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Great Big Green Week Festival: Ravishing Reptiles

This Great Big Green Week, come and meet the rangers who survey for snakes. Reptiles are an important part of the Scotney ecosystem and we regularly conduct surveys to monitor reptile numbers and species.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

Our rangers will give a brief introductory talk about the reptiles you're likely to encounter here at Scotney then, weather permitting, you'll take a short walk onto the estate to see where we conduct our surveys and learn how you could set up welcoming habitats for reptiles in your garden.

Please note that there is no guarantee of reptile sightings on this event.

This free 'walk and talk' workshop is part of Scotney's Great Big Green Week Festival and is included with your admission (free for NT members) but, as places are limited, you should reserve your place to avoid disappointment. Once you have reserved your place, please book your car parking.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895 Book your car parking as well as your place on the talk in order to guarantee entry.

Meeting point

Meet at the Garden noticeboard on the garden side of Visitor Entrance.

What to bring and wear

Comfortable shoes for walking are recommended.

Accessibility

Uneven grassy path to orchard.

Other

Only assistance dogs are permitted in the walled garden.

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