Butterfly and Dragonfly transect surveys

21 June, 2025 @ 11:00am – 3:30pm – Join us on our next butterfly and dragonfly survey. Most of the summer butterflies should be flying by now, including meadow browns, ringlets and the golden skippers. Dragonflies should also be abundant. The surveys will start from the visitor centre at 11.00 and 1.30. This is a friendly group of members. If you are interested […]

Guided Walk – Flowers

28 June, 2025 @ 10:00am – 12:00pm – This month’s walk will be focusing on the wonderful variety of plants found on the reserve. The walk will begin at 10:00am at the Visitor Centre and last approximately 2 hours. Come along to enjoy the benefits of being out in nature and appreciate the amazing variety of habitats and wildlife Paxton Pits Nature Reserve has […]

Wildlife Survey Group – Dodder Fen

5 July, 2025 @ 9:30am – 12:30pm – The Wildlife Survey Group will be exploring Dodder Fen this morning, looking for the plants and animals that live there. This is a friendly group of members. If you are interested in coming along, please contact friends@paxton-pits.org.uk for more information. You do not need to be an expert to join us. You can find our full survey […]

Friends of Paxton Pits 30th Anniversary Open Day

6 July, 2025 @ 10:00am – 4:00pm – Please join us to celebrate the Friends’ 30th anniversary and to enjoy the nature reserve that we all know and care for. Experts across the reserve helping spot wildlife Children’s treasure hunt Local artist demonstration Wildlife photography display and advice Pond life under the microscope The Friends’ photos over the years and how you can […]