Return of the dawn chorus
Our native songbirds have started singing again.
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The dawn chorus: What is it and where can you hear it?
It's International Dawn Chorus Day on Sunday 3 May. Celebrate by visiting a nature reserve.
Abberton events
Explore wildlife events, seasonal activities, crafts and outdoor experiences designed for children, families and adults.
Bat events
Bat events in Essex offer guided walks, bat watching and expert-led wildlife experiences using bat detectors at dusk.
Family events
Make this summer one to remember with family-friendly events across Essex Wildlife Trust's nature reserves and Nature Discovery Centres.
Local group events
Local group events
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
Nightingales return to Fingringhoe Wick
Listen to the melodic sounds of nightingales as they return to Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park.
Badger events sign up
Sign up and be the first to hear about next year's badger watching events.
Events at Warley Place
Experience the Spring Bulb Spectacular at Warley Place, where daffodils, crocuses, snowdrops, and bluebells burst into bloom.
5,000+ winter birds counted at Fingringhoe Wick
Each winter, thousands of coastal birds flock to Margaret’s Hide at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park.