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Belton's Butterfly and Moth Trail

From Purple Emperors to Cinnabars, discover some of the butterflies and moths that have been sighted at Belton.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Enjoy a wander in the parkland and learn about some of the amazing species which can be found at Belton. Follow a trail of eight giant moths and butterflies, starting after the gate at the far end of the car park, and finishing near the River Witham boardwalk.

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

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The basics

What to bring and wear

The parkland is very wet and muddy, so please wear appropriate footwear.

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Estate office team

Upcoming events

Stranger Folk at Belton 

A crack has formed between our world and the spirit world, and all sorts of old folklore creatures have escaped. Download the Stranger Folk app and work together to close the gap between worlds as you explore the estate.

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on
27 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 09:30 to 17:30+ 5 other dates or times

Belton Deer Rut Photography Walk 

Join professional photographer and volunteer ranger Jon Pear as he guides you through the parkland, sharing top tips on how to capture the amazing seasonal scenes of the deer rut.

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on
27 Oct to 17 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 6 other dates or times

The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail 

Join us for one of nature's greatest transformations as you become the world's most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle's best-selling book The Very Hungry Caterpillar™.

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on
27 Oct to 31 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 4 other dates or times

BSL House Tours 

Spend time with our house team, accompanied by a BSL interpreter, to explore the rooms and collection with fascinating insights.

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on
27 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:15+ 2 other dates or times