Turtle dove
The turtle dove is the UK's fastest declining bird species and is on the brink of extinction. A small and pretty pigeon, it breeds in lowland England and winters in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Leatherback turtle
A giant of the sea turtle world, leatherback turtles are ocean wanderers searching the seas for jellyfish. Unlike other sea turtles, leatherback turtles don’t mind the cold! This means they can…
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
Badger events sign up
Sign up and be the first to hear about next year's badger watching events.
60th Anniversary Events
To celebrate the Trust 60th Anniversary we organising a selection of one special events.
Events at Warley Place
Experience the Spring Bulb Spectacular at Warley Place, where daffodils, crocuses, snowdrops, and bluebells burst into bloom.
Grange Farm events
Discover local wildlife, estuary views and outdoor adventures near Colchester.