Golden Cap Nature Walk
Run by our local, external, partner and mushroom expert, Nick Phillips, this 2 hour guided nature walk will take you through the glorious Dorset countryside, showcasing the delightful views and the flora and fungi of the area.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
The walks will cover tree identification, considerate foraging and how to read the countryside, also, some folklore and stories of old will be included. Mushroom tea and some wild snacks will be provided.
Run by West Dorset raised forager Nick Phillips, founder of grown up mushrooms, these courses are fun, educational and interesting for all the family.
To book on to these popular courses, email your name(s), number and the date you would like to attend to grownupmushrooms@gmail.com
The courses are £30 per person and all bookings and payments are to be made direct to Nick Phillips.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call grownupmushrooms@gmail.com
- Suitability
Familes are welcome but this is recommended for ages 10+
- Meeting point
Please refer to the booking notes sent out by Nick at the time of booking.
- What to bring and wear
This is an outdoor event so weather appropriate clothing must be worn. The terrain can be uneven in parts so good solid footwear is essential.
- Other
This is an event run by an external partner so all questions should be sent to: grownupmushrooms@gmail.com
Upcoming events
In The Footsteps of Jane Austen
2025 is the 175th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth and Lyme Regis was one of her favourite holiday locations. To celebrate her love of Lyme Regis the National Trust are offering a series of short walks along the Cobb with readings from Persuasion.
The Lyme Regis Circular Loops
Meet our National Trust Walk Leader outside the Lyme Regis shop on the 2nd Thursday in the month for a free guided walk around Lyme Regis. We will alternate between a short walk one month (1 hour) and a longer walk (2.5 hours) the next month.
In The Footsteps of Jane Austen
2025 is the 175th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth and Lyme Regis was one of her favourite holiday locations. To celebrate her love of Lyme Regis the National Trust are offering a series of short walks along the Cobb with readings from Persuasion.
Trust10 2025 - Cancelled
We are currently reviewing the Trust 10 route over Golden Cap. We're sorry to disappoint those who were hoping to run and look forward to welcoming you back as soon as possible. Other Trust10k events are located at Studland or Stourhead.