Butterflies at Parke
Join us for a gentle walk to discover Parke's butterflies and help contribute to the Big Butterfly Count
- Booking essential
- Free event
An informal guided walk around the estate to explore these fascinating and beautiful insects. Learn how to identify Parke's species and find out how you can help to record the butterflies you see too. As we go we will record what we find to feed back into the Big Butterfly Count organised by the charity Butterfly Conservation.
Butterflies are a key indicator to the condition of our biodiversity, so the more we understand the more we can help make a difference.
Times
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
The route will take us through a few different terrains here at Parke. Please contact us if you have additional access needs and we will see if we can make adjustments to the route.
- Meeting point
Meet next to the Parke Map in the corner of the car park. The What 3 Words location is ///walnuts.flipper.prowling
- Suitability for children
Supervised children are welcome
- What to bring and wear
Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy footwear. You may like to bring a bottle of water & hat. Binoculars can be useful for viewing butterflies if you have them.
- Other
If places are full please contact parkeevents@nationaltrust.org.uk to go on the waiting list
Upcoming events
Parke: Past and Present - a guided walk
This short and gentle walk will explore the history of the Parke Estate and a little about the land today.
Wildlife Picnic - family fun at Parke
Come on over to the Parke Estate for some fun in the sunshine with wildlife themed activities and lawn games. Everyone welcome.
Natural Boats and River Picnic
Enjoy games and a picnic in the river meadow at Parke and make your own natural mini boats and rafts at this family friendly event.
Trees - a guided walk at Parke
Come and enjoy a gentle walk in this beautiful space led by friendly local volunteers and with a focus on trees.