Bat Walks at Winkworth
Back by popular demand, Bat Walks led by the Surrey Bat Society will return to the arboretum where experts will guide visitors through the arboretum to the best areas of bat habitats.
- Booking essential
Meet your expert guide at the entrance 20 minutes before Sunset, where visitors will be given a short presentation on ideal bat life at Winkworth, before using a bat box and echo bat detectors. Winkworth has a variety of rich habitats for bats including woodland areas, clear meadows with open land, previously spotted bats include pipistrelles, greater horseshoe bat and many more.
The guided walk will last 1hr30 mins. Meet 20 mins before Sunset at entrance. Gates will open please do not park on the road or block the entrance. A member of staff will be in the car park directing visitors where to park. Before heading into the arboretum.
18 June- 8:30 gates open, close at 9:00 4 August -7:50 gates open close at 8:20 10 September- 6:30 gates open, close at 7:00
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult 16.00 | £16.00 |
| Child 8.00 | £8.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
At the entrance, 20 mins before sunset.
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothing appropriate for the weather, and wellies or sturdy shoes.
- Accessibility
The arboretum is planted on steep slopes and hills with steps. Please be aware that paths may become muddy and slippery.
Upcoming events
The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Winkworth Arboretum
Join us for one of nature’s greatest transformations as you become the world’s most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle’s best-selling book The Very Hungry Caterpillar™.
Pirate Play
Join us on a swash-buckling adventure at Winkworth Arboretum. Pick up your treasure map from the kiosk and head on over to the pirate ship in the play area to start your search for the missing gold.
The Squirrels Who Squabbled at Winkworth Arboretum
This Autumn at Winkworth Arboretum, join two greedy squirrels on a fun-filled family trail as they learn to share in this rhyming adventure through the trees.