Wildlife Recording Day
Fancy learning about and recording the wildlife you see and helping to collect data?
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join us on the beautiful Whitehaven coast for a relaxed and rewarding day exploring and recording the wildlife that makes this area so special. Whether you’re a keen naturalist or simply curious about what’s living around you, this is a great opportunity to get involved.
Drop in any time between 10am and 3pm at the free car park at Haig Pit and stay for as long as you like. We’ll have identification guides and sample pots available, and staff on hand to help you discover and record what you find.
Records can be submitted using the iRecord app (our preferred method), but paper recording sheets will also be available — so no need to worry if you’re new to it.
This event is in support of Cumbria Biodiversity Data Centre’s county-wide wildlife recording drive, Cumbria Wild Watch, helping to build a clearer picture of local biodiversity.
No previous experience is needed — just bring your curiosity!
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
Accessible for all, the base area is on level ground next to the car park with grassy and surfaced paths fanning out to varying degrees of difficult terrain and vegetations.
- Meeting point
Haig Pit Car Park off Solway Road, CA28 9BG
- Suitability for children
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- What to bring and wear
Long clothing to cover your skin, this will protect you from sun, scratches, stings, prickles and bites as you rummage through the vegetation. Antihistamine if you have allergies.
- Other
Dogs on leads are welcome.
Upcoming events
Summer of Play Trail
Bring the whole family and join in a free and easy day of fun with balance bikes, volleyball, badminton, sack races and more. Why not bring a picnic and enjoy the views or take a walk through the wildflower meadows.