View our upcoming events for February 2012
Sat 4th Feb 2012 10:00-14:00 Willow Weaving Course 4th Feb 2012 Come along and learn the art of willow weaving starting off by building your very own obelisk. Make your garden stand out. £60 for a 4 day course. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Sat 11th Feb 2012 10:00-15:00 Garden Bird Weekend NEST BOX MAKING NEST BOX MAKING on Saturday 11th February Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre Tue 14th Feb 2012 10:00-14:00 Family Fishing 14th Feb 2012 Come along and learn the art of fishing. All equipment is provided. Over 12 will need a day licence from the post office. £5 per person fishing. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Wed 15th Feb 2012 10:45-12:30 Snowdrop Walks Guided Walks at Warley Place Reserve, CM13 3HU. Meet at 10.45am For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve Thu 16th Feb 2012 10:00-11:00 Creative Clay Come along and create your own clay model, lots of fun for all, meesy hands welcome. £5.00 donation per child. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 13:30-15:00 TShirts Bring a plain white t-shirt along and we will provide everything you need to design your own unique wildlife t-shirt. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Fri 17th Feb 2012 19:00-22:45 Astronomy Night Come and learn all about the night sky, see how to find the constellations and planets and how to use our telecope. £5.00 donation per person. BOOKING ESSENTIAL Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Sat 18th Feb 2012 11:00-13:00 Winter Trail Come along and see what you can find on our winter walk. Seek out the trail and wildlife. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Sun 19th Feb 2012 10:30-12:30 Bushcraft Babies Learn how to create shelter, build a fire, cook some tasty treats for the children and enjoy fireside activities. Suitable for children aged 4 years and over. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 10:45-12:30 Snowdrop Walks at Warley Place Guided Walks at Warley Place Reserve, CM13 3HU. Meet at 10.45am For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve Sat 25th Feb 2012 10:00-14:00 Willow Weaving Course 25th Feb 2012 Come along and learn the art of willow weaving starting off by building your very own obelisk. Make your garden stand out this summer. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. £60 for 4 day course. For more information or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Sun 26th Feb 2012 10:00-12:00 Nest Box Challenge Can you make a useable nest box? Come along and find out. We provide all of the equipment needed. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Tue 28th Feb 2012 14:00-16:00 Afternoon Tea at the 'Res' Come and join us for afternoon tea at the reservoir. In this coffee afternoon we will be promoting fair-trade products as part of fair-trade fortnight. The plan is to make this a regular event giving people a chance to come along in an informal, relaxed atmosphere and meet other like minded folk for a good natter! You, and your ideas on how we can make this afternoon work as a regular event at Hanningfield, are extremely welcome! £1 donation (tea and biscuits included). Fri 2nd Mar 2012 10:00-12:00 Jewellery Making Course Join us for this friendly four week course, and learn how to make your own jewellery from beads, wire and more. Every Friday morning from 2nd March to 23rd March. Donation £30 per person (Some materials supplied but please bring your own beads, etc if you wish). LocationLangdon Visitor Centre
Sat 3rd Mar 2012 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Open Weekend The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 10:00-16:00 Spring is in the air Guided Bird Identification Walks - Optic Advice and Sales by professional bird tour leaders. This joint event with Essex Wildlife Trust and local bird tour company Swallow Birding is designed to bring you the best of bird watching. Join a guided walk or come and visit the centre for a warming drink or advice on binoculars and telescopes. A great chance to try before you buy. No booking is required. Suggested entry donation £2.00 Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
