Reserves and species

Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 15:06

Bats

Date / Time
Start date: 
Fri, 2015-03-13 19:30 - 21:00
Summary: 
Some people love them -others don't. Come and learn about the species of bats to be found locally and different ways in which they live. A talk by Sarah Parkin from the Cumberland Bat Group.

Recommended donation £2.00 for adults.

Organised by the Penrith and Ullswater Local Support Group

 
Booking details
Booking required?: 
No
Admission charge: 
Yes
Admission details: 
Recommended donation of £2.00 for adults
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Howard Simpson
Contact number: 
01768 371040
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
No
Category: 
4
Event type: 
Event
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Walk difficulty: 
MODERATE
Walk duration: 
1
Walk distance: 
1
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
Suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Suitable for wheelchair users
Location
Location reference: 
131442
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Address
Location: 
Penrith United Reform Church
County: 
Cumbria
Postcode: 
CA11 7UW
Town: 
Penrith
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 14:24

Linking the Landscape – Bluebells & Butterflies at Bowdown Woods

Date / Time
Start date: 
Mon, 2015-05-04 10:00 - 12:00
Summary: 
Join Project Officer, Roger Stace, for a gentle stroll on bank holiday Monday, enjoying the spring beauty of this peaceful nature reserve. BOOKING ESSENTIAL

See Bowdown at its best with BBOWT’s Linking the Landscape Conservation Officer. The Bluebells make a stunning show along with a wealth of other plants and flowers. If it’s a sunny day we may see butterflies, such as the Orange Tip and Red Admiral.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
Yes
Admission charge: 
Yes
Admission details: 
£3 donation
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Roger Stace
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
No
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
People with limited mobility please contact organiser in advance
Wheelchair: 
Wheelchair users please contact organiser in advance
Dogs: 
Yes - Assistance dogs only
What to bring?: 
Some stretches of the route can be muddy. Walking boots or sturdy footwear are best. If you have a pair of binoculars, it might be good to bring them.
Location
Location reference: 
67152
Trust: 
Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust
Meeting place: 
Bomb Site Car park, off Bury's Bank road. RG19 8DB Grid Ref: SU 507 165
Address
Location: 
Bowdown Woods
County: 
Berkshire
Postcode: 
RG19 8DB
Grid ref: 
SU507654
Town: 
2 1/2 miles south-east of Newbury
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 13:56

Brown Robin Nature Reserve Early Spring Ramble

Date / Time
Start date: 
Sun, 2015-03-08 10:00 - 12:00
Summary: 
Join Brown Robin Honorary Reserve Manager, Tony Saunders to see the first birds of spring returning to the nature reserve, including potential sightings of Hawfinches

This walk will take in the woods and grasslands and is 2 miles on good paths.

Booking is required. Call 01539 816300 or mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk to reserve a place.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
Yes
Admission charge: 
No
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Contact number: 
01539 816300
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
Yes
Category: 
4
Event type: 
Walk
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Walk difficulty: 
LEISURELY
Walk duration: 
2
Walk distance: 
2
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
Not suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Not suitable for wheelchair users
Dogs: 
Yes – Dogs on lead welcome
Location
Location reference: 
83268
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Meeting place: 
Meet in the car park of the Cumbria Grand Hotel
Address
Location: 
Brown Robin
County: 
Cumbria
Grid ref: 
SD 411 791
Town: 
Grange over Sands
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 13:48

Conservation work party at Dubbs Moss Nature Reserve

Date / Time
Start date: 
Fri, 2015-03-06 10:00 - 15:30
Summary: 
Come along to Dubbs Moss and help us restore the species-rich grassland by reducing the amount of scrub that is encroaching on these important areas.

It's wet, so wellies are a must! Please wear outdoor clothing and bring a packed lunch. Children under 16 years of age are welcome if accompanied by an adult.

Booking required.  Call 01539 816300 or mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk to reserve your place.

 

Booking details
Booking required?: 
Yes
Admission charge: 
No
Audience: 
Adults
Contact name: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Contact number: 
01539 816300
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
Yes
Category: 
4
Event type: 
Volunteering
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
Yes
Suitable for: 18+: 
Yes
Other details
Mobility: 
Not suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Not suitable for wheelchair users
What to bring?: 
It's wet, so wellies are a must! Please wear outdoor clothing and bring a packed lunch.
Location
Location reference: 
169179
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Meeting place: 
Meet in the Cafe car park
Address
Location: 
Wellington Farm Cafe and Tea Rooms
County: 
Cumbria
Postcode: 
CA13 0QU
Grid ref: 
NY 108 295
Town: 
Cockermouth
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 13:37

In Sickness and in Health: Trees and their troubles in Cumbria

Date / Time
Start date: 
Mon, 2015-03-02 14:30 - 16:00
Summary: 
Silviculturalist,Ted Wilson, will talk about diseases affecting trees in Cumbria, including ash, juniper and larch. He will give advice in how to recognise ash dieback disease and what we should do about it.

