Guided lichens walk with expert Pete Martin
Be inspired by Allan Bank's exhibition '(In)tangible', celebrating the often overlooked lichen communities around Allan Bank, before exploring them close up with lichens expert Pete Martin in this 90 minute walk around the garden and surrounding area
- Booking advisable
- Admission applies
The Lake District is one of the best places in the UK to study these fascinating organisms. So, if you’d love to know your ‘Jam Tarts’ from your ‘Elf’s Ears’ come along to Allan Bank for this guided walk.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
11+ years
- Meeting point
Meet at the Visitor Welcome Desk inside the house.
- What to bring and wear
Sturdy shoes are advisable, plus a waterproof jacket in case of rain.
- Accessibility
The walk is around the garden and surrounding parkland on uneven and bumpy ground.
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