10:00-16:00 Volunteer open day Thinking about volunteering? Like to find out more? Join us for a friendly chat over a free cup of tea or coffee to discover the opportunities at Langdon Nature Reserve and how you can get involved. 19:00-23:45 Badger Boogie Dance Swing Jive Lindy Balboa Rock n Roll Stroll. At Silver End Village Hall, The Broadway, Silver End, Nr Witham, CM8 3RQ. DJs Texas Tommy & Lookout Lance. 7.00pm Free 1-hour Dance Class for Swing Jive and Stroll. 8.00pm to 11.45pm Dance to great swing music. Good parking - Bring your own drinks Free tea and coffee Raffle. Tickets are £8 in advance, £10 on the door, phone 01621 862960, Email admin@essexwt.org.uk Sun 4th Mar 2012 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Open Weekend The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve Wed 7th Mar 2012 19:30-22:00 Inter society Quiz Hosted by South Essex Natural History Society. Location: Milton Road Baptist Church, off London Road, Southend. For further details contact Basildon Natural History Society on 01268 491540. Sat 10th Mar 2012 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Open Weekends The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 10:30-15:00 Thames Barge Trip 1 Join us at Maldon for an interesting combination of a guided walk along the sea wall from Hythe Quay, followed by lunch on board the barge and a two-hour sail on the River Blackwater. £30 per person. Booking in advance on 01206 738172 is essential. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 11th Mar 2012 10:00-16:00 Mothers Day Cards Come along to the visitor centre between the times shown to make a card in time for Mother's Day. £1.50 per card Location Langdon Visitor Centre 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Open Weekends The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 10:30-12:30 Sensory walk and play! Join us on a fun packed trail of sensory discovery and play around the Gorge. Come along and use all of your senses, props and various games for a fun packed day. Suitable for children 4 years and over, must be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child. 10:30-15:00 Thames Barge Trip 2 Join us at Maldon for an interesting combination of a guided walk along the sea wall from Hythe Quay, followed by lunch on board the barge and a two-hour sail on the River Blackwater. £30 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre 13:30-15:30 Wild art in nature! Go wild and explore your creative side using natures materials to create your own unique piece of art work. Head out into the Gorge to collect your own materials before creating your master piece. Suitable for children of all ages, must be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child. Sat 17th Mar 2012 10:00-14:00 Willow Weaving Course 17th March 2012 Come along and learn the art of willow weaving starting off by building your very own obelisk. Make your garden stand out this summer. £60 for a 4 day course. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 10:00-17:00 Open Weekends at Warley Place The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 19:00-23:00 Barn Dance Barn Dance at Holland-on-Sea Public Hall. For more information please contact Tendring Local Group on 01255 861342. Open to non members. Refreshments and raffle. All are welcome to these events. Sun 18th Mar 2012 10:00-17:00 Open Weekends at Warley Place The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 10:30-12:30 Sensory Walk and Play Join us on a fun packed trail of sensory discovery and play. Suitable for children aged 4 years and over. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 10:30-12:30 Wild Art in Nature Go WILD and explore your creative side using natures materials to create your own unique piece of art. Suitable for children of all ages. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Sat 24th Mar 2012 10:00-17:00 Open Weekend at Warley Place The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 10:00-16:00 Photography Workshop Level 1 Know the basics Confused by aperture, shutter speed and ISO? Don't know your Program Mode from your White Balance? This one-day workshop with Daniel Bridge guides you through the basics of photography, allowing you to take full control of your camera. £40.00 per person. Adult Course Booking required Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Sun 25th Mar 2012 10:00-17:00 Open Weekend at Warley Place The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 10:00-16:00 Hen Keeping For Beginners This course is for anyone who is thinking about or who has just got some hens. The course will cover essential needs, common conditions, treatments and frequently asked questions. There will be the opportunity to practice live hen holding and hen health checks. Tea, coffee and homemade cake provided...Free range eggs of course! Please bring a packed lunch. £30.00 per person. Booking is required. