Birdsong walk

Imagine a walk where as you go, you can recognise the species of birds by their song and call, tune into their dramas of territory and predators, and at the same time feel that little bit more connected to the natural world.  

Join bird expert and ecologist Tom Forward for a walk around Wakehurst and learn bird songs and calls, with the aid of field guides, smartphone apps, and doing it the good old-fashioned way - listening and looking. 

About the workshop leader

Growing up on the edge of Ashdown Forest, Tom spent his childhood exploring its woodlands, streams, and heaths in search of wildlife. This freedom inspired his career as an ecologist and environmental educator, dedicated to wildlife conservation. With a degree in Environmental Management and over 20 years of experience, Tom is a naturalist eager to share his knowledge with visitors.

Tom said: "Wakehurst hosts some fantastic birdlife from the buildings and formal gardens down to the woodlands and lakes. There is always something to see and hear - Firecrests hiding in the evergreens, Tawny Owls in the woods and the chance of a blue flash of Kingfishers across the lakes in the Loder Valley. There’s nothing I enjoy more than tuning visitors’ ears into the bird sounds at Wakehurst, leaving them with a new appreciation of the place and a memorable experience."

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