Bonkers for conkers
Autumn brings with it treasures, wrapped up in a lovely spikey shell. Find out more about conkers.
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European hedgehog
These beloved spiny mammals come out at night to hoover up beetles, worms and other invertebrates.
Homemade hedgehog hideaways
One of the easiest ways to help your neighbourhood hedgehogs is to create a homemade hedgehog hideaway for your garden.
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.
Make a hedgehog footprint tunnel
Find out if you have hedgehog visitors by making a hedgehog footprint tunnel.
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
Create a leaf hedgehog for autumn
Create your own hedgehog out of leaves for autumn.
Badger events sign up
Sign up and be the first to hear about next year's badger watching events.