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Fri 30th Mar 2012 19:30-22:00 Essex Wildlife Trust Quiz Night Join Essex Wildlife Trust for a general fun quiz night. At Marks Tey Village Hall, Old London Road, Marks Tey, Colchester, CO6 1EN. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. £21 per team, up to 6 people per team. Book now on 01621 862963 or email: maxines@essexwt.org.uk Sat 31st Mar 2012 10:00-16:00 Drop in Craft plant pots Come along to the visitor centre between the times shown to plant a seed and decorate your plant pot and stick. £1.50 per plant pot Excludes Monday 2nd April Location Langdon Visitor Centre 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Nature Reserve Open Weekends The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 14:00-16:00 All Fools Quiz On the eve of All Fools Day join us for an afternoon of entertainment with a fun bird quiz (under the scrutiny of our very own Quizmaster Barry). Open to all ages and abilities. £2 donation requested. Refreshments included. Booking in advance would be helpful. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 1st Apr 2012 0:00-23:45 Avocet Egg Watch at Two Tree Island Volunteers required. April - June. The sixth year running! No specialist skills required as guidance will be given. If you wish to volunteer, please contact Essex Wildlife Trust HQ, or the volunteer warden, Mark Bridges 01702 557971. 8:00-19:30 Thames Barge Trip 3 Join us as we set sail from Maldon for a full day's birdwatching along the River Blackwater. Fully catered trip. £50 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Nature Reserve Open Weekends The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve Mon 2nd Apr 2012 10:00-12:00 Monday Funday morning session Nature and wildlife themed activity and craft morning. Please come along dressed for doing outdoor activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. £5 donation per child. Booking and donation in advance.
13:30-15:30 Monday Funday afternoon session Nature and wildlife themed activity and craft afternoon. Please come along dressed for doing outdoor activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. £5 donation per child. Booking and payment in advance.
Tue 3rd Apr 2012 10:00-14:00 Fishing Day 3rd April 2012 Come along and learn the art of fishing. All equipment is provided. Over 12 years will need a licence from the post office. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 10:30-15:30 Wildlife Discovery Club A drop off and pick up session for children that are 8 years+ Children are fully supervised by Essex Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers. Children spend the whole day at Bedfords Park doing wildlife and nature themed activities. Takes place every Tuesday in the school holidays. £10 donation per child. Booking and donation in advance essential.
Wed 4th Apr 2012 10:00-14:00 Fishing Day 4th April 2012 Come along and learn the art of fishing. All equipment is provided. Over 12 years will need a licence from the post office. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 10:00-12:00 Caterpillar Club Activity morning for pre-school age children at Bedfords Park. Nature and wildlife themed morning with outdoor and indoor activities focused on exploring nature and the outdoors, natural play, arts and crafts. Different activities each session.
Takes place on the last Wednesday morning of every month and every Wednesday morning in the school holidays.
Please dress for doing outdoor activities as we will always aim to spend some time outdoors whatever the weather!
Feel free to bring a packed lunch to eat after the activities you are welcome to sit in the centre and eat if you dont want to have a picnic outside.
£5 donation per child. Booking and donation in advance essential
Thu 5th Apr 2012 10:00-11:30 Bug Hunting Come and join in the hunt for bugs around the gorge. We have lots of different species out there - how many will you find? Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 10:00-12:00 Easter in the Park Easter themed activity morning. £5 donation per child, nooking and donation in advance essential.
