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.
Times
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
Ebworth Woodland Bird Walk
Join Area Ranger Tom Griffin to find out more about the bird life in this special part of the Cotswolds.
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