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Guided by Nature: Bird Walk for Beginners

Join Hardwick’s bird enthusiasts for an autumn bird walk.

  • Booking essential

Spot the arrival of winter Thrushes, Redwing and Fieldfare to the park from Scandinavia, and winter ducks on the ponds.

The guided group walk will take you on a circular adventure around the ponds, up to Lady Spencer's Wood and back through the parkland to the start point at Park Centre.

Hardwick’s Bird Walk for Beginners is exactly that! Meet other enthusiasts and enjoy the fresh air.

Walk details:

• Gentle paced walk

• 2.5 miles

• Difficulty is moderate, includes a hill, some rough terrain, and some steps

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £10.00

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, Park Centre car park is just off of Mill Lane.

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.

Contact info

Hardwick General information

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