13:30-15:00 Wildlife Walk Come along and join us for our wildlife walk around the Gorge and see what is out and about down there. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Fri 6th Apr 2012 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Nature Reserve Open Weekend The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve Sat 7th Apr 2012 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Nature Reserve Open Weekend The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 12:00-14:00 Easter Weekend 7th and 8th April 2012 Lots of fun and games around the Gorge. Come and meet the Easter Bunny and receive your free Easter egg. Wellie throwing, egg and spoon race, coconut shy, egg hunt and much more. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Sun 8th Apr 2012 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Nature Reserve Open Weekend The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve Mon 9th Apr 2012 10:00-17:00 Warley Place Nature Reserve Open Weekend The Reserve will be open to the public every weekend between the Sat 3 Mar to Mon 9 Apr, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, from 10.00am 5.00pm daily, weather permitting. CM13 3HU (no toilets on site). For more information please contact Brentwood & Billericay Local Group on 01277 355541. Location Warley Place Nature Reserve 11:00-16:00 Fabulous Fingringhoe Annual Easter Monday family funday!! Lots of fun for all including: springtime trail, make and take, art exhibition, panning for gems, marine themed games, optic sales, home made refreshments and much, much more. No need to book, just come along and have fun!! Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Tue 10th Apr 2012 10:00-16:00 Drop in Trail wildabout water Come along to the visitor centre between the times shown to take part in our free trail on a wildabout water theme. FREE Location Langdon Visitor Centre 10:00-16:00 Drop in craft rafts Come along to the visitor centre between the times shown to make a small raft out of natural materials. £1.50 per raft Location Langdon Visitor Centre 10:00-14:00 Fishing Day 10th April 2012 Come along and learn the art of fishing. All equipment is provided. Over 12 years will need a day licence from the post office. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 10:30-15:30 Wildlife Discovery Club 2 A drop off and pick up session for children that are 8 years+ Children are fully supervised by Essex Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers. Children spend the whole day at Bedfords Park doing wildlife and nature themed activities. Takes place every Tuesday in the school holidays. £10 donation per child. Booking and donation in advance essential.
Wed 11th Apr 2012 10:00-14:00 Fishing Day 11th April 2012 Come along and learn the art of fishing. All equipment is provided. Over 12 years will need a day licence from the post office. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Thu 12th Apr 2012 10:00-11:30 Reptile Walk Come along and join us on our search for reptiles that live in the Gorge. Newts, slow-worm or grass worms - what will you see? Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 13:30-15:00 Great Pond Safari Come and delve into the depths of our pond and see which of the many creatures living there you will find. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre Sat 14th Apr 2012 10:00-12:00 Our Woodland Wildlife A guided walk on the nature reserve to discover the creatures and plants that inhabit our woodland, both old and new. £5 donation requested. Booking in advance is essential. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre 19:00-22:30 Wild Evening Out Enjoy an evening out on the reserve learning about nocturnal wildlife, including bat detecting and pond dipping. Campfire with marshmallows included. This event is suitable for 6+ years. £10 per person. 20:00-0:00 Moth Evening Join us as we gather round our moth traps to discover what nocturnal creatures are attracted to the lights, with our local experts on hand to help with identification. We'll also use bat detectors to see what else is about. Hot chocolate will be provided! £5 donation requested. Booking in advance would be helpful. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 15th Apr 2012 10:30-16:30 Thames Barge Trip 4 Join us at Ipswich (Haven Marina) for a day's birdwatching along the Rivers Orwell & Stour. Fully catered trip. £50 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 22nd Apr 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Mon 23rd Apr 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Tue 24th Apr 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Wed 25th Apr 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Thu 26th Apr 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Fri 27th Apr 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
