Events
Events, training courses and practical opportunities to help conserve local wildlife form a major part of our activities. See featured events below. For a full list with details download the What's On Events Guide
Upcoming events in December 2013
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Christmas Lecture Night
Thursday 12th December
Event Type: Idle Valley | Christmas Event | Bassetlaw
An enjoyable evening is ensured at this annual event at Idle Valley when the speakers will be John Everitt, our Chief Executive, who will talk about our 50th anniversary, and Dr Patrick Harding, who will introduce us to some Christmas customs. Mulled wine and mince pies available. 6.30pm – 9.30pm. Tickets £5. Booking essential.
Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945
Fruit Tree Pruning
Sunday 15th December
Event Type: Osmanthorpe | Rural Crafts & Skills | Newark
Tutor Marc Richmond will guide you through the process of fruit tree pruning. £10 per person - booking essential. Meet at 9.30am at Osmanthorpe Orchard, Southwell Rd, near Kirklington. Bring a packed lunch and a drink.
Contact: Robert Atkinson 01777 713 943 or 07764 188 451
Idle Valley Bird Walk
Sunday 15th December
Event Type: Idle Valley | Guided Walk | Bassetlaw
Join an expert birder for a walk around the Idle Valley Nature Reserve. 10.30am – 11.30am. Please bring your binoculars.
Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945
Christmas Cracker
Monday 16th December
Event Type: Christmas Event | Broxtowe
A chance to share your own pictures at this meeting of Beeston Wildlife Group, together with a celebration of 50 years of the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. Adults £2; children £1. 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Trent Vale Infant School, Trent Road, Beeston Rylands.
Contact: Bill Wheatley 0115 925 0208 or Nigel Slater 0115 916 6518
Let’s Read!
Wednesday 18th December
Event Type: Idle Valley | Children's Activity | Bassetlaw
Outdoor storytime at the Idle Valley Reserve. 10.30am – 12 noon. Donation requested. Booking required.
Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945
