1 January, 2026 @ 10:30am – This walk is open to everyone and will be led by two knowledgeable and experienced leaders. Alan Garner will be looking for the many varieties of birds that the reserve has to offer.  Ann Miles will be focussing on plants, as part of the Botanical Society’s New Year Plant Hunt. Come  along and start the […]

5 February, 2026 @ 7:00pm – A talk by Andrew Stanbury Andrew will explain what his role involves and how data is crucial in informing reports to support the conservation and protection of our most endangered birds. Collating the data from the Big Garden Birdwatch is one of Andrew’s responsibilities and he will be happy to answer any questions regarding current […]

21 February, 2026 @ 10:30am – This month’s walk will be led by Mike Thomas and will focus on Tree Identification. Whilst on our walk, we will be taking a look at some of the tree species found at Paxton Pits, as well as enjoying other winter wildlife. The walk will begin at 10:30am at the Visitor Centre and will last […]

21 March, 2026 @ 10:30am – This is a friendly walk led by local experts, this month they will be looking at signs of Spring. Come along to enjoy the benefits of being out in nature and appreciate the the amazing variety of habitats and wildlife Paxton Pits Nature Reserve has to offer. The walk will begin at 10:30am at the […]

28 March, 2026 @ 9:30am – 12:30pm – The Wildlife Survey Group will be walking around the reserve this morning, looking for the first signs of Spring wildlife. 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 […]