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Birds and Trees for 11-16 year olds

Fri 29 May 2026 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM Meet outside Bemerton Heath Centre, SP2 9HU
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Birds and Trees for 11-16 year olds

Fri 29 May 2026 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM Meet outside Bemerton Heath Centre, SP2 9HU
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*Bookings close Monday 25th May*

Join us to learn about birds and trees in Bemerton Folly and Pinewood Open Space. These sessions are for 11-16 year olds.

10am-2.30pm Friday 29th May. Over the course of the day, we will:

  • Explore Bemerton Heath's amazing greenspaces
  • Learn to identify tree species - using leaves, buds, flowers, fruits (including seeds and nuts), bark and the shape of the tree
  • Learn to identify birds by sight - including using binoculars
  • Learn birdsong - now we're properly into breeding season, there is plenty of birdsong to tune into!
  • Enjoy some "mindful moments" - quiet times to tune into our senses for a few minutes

This day follows on from our March after school sessions - all 11-16 year olds are welcome, whether you attended these or not :) 

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Tree identification challenge

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Male Blackbird singing

Who is it for?

This session is for 11-16 year olds who live in Bemerton Heath and are interested in wildlife and wellbeing and learning new things. Please share any medical, mobility or other needs in the booking form, so we can plan activities that are suitable for all. 

Where?

Meet outside the Bemerton Heath Centre to explore Bemerton Folly and Pinewood Open Space. We'll use the Centre for our lunch break and toilet facilities.

What to bring

  • A packed lunch and a bottle of water.
  • Dress for the weather. We will be outside for the majority of the session. Please check the weather forecast and bring waterproofs and warm layers.
  • Guide dogs are welcome but no other dogs please.

Cost

FREE! Donations are welcome.

This event is part of the Wild Bemerton Heath project, which is supported by funding from Wiltshire Community Foundation and Wiltshire Council. Read more here on our Wild Bemerton Heath blog.

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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 to start at the start time. We want to make the most of our time together and get out exploring asap!

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

Location

Meet outside Bemerton Heath Centre, SP2 9HU