The Friends of Paxton Pits Nature Reserve organises activities and events to help raise awareness of the Reserve. These include monthly guided walks, talks on a wide range of wildlife topics and surveys of the reserve. Events are free and open to all unless otherwise stated.
Please phone if you have any special needs, in particular, regarding the use of wheelchairs and pushchairs. (Visitors’ Centre: 01480 406795)
Visitors are advised to wear suitable clothing for outdoor events with strong boots or shoes, and hats in the summer sun.
The Insects of Paxton Pits
4 March, 2020
An illustrated talk by Keith Porter.
Keith is an entomologist who has recently retired from Natural England. His interest in insects led to a doctorate, post-doctoral studies and then 32 years in nature conservation. He will talk about the last 25 years of recording insects on the Reserve, and explore which habitats are most important.
£2.50 per person, pay at the door