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Guided by Nature: Butterfly Walk

Ramble through the lower parkland on our Ranger led nature walk and discover more about the Hardwick butterfly population.

  • Booking essential

Join our ranger team to complete one of Hardwick’s established butterfly survey transects which will take you through a variety of habitats with the hopes of seeing and learning about different butterflies.

This route will be on uneven terrain so appropriate footwear is needed. This walk should take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

For the comfort of the group, please leave your dogs at home.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £5.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for children aged 14 or over.

Meeting point

The Nature Walk will take place from the Park Centre location What 3 Words (post.water.dustbin), please do NOT arrive at Hardwick's main car park at the top of the hill.

What to bring and wear

Please wear sturdy outdoor shoes and dress for the Great British Weather. Bring appropriate snacks and water if needed.

Accessibility

There are accessible toilets located at the Park Centre, please note that this walk is along uneven terrain and is not wheelchair/pushchair accessible.

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at 11:00 to 12:30+ 13 other dates or times

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15 Mar to 28 May 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 4 other dates or times

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at 15:30 to 16:30