Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods

Join NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across the Derwent Valley searching for the birds that call the area home. About this event Join NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across the Derwent valley searching for the elegant and elusive birds that call the area home. This walk is appropriate for both beginner and advanced birders. Some likely species for this walk include: Red Kite, Dipper, Redwing, Fieldfare, Grey Wagtail, Tawny Owl, Jay, Mandarin Duck. Some sections of the route include steep paths, so please wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for a few uphill stretches... Essential Information Event lead: Matthew Harrison Event length: 1 session, Saturday 31 October, 10.00 am - 12.30 pm (approx) Event structure: Informal walk Level: Beginner/Enthusiast Meet at: Thornley Woodlands Café, W3W: guess.loses.green, Grid ref: NZ 17850 60410 Accessibility: Thornley Woodlands Centre has free but limited parking, plus a visitor centre with a cafe and toilet. This walk is circular and includes steep, uneven paths. Please use the meeting information above and not that provided by Eventbrite. Suggested donation: £5 per person. Rather than charging a fixed ticket price, we invite those who are able to, to make a suggested donation of £5 per person. Your support helps us deliver future events while ensuring that cost is never a barrier to taking part, funding places for those who may not otherwise be able to attend. Please note that making a donation does not register you for the event. To book your place, please enter an amount and select 'Check Out'.