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
Heathland Shrubs and Birch Brooms
Wednesday 8th September
Heathlands are some of Britain’s rarest and richest habitats, and the Mansfield area has an unusually large number of them to offer. The Wildlife Trust’s Head of Estates, Charles Langtree, will talk about the extensive heathland conservation work in this part of Nottinghamshire at a meeting of the Mansfield & Ashfield Local Group. Admission £2 including refreshments. 7.30pm. Methodist Church, Bridge Street, Mansfield.
Contact: Membership Team 0115 958 8242
Tiny Tots
Wednesday 8th September
Parent and toddler sessions, suitable for 2 - 4 year olds. £3 per child. Please book in advance as numbers are limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30am - 12 noon & 1pm - 2.30pm.
Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777
Scything Course
Saturday 11th September
Learn this time-honoured technique from the country’s best. Former national scything champion and local craftsman Ray Lister will teach the technique of the Austrian scythe - a tool so light a child could use it! 10am – 3pm. £40 per person. Meet at the craftsmen sheds in Treswell Wood. Please bring packed lunch; tea and coffee provided. Booking essential.
Contact: Samantha Lister 07791 544 061
