Salisbury Bat Night

Join us to learn about and look for bats in Salisbury. We’ll meet at the Friary Centre and start with a short introductory talk about bats. Then we’ll set off on a guided mini adventure around Churchill Gardens, hearing and seeing bats (and more!) along the way. 

Everyone will get a chance to use one of our special bat detectors - a clever piece of kit which brings bats’ high-pitched calls down to a frequency we humans can hear.

"Just finished the bat walk, it was amazing!"

"Thank you for a wonderful evening with the bat detectors! And a lovely mindfulness moment, when a bat swooped down just before the end of the quiet meditation."

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 or other needs on booking, so we can plan activities that are suitable for all. 

Where?

Meet outside Friary Community Centre, 114 Carmelite Way, Salisbury SP1 2HW - see this Google Maps pin. The route will be approximately 1 mile on level, hard surfaces.

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. 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).
• You may want to bring a torch (although we’ll try and keep torches off as much as possible, to optimise our night vision and wildlife spotting potential!).
• Bring a bat detector if you have one
• Guide dogs are welcome but no other dogs please.

Cost 

Adult Standard Ticket: £10.50
Adult Supporter Ticket: £12.50

Child Standard Ticket: £7
Child Supporter Ticket: £9

Or by donation - pay what you feel.

FAQs

Why are there different ticket price options?

We want everyone to be able to attend our events. Those who are willing and able to pay a little bit more and book a Supporter ticket help to subsidise a place for someone who can’t afford to pay the Standard ticket price. Choosing the Supporter ticket allows us to offer Donation tickets. This kind of system is sometimes called 'pay it forward', and choosing to book a Supporter ticket is an act of kindness and generosity.

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'll start at the location below by sharing some bat facts before heading off on a mini adventure.

Cancellation Policy
If you cancel with over 10 days notice, we'll offer you a refund minus a £5 admin fee. No refunds are offered with less than 10 days notice of the event. If we need to cancel a session, we will offer a replacement event at a later date, or a refund for that event if it’s not possible to reschedule.

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

This event is supported by funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.