Guided by Nature: Bird Walk for Beginners
Join Hardwick’s bird enthusiasts for a summer bird walk.
- Booking essential
This seasonal walk will focus on taking in the birds around the ponds, ducks, waterfowl, and other summer visitors like swallows and swifts!
The guided group walk will take you on a circular adventure around the ponds, through wood pastures, Lady Spencer’s Wood and looping back round. These different environments are perfect for observing birds in a variety of habitats.
Hardwick’s Bird Walk for Beginners is exactly that! Meet other enthusiasts and enjoy the fresh winter air.
Walk difficulty:
• Gentle paced walk
• 2.5 miles
• Moderate difficulty, includes a hill, some rough terrain.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £5.00 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| £3.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Please use What 3 Words (post.water.dustbin) to find the Park Centre location. Please do not park in the main Hardwick Hall car park.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear sturdy outdoor shoes and dress for the Great British Weather. Bring appropriate snacks and water if needed. Binoculars are great but not essential for the experience.
- Accessibility
There is an accessible toilet located at the Park Centre, please note that this walk is along uneven terrain and is not wheelchair accessible.
Upcoming events
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Walk With Us: Wider Estate Walks
Discover Hardwick’s longer walking routes on a free guided group walk around the estate. With 7 different walks to choose from, sign up to one or challenge yourself to complete them all!
Hardwick Navigation Festival
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