Pond dipping and Bug basement sessions
What wildlife will you discover in our pond or under the logs in the woods?
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Come along and join in with our pond dipping and bug basement sessions, running at weekends at 11:00 and 14:00 (see our What's On board when you arrive for which activity is first), and discover all sorts of wildlife that calls our waterways and ponds, or woodland floor, home. From dragonfly larvae, caddisfly larvae and pond mites in the water, to millipedes, beetles and spiders on the woodland floor, there's a whole wild world to discover! Tickets cover both sessions in the day. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children welcome, and encouraged!
- Meeting point
Please meet at the Visitor Welcome hut
- What to bring and wear
Please dress suitably for the weather on the day. Some paths are uneven so sturdy footwear is recommended.
- Accessibility
A personal mobility vehicle is available for hire from visitor welcome, bookable in advance. Some paths are uneven so please watch your footing.
- Other
Please do not bring your own nets for pond dipping to prevent contamination of the water.
Upcoming events
Dartford Warbler walk
Join the Ranger for an hour and a half guided walk in search of the elusive Dartford Warbler
Birdsong and Breakfast
Experience the tranquillity of the early morning as day dawns across the heath and spring birdsong fills the air.
Dogs and Nature residencies
Come along and talk to local organisations about all things dogs and wildlife
Walk with Us: Dunwich Heath
Rediscover nature and walk your way to better wellbeing on one of our volunteer-led group walks.