Broken Bridges BioBlitz

*Ticket sales will end at 5pm on Wed 1st July, unless sold out earlier*

Become a wildlife explorer for a day and discover what’s living in Broken Bridges Nature Reserve at our first BioBlitz event. Experienced naturalists and wildlife watchers need your help to find and identify as many different species as we can over the course of the day. Just like a real scientific expedition, everything you find will be documented and passed on to local and national databases that monitor wildlife.

This event is part of Safer and Supportive Salisbury's Breathing Spaces programme of events - a city-wide celebration of wellbeing, nature and mini outdoor adventures with free and low-cost activities for all ages.

Who is it for?

This event is suitable for anyone interested in wildlife and wellbeing who wants to spend time in nature with others, learning new things. Please share any medical, mobility or other needs on booking, so we can plan activities that are suitable for all. 

Where?

You can access Broken Bridges from Bemerton, near 42 Lower Road, SP2 9NQ or from Harnham, near 2 Upper Street, SP2 8LT. The path is narrow in places. It may be muddy or wet underfoot. Just keep going and you will find one of our team.

Please arrive on foot if you can. These are residential areas with limited parking. If you do drive, please park respectfully.

What to bring

• Dress for the weather. We will be outside for the duration of the session. Please check the weather forecast and bring sun protection, waterproofs and warm layers as appropriate. If it has rained, sturdy walking boots or wellies will be best if you have them (or old trainers you don't mind getting muddy).
• Bring plenty of water and a packed lunch if you plan to stay all day.
• Guide dogs are welcome but no other dogs please.

Cost 

Please make a donation - pay what you feel.

FAQs

Do we go ahead in the rain?

We believe in getting out whatever the weather! Please assume the session is going ahead unless you hear otherwise by email the day before. We may postpone if the weather forecast is really wet/stormy, but will go ahead in most weathers e.g. light rain, showers. Always check the weather forecast and dress for the weather.

What if I'm late?

This is a drop in, so you can arrive whenever between 10am-3pm.

Why can't I bring my dog?

Guide dogs are welcome but no other dogs please. This is because wildlife is likely to be disturbed by the presence of dogs.

Anything else?

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. We can chat and suggest solutions to help you attend, on a 1:1 basis. Contact Charley on 07519 464023 or charley@waw.org.uk

Broken Bridges Nature Reserve CIO is registered in England and Wales as a Charity, Charity Number: 1213230.

Registered address Fawcetts, Windover House, St Anne Street, Salisbury, SP1 2DR.