Family Wildlife Walk - Invertebrates and Plant Life
Find out more about Crickley Hill's diverse and important plant and invertebrate life in this guided walk designed for families
- Booking advisable
Crickley Hill, perched on the Cotswold escarpment, is a haven for diverse invertebrate and plant life, particularly in spring. Its ancient beech, oak, and ash woodlands are designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to their ecological importance. These woodlands support a rich community of wildlife species, including some nationally scarce varieties.
The hill's limestone grasslands host a profusion of wildflowers that peak in late spring and summer. Species like clustered bellflower, yellow-wort, carline thistle, and autumn gentian flourish here, creating a tapestry of colour.
In this family-friendly guided walk across the landscape at Crickley Hill, Tom Griffin (Area Ranger) will design a talk specifically for families to teach younger visitors about the special connection between Crickley Hill and its diverse plant and wildlife.
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Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £5.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Meet at Crickley Hill car park (Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust). Parking charges apply.
- What to bring and wear
All participants in the walk should wear footwear and clothing suitable for a range of outdoor conditions. As Crickley Hill is perched up high on the Cotswold Escarpment, it can often be breezy
- Accessibility
Visit the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust website for more details on accessibility at Crickley Hill
Upcoming events
Crickley Hill Wildlife Walk - Adults
In this expert guided walk designed for wildlife and plant lovers in the Cotswolds, join Area Ranger Tom Griffin for a professional guided walk through the diverse landscape of Crickley Hill