Recommended donation £3.00 (including refreshments)

Organised by the Upper Eden Local Support Group.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
No
Admission charge: 
Yes
Admission details: 
Recommended donation of £3 for adults (includes refreshments)
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Margaret Albon
Contact number: 
01768 371040
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
No
Category: 
4
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
Suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Suitable for wheelchair users
Location
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Address
Location: 
Friends Meeting House
County: 
Cumbria
Postcode: 
CA17 4SH
Grid ref: 
NY 774 083
Town: 
Kirkby Stephen
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 13:23

Conservation Work Party at Hutton Roof Crags Nature Reserve- Lancelot Clark Storth

Date / Time
Start date: 
Sat, 2015-02-28 10:30 - 15:30
Summary: 
We will be clearing scrub to maintain an open ride for invertebrates including rare fritillary butterflies and the Northern brown argus. Management also helps to keep the footpath open for public access. The task will involve brash burning and coppicing of trees.

Accompanied children under 16 years of age are welcome.

Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear.  Gloves and strong boots essential. Bring a packed lunch.

Booking is required. Call 01539 816300 or mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk to reserve a place.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
Yes
Admission charge: 
No
Audience: 
Adults
Contact name: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Contact number: 
01539 816300
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
Yes
Category: 
4
Event type: 
Volunteering
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
No
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
Yes
Suitable for: 18+: 
Yes
Other details
Mobility: 
Not suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Not suitable for wheelchair users
What to bring?: 
Wear suitable outdoor clothing and bring gloves and a packed lunch.
Location
Location reference: 
83282
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Meeting place: 
Meet at the Clawthorpe Road layby. GR: SD 543 783
Address
Location: 
Hutton Roof Crags
County: 
Cumbria
Grid ref: 
SD 548 776
Town: 
Burton in Kendal
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 13:22

Dippers

Date / Time
Start date: 
Wed, 2015-02-25 19:30 - 21:15
Summary: 
Expert ornithologist Peter Mawby has been studying dippers over many years and has detailed knowledge of their presence in our local area.

Recommended donation £2.00 (includes refreshments)

Organised by Sedbergh Local Support Group.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
No
Admission charge: 
Yes
Admission details: 
Recommended donation of £2.00 for adults (includes refreshments)
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Jackie Hooley
Contact number: 
01539 622067
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
No
Category: 
4
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
Suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Suitable for wheelchair users
Location
Location reference: 
169095
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Address
Location: 
Sedbergh People's Hall
County: 
Cumbria
Postcode: 
LA10 5DQ
Grid ref: 
SD 656 922
Town: 
Sedbergh
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 13:17

A Natural History of Bird Behaviour

Date / Time
Start date: 
Wed, 2015-02-25 19:30 - 21:00
Summary: 
Christopher Ward AFIAP is an accomplished wildlife photographer and naturalist who has lectured throughout the north west of England.

Recommended donation of £2.00 (including refreshments)

Organised by the West Coast Local Support Group.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
No
Admission charge: 
Yes
Admission details: 
Recommended donation of £2.00 for adults (includes refreshments)
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Rosemary Hutt
Contact number: 
01946 728737
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
No
Category: 
4
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
Suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Suitable for wheelchair users
Location
Location reference: 
131402
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Address
Location: 
Gosforth Methodist Church Rooms
County: 
Cumbria
Postcode: 
CA20 1AS
Town: 
Seascale
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 13:08

Conserving our Red Squirrels

Date / Time
Start date: 
Wed, 2015-02-25 19:30 - 21:00
Summary: 
Simon O'Hare, Project Officer for re Squirrels Northern England, will give an illustrated talk on the red squirrel project.

Recommended donation £2.00 for adults.

Organised by Kirkby Lonsdale Local Support Group.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
No
Admission charge: 
Yes
Admission details: 
Recommended donation of £2.00 for adults
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Roger Neale
Contact number: 
01524 241155
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
No
Category: 
4
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
Suitable for people with limited mobility
Wheelchair: 
Suitable for wheelchair users
Location
Location reference: 
151892
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Address
Location: 
Kirkby Lonsdale Institute
County: 
Cumbria
Postcode: 
LA6 2BG
Town: 
Kirkby Lonsdale
Posted by Anonymous
2014-12-02 12:56

South Walney Nature Reserve Coastal Walk - This Event has been Cancelled

Date / Time
Start date: 
Sat, 2015-02-21 11:30 - 13:30
Summary: 

Due to expectant high tides on the day access to South Walney will not be possible.

Booking details
Booking required?: 
Yes
Admission charge: 
Yes
Admission details: 
Free event but donations welcome.
Audience: 
All
Contact name: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Contact number: 
01539 816300
Contact email: 
mail@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Fully booked: 
No
Cancelled: 
No
BBC
Include in BBC: 
Yes
Event type: 
Walk
Project ID: 
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter watch
Walk difficulty: 
LEISURELY
Walk duration: 
2
Walk distance: 
3
Suitable for
Suitable for: Any age: 
Yes
Suitable for: 0-4: 
No
Suitable for: 5-6: 
No
Suitable for: 7-10: 
No
Suitable for: 11-13: 
No
Suitable for: 14-15: 
No
Suitable for: 16-17: 
No
Suitable for: 18+: 
No
Other details
Mobility: 
People with limited mobility please contact organiser in advance
Wheelchair: 
Wheelchair users please contact organiser in advance
Location
Location reference: 
83292
Trust: 
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Meeting place: 
Meet at the reserve car park.
Address
Location: 
South Walney
County: 
Cumbria
Grid ref: 
SD 225 620
Town: 
Barrow in Furness