve led by Peter Vaughan. From 10.30am – 12.30pm Wear stout footwear as the ground is uneven in places. Meet at Bartley Heath Hampshire Wildlife Trust Reserve, parking in the reserve car park off the B3349 (Map ref: SU 726 533). For further information contact Peter Vaughan on 01256 764225. Suggested donation £1.50 per person.
 

• Event organised by Blackwater Valley Countryside Partnership