Discover the local wildlife in open spaces in Charnwood

Published: Wed 14th August, 2024

Three events are taking place for Charnwood residents to learn about the local wildlife.

A BioBlitz will take place at Forest Road Greenbelt in Loughborough on Wednesday, 28 August from 9.30am-12.30pm to search for and record as much wildlife as possible at the diverse green space.

A bird ringing demonstration will be taking place at Stonebow Washlands in Loughborough on Sunday, 8 September. People attending will be able to find out about why and how bird-ringing is carried out. The first session will begin at 6.45am and the second session will begin at 8.15am.

Residents also have the opportunity to discover bats at the Outwoods in Loughborough on Thursday, 12 September. A bat walk and bat box making will take place at the ancient woodlands from 6.30pm-10pm.

These events are being organised by the Council’s open spaces partner, idverde alongside their national partner, RSPB. The bird ringing demonstration is being led by Charnwood Ringing Club.

Anne Gray, the Council’s lead member for open spaces, said: “We care very much about the local wildlife in Charnwood across our open spaces.

“These events are a great opportunity for residents to find out more about our local species and explore our green spaces.”

All of the events are free to attend and residents are encouraged to book in advance with spaces limited.

To book a space on the BioBlitz, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/976062097007

To book a space on the bird ringing demonstration, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/972081851987

To book a space on the bat walk and box making, visit:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/988180202587

Attendees are asked to wear suitable footwear to take part, such as walking boots or trainers.