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Secrets of Sandscale's Orchids

Join this guided walk to spot flowering orchids and other wildflowers.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

With one third of all flowering plants in the UK, Sandscale is a really special place for wildflowers and not least its flowering orchids.

From Dune hellebor-ines to pyramidal or-chids, we’ll see what we can find on this walk with our rang-ers.

Times

The basics

Booking number

Call 0344 249 1895

Accessibility

The walk will go through undulating dunes and sandy beach.

Meeting point

Meet at the Red Hut, Sandscale Haws car park, LA14 4QJ Grid reference: SD 200 756

Suitability for children

Children are welcome, and should be accompanied by an adult.

What to bring and wear

Wear outdoor gear suitable for the weather and sturdy footwear.

Other

This event is free, but donations are always welcome. Parking charges apply. Sorry, this is a no dogs event.

Contact info

Central Box Office

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on
31 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 15:30

Women in Conservation Day 

Create wildlife habitat at Sandscale Haws this World Ranger Day! Join our Women in Conservation sand patching work party and guided walk. Open to all women - from beginners to seasoned conservationists and nature lovers.

Event summary

on
31 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 15:00