Abberton events
Explore wildlife events, seasonal activities, crafts and outdoor experiences designed for children, families and adults.
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Belfair events
Enjoy woodland walks, hands-on activities and more at Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre.
Hanningfield events
Connect with nature at Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Centre
Family events
Make this summer one to remember with family-friendly events across Essex Wildlife Trust's nature reserves and Nature Discovery Centres.
Grange Farm events
Discover local wildlife, estuary views and outdoor adventures near Colchester.
Bat events
Bat events in Essex offer guided walks, bat watching and expert-led wildlife experiences using bat detectors at dusk.
Belfairs Butterflies
Celebrate a special occasion or the life of a loved one with a commemorative butterfly.
A summer of butterfly seeking
Birdwatcher and nature enthusiast, Alan Last, added butterfly seeking to his summer agenda this year. Reporting over 1,500 individuals from June to September, Alan tells us about his experience…
Local group events
Local group events
Bewildering butterflies
Struggling to tell between small and large whites? Can't get your head around holly blues and common blues? Our butterfly guide can help.
Thameside Bugs and Butterflies
Summer holiday exploration with a hands-on bug hunting adventure through woodland and meadow
Belfairs Bugs and Butterflies
A wild summer holiday adventure through the long grass with our sweep nets and bug hunting kits