Early Morning Birdsong Walk
Celebrate Dawn Chorus Day with a morning birdsong walk
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Starting opposite Granby Barn, explore the sights and sounds of Padley Gorge with an early morning birdsong walk.
While we can’t guarantee what will be in the woods, we expect to come across Chiffchaff, Willow Warbler, Pied Flycatcher, Redstart and Tree Pipit in Padley Gorge and on Lawrence Field, plus lots of wild residents on the rest of the walk.
Please note that the walk starts at 8am in Padley Gorge. Some roadside parking is available opposite Granby Barn. Woodcroft car park is roughly a 20 minute walk away, following the Pink waymarkers.
Although the walk is three hours long, it will involve plenty of pauses to listen for birdsong and is considered a gentle walk.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Suitable for accompanied children over the age of 8 years.
- Meeting point
Meet opposite Granby Barn in Padley Gorge.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear sturdy shoes and warm clothing, as the walk will involve stopping and standing still at various points. If you have binoculars, please bring them along.
- Accessibility
Not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
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