20:00-22:00 Bat evening Join us for a short informal talk on the bats that live in the reserve then accompany us on a walk looking and listening for the different species using bat detectors (supplied). Please wear suitable clothing and footwear and bring a torch. Hot drink and biscuits provided. £6 per person. Not suitable for under 16s. Location Langdon Visitor Centre . 20:00-22:00 Bat evening April 2012 Join us for a short informal talk on the bats that live at the reserve then accompany us on a walk looking and listening for the different species using bat detectors (supplied). Please wear suitable clothing and footwear and bring a torch. Hot drink and biscuits provided. Donation £6 per person. Not suitable for under 16s. Location Langdon Visitor Centre Sat 28th Apr 2012 10:00-16:00 Bedfords Photography Workshop Level 1 Know The Basics This one-day workshop with Daniel Bridge guides you through the basics of photography, allowing you to take full control of your camera. Booking essential and a donation of £40 per person is required. Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Sun 29th Apr 2012 11:00-16:00 Bluebell Day At Weeleyhall Wood, Weeley. For more information please contact Tendring Local Group on 01255 861342. Open to non members. All are welcome to these events. 12:00-17:00 Bluebell Day at Pound Wood Little Haven and Tile Wood Come along to Bluebell Day at Pound Wood, Little Haven and Tile Wood Centred on St. Michaels Church Hall. Last guided walks leave at 4 pm. For further details please contact Castle Point Local Group on 01268 754949. 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Mon 30th Apr 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Tue 1st May 2012 0:00-23:45 Two Tree Island Avocet Egg Watch Volunteers required. April - June. The sixth year running! No specialist skills required as guidance will be given. If you wish to volunteer, please contact Essex Wildlife Trust HQ, or the volunteer warden, Mark Bridges 01702 557971. 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Wed 2nd May 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Thu 3rd May 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Fri 4th May 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Sat 5th May 2012 4:15-7:30 Bats Birds Bluebells and Breakfast See soprano pipistrelle bats, take a walk to listen to the dawn chorus and see bluebells on the way, followed by a full English breakfast. £12 per person. 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Sun 6th May 2012 4:30-7:30 Dawn Chorus Day Come and experience the Dawn Chorus at Hanningfield. Join a guide who will take you around the reserve as the sun comes up identifying the different birds you will hear. Full cooked breakfast included. £12 per person. 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Mon 7th May 2012 9:00-10:00 Family Fun Afternoon Delightful Ducks Come and join us for duck themed craft and activities. Mr and Mrs Duck will be here to say Quack Quack!!! Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
19:00-21:00 Southend Seal Watch Meet at 7 pm at The Beach Hut, opposite Toulouse Restaurant, W.Esplanade, Southend SS0 7QY. Wellies are essential for this short walk. For members only. Booking essential. For further details contact Basildon Natural History Society on 01268 491540. 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Tue 8th May 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Wed 9th May 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Thu 10th May 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Fri 11th May 2012 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Sat 12th May 2012 19:00-23:45 Badger Boogie Dance Swing Jive Dance Swing Jive Lindy Balboa Rock n Roll Stroll. At Silver End Village Hall, The Broadway, Silver End, Nr Witham, CM8 3RQ. DJs Pat da Kat & The Muffin Man. 7.00pm Free 1-hour Dance Class for Swing Jive and Stroll. 8.00pm to 11.45pm Dance to great swing music. Good parking - Bring your own drinks Free tea and coffee Raffle. Tickets are £8 in advance, £10 on the door, phone 01621 862960, Email admin@essexwt.org.uk 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
20:30-0:00 Moth Evening 2 Join us as we gather round our moth traps to discover what nocturnal creatures are attracted to the lights, with our local experts on hand to help with identification. We'll also use the bat detectors to see what else is about. Hot chocolate will be provided! £5 donation requested. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 13th May 2012 4:15-7:30 Bats Birds Bluebells and Breakfast 13th May 2012 See soprano pipistrelle bats, take a walk to listen to the dawn chorus and see bluebells on the way, followed by a full English breakfast. £12 per person. 