The Plight of the Turtle Dove – a talk by Mike Anderson-Brown

26 September, 2024 @ 7:00pm – 9:00pm – Numbers of this once iconic summer visitor to the UK have declined by 99% since the 1960s. None have bred at Paxton Pits for several years and they are rarely seen on the Reserve. The talk will discuss reasons for this loss, as well as potential actions to reverse it. Refreshments available. doors open at […]

Fungus Day – guided walks

5 October, 2024 @ 10:30am – Learn more about fascinating fungi. Join us for guided walks at 10.30 and 1.30, led by Alan Robbins of the Hunts Fungus Group. Free for all, donations welcome.

Guided Third Thursday Walk

17 October, 2024 @ 10:30am – 12:00pm – Explore Paxton Pits Nature Reserve with experienced local experts. The route taken will depend on the time of year and conditions underfoot, but will be designed to show you the best of what the Reserve has to offer. This is an informal, family-friendly walk. Meet at the Visitor Centre.  Cost £3 per person

Wetland Birds Survey (WeBS)

20 October, 2024 @ 8:45am – An invitation to join the wildfowl (WeBS) survey team.  A walk along the Heron Trail to Kingfisher Hide with several survey stops along the way. For more information contact Martin on 07773 213741. Meet at the Visitor Centre car park.

Wetland Birds Survey (WeBS)

17 November, 2024 @ 8:45am – An invitation to join the wildfowl (WeBS) survey team.  A walk along the Heron Trail to Kingfisher Hide with several survey stops along the way. For more information contact Martin on 07773 213741. Meet at the Visitor Centre car park.