Salisbury Moth Morning with Breakfast

Join us to learn about and look at moths in the Secret Garden, Bourne Hill, Salisbury, SP1 3UZ. We’ll start with a short introductory talk about moths and then look through a moth trap and see what's flown in over night. Moth species have some incredible and bizarre names, like Setaceous Hebrew Character, Elephant Hawk Moth and Maiden's Blush. Others just look incredible, like Buff Tip (camouflaged to look like a birch twig), Poplar Hawk (photo below) and Jersey Tiger.

We'll provide hot drinks, orange juice, pastries and homebaked muffins.

“I enjoyed that so much and will look at moths differently now! And breakfast - wow!”

“Thank you so much. Wonderful informative morning, tasty breakfast, super setting, so welcoming and friendly.”

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. We value diversity, and hope to create a community that reflects the breadth of people in our society. Please share any medical, mobility, dietary or other needs on booking, so we can plan activities (and snacks!) that are suitable for all. 

Where?

Secret Garden, Bourne Hill, Salisbury SP1 3UZ - see this Google Maps pin. The garden is fairly level, with a mix of hard surfaces and grass.

Tables and chairs will be available - you are also welcome to bring your own picnic blanket. See The Secret Garden website for more info.

What we provide

• Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, herbal tea, orange juice, pastries and homebaked muffins.
  

What to bring

• Dress for the weather. We will be outside for the duration of the session. Please check the weather forecast and bring waterproofs and warm layers. Bring binoculars if you have them.
• Guide dogs are welcome but no other dogs please.

Cost 

• £15 - adult.
• £10 - child.
• Or by donation - pay what you feel.

This event is part of the Wild Salisbury project, which is supported by funding from Salisbury Transition City.

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?

Please aim to arrive ready at the start time, so you don't miss out on any moths or breakfast!

Does moth trapping harm moths?

The session is carried out with high animal welfare standards. Don't be fooled - most will be very still but are alive! The moths are released back into their natural habitat after species identification and the education session (best to do this early morning, before it gets too hot). The data we collect is being used to conserve threatened moths, increase scientific understanding of moth declines and improve public awareness. See Butterfly Conservation National Moth Recording Scheme.

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 wildlifeandwellbeing@gmail.com

Access The Secret Garden from College Street/Wyndham Open Space or Salisbury Arts Centre grounds. Next to Wiltshire Council and Police offices.