10:30-12:30 Bushcraft Babies 13 May 2012 Learn how to create shelter, build a fire, cook some tasty treats for the children and enjoy fireside activities. Suitable for children aged 4 years and over. Booking is essential and places are strictly limited. For more information, or to book a place, please email chaffordv@essex.org.uk or call 01375 484 016. £5.00 donation per child requested. Location Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre 19:30-21:00 Nightingale Walk Come and experience the amazing sound of the Nightingale. We have approx.30-40 singing males each year and their song fills the air. These guided walks are always extremely popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Sat 19th May 2012 10:00-16:00 Photography Workshop Level 2 Beyond the Basics Discover hw focal length, white balance, aperture and more can transform your photography. Looking at composition and subject matter this one-day workshop with Daniel Bridge guides you to the best reults from your camera. Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre
Tue 22nd May 2012 19:30-20:30 5k series The third Tuesday of May, June, July and August. A 5k two lap run around the beautiful woodlands and former plotlands gardens on bridleways and footpaths. Suitable for all abilities but is naturally hilly and on rough terrain. No changing facilities but toilets and results service available. Visitor centre with seating and refreshments. Under 16s welcome if accompanied by an adult. Ample free parking. £2 per person Location Langdon Visitor Centre Sun 27th May 2012 13:00-17:30 Essex Wildlife Trust Fun Dog Show and Dogathon Come along and bring your best friend to Essex Wildlife Trusts first ever Dog Show and Dogathon. Fun for all the family. At Belfairs Park, Leigh on Sea, SS9 4LR. Registration from 1pm, Dog Show starts at 2pm, Dogathon at 4pm. Register on the day, or in advance phone 01621 862963 or email: maxines@essexwt.org.uk Sat 2nd Jun 2012 10:00-16:00 Drop in craft bugs Come along to the visitor centre between the times shown to make a bug. £1.50 per person Excludes Monday 4th June Location Langdon Visitor Centre Sun 10th Jun 2012 11:00-16:00 Open day and Ponddipping At Gt Holland Pits nature reserve. For more information please contact Tendring Local Group on 01255 861342. Open to non members. All are welcome to these events. Sun 17th Jun 2012 11:00-16:00 Reserve Open Day Join us for our annual open day. A fun filled day with tractor rides, pond dipping, face painting, BBQ, bug hunting and lots more. FREE - donation may be required for some activities. Location Langdon Visitor Centre Wed 20th Jun 2012 10:00-16:00 Hen Keeping for Beginners Extra Date This course is for anyone who is thinking about or who has just got some hens. The course will cover essential needs, common conditions and treatments as well as frequently asked questions. There will be an opportunity to practice live hen holding and hen health checks. Tea & Coffee and homemade cake provided....Free range eggs of course! Please bring a packed lunch. Donation £30 per person. Booking essential Location Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre Tue 17th Jul 2012 19:30-20:30 5k series July The third Tuesday 0f July and August. A 5k two lap run around the beautiful woodlands and former plotlands gardens on bridleways and footpaths. Suitable for all abilities but is naturally hilly and on rough terrain. No changing facilities but tiolets and results service available. Visitor centre with seating and refreshments. Under 16s welcome if accompanied by an adult. Ample free parking. £2 per person Location Langdon Visitor Centre
Sat 6th Oct 2012 12:30-16:30 Thames Barge Trip 5 Join us as we set sail from Brightlingsea for an afternoon birdwatching along the River Colne and Blackwater estuary. Includes late lunch. £45 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 7th Oct 2012 13:15-17:15 Thames Barge Trip 6 Join us as we set sail from Brightlingsea for an afternoon birdwatching along the River Colne and Blackwater estuary. Includes late lunch. £45 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sat 20th Oct 2012 10:30-16:30 Thames Barge Trip 7 Join us at Ipswich (Haven Marina) for a day's birdwatching along the Rivers Orwell & Stour. Fully catered trip. £50 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 21st Oct 2012 10:30-16:30 Thames Barge Trip 8 Join us at Ipswich (Haven Marina) for a day's birdwatching along the Rivers Orwell & Stour. Fully catered trip. £50 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sat 27th Oct 2012 10:00-15:00 Thames Barge Trip 9 Join us at Maldon for an interesting combination of a two-hour sail on the River Blackwater, with lunch on board the barge, followed by a guided walk along the sea wall from Hythe Quay. £30 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre Sun 28th Oct 2012 10:00-15:00 Thames Barge Trip 10 Join us at Maldon for an interesting combination of atwo-hour sail on the River Blackwater, with lunch on board the barge, followed by a guided walk along the sea wall from Hythe Quay. £30 per person. Booking in advance is essential on 01206 738172. Location Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre |