May Half Term - Guided walks for National Walking Month
Fancy a good dose of fresh air and stunning scenery? Then, why not join us this half term for a series of guided walks across the beautiful Downs landscape?
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
There are few things as good for the soul as getting out into nature, especially at this time of year when the Downs is full of life and beauty.
This half term we'll be running a series of morning and afternoon guided walks, led by our team of rangers, staff and volunteers, with something for everyone to enjoy.
The walks provide an opportunity to immerse yourself in the local history and wildlife and meet new people.
Scheduled walks include:
Wildflowers & Butterflies (23rd May);
Tree Cathedral History walk (25th May);
Five Knolls medieval history walk, with some bird spotting along the way (26th May);
Kids orienteering & exploration walk (27th May);
Adults wellbeing walk (27th May)
Please note, while children are welcome on all walks, with some scheduled to last around two hours, we advise parents / guardians to use their own discretion. The exploration walk on the 27th is the most suitable for children, as it is shorter and specifically tailored for younger ages.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All Wildflowers & Butterflies | £3.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 2491895
- Suitability
Children welcome on all walks at parent/guardian's discretion.
- Meeting point
Meet at the courtyard just outside the visitor centre.
- What to bring and wear
Wear comfy, weather appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for outdoor terrain. Download a free identification app like Merlin or Seek for spotting birds and flora and fauna.
- Accessibility
Accessibility dependent on the walk - give us a call for more details.
Upcoming events
Black to the Trails 2026
Black to the Trails returns to Dunstable Downs in May 2026, promising to be bigger and better than ever.
Art Course: Watercolour Wildflowers
Creative arts company, Something Less Boring returns for a watercolour session on wildflowers.
May Half Term Wildlife Trail
Burn off some energy and learn about the great outdoors this half term with a teddy bear wildlife activity trail.
May Half Term - Guided accessibility walk for National Walking Month
Experience the beauty of the Downs with a mobility vehicle, guided by our team, along a circular 1.5 kilometre route.