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Wednesday 15th July 2026, 4pm - 7pm
An afternoon of all things Osprey, with the chance to view and photograph site B, the original nesting site of Osprey in England.
Join the Wild Rutland team for a guided session through Burley Woods, and out to our viewing point of Site B, photography will be permitted and chicks will be fledging.
Our safaris are a semi strenuous walk with regular pauses including a light tea & cake stop. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippy ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
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Thursday 23rd July 2026, 7am - 9am
A morning exploring the magical world of our wonderful moth population and checking our live trap moth surveys at Burley Wood, home to some of the UK’s most rare species.
Join the Wild Rutland team to check and identify before releasing the moths caught overnight. This activity can be accessible to all but suitable clothing and footwear is recommended.
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Thursday 23rd July 2026, 10am - 12:30pm
A morning expedition to discover the butterflies and insects of Burley Wood. If the conditions are correct, you may see clouds of butterflies through the ancient woodland, basking in the sun and towering amongst the oaks.
Join the Wild Rutland team for a guided walk in Burley Woods, our safaris are a semi strenuous walk with regular pauses including a light tea stop. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippy ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
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Thursday 23rd July 2026, 4pm - 6:30pm
An afternoon walk to see the Ancient & Veteran trees of Burley Wood. A chance to explore the history of some of the oldest trees in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Join the Wild Rutland team for a walk through Burley Wood to visit and identify just some of our magnificent veteran and ancient trees, amongst many others. Plenty more wildlife to see, from plants, birds, insects and mammals. A light afternoon tea will be provided. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippy ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
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Tuesday 28th July 2026, 7am - 9am
A small group session for macro photographers to capture moths and other night flying insects as we check and unload the overnight live traps.
You'll need your own equipment, a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippy ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
Wednesday 5th August 2026, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend a relaxed evening discovering Wild Rutland’s landscape, learning to observe and sketch directly from nature. Guided by artist Maria Merridan, you’ll explore simple drawing techniques that capture light, texture and form outdoors. No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a love of the natural world.
Practical Details: Clipboards and basic sketching materials are provided, though participants are encouraged to bring portable seats and their own sketchbooks and preferred media. We will cover up to 2-3km on mixed terrain — please dress appropriately for outdoor conditions.
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Thursday 20th August 2026, 7am - 9am
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Thursday 20th August 2026, 10am - 12:30pm
Thursday 20th August 2026, 4pm - 6:30pm
Join the Wild Rutland team for a walk through Burley Wood to visit and identify just some of our magnificent veteran and ancient trees, amongst many others. Plenty more wildlife to see, from plants, birds, insects and mammals. a light afternoon tea will be provided.You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippy ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
Tuesday 29th September 2026, 09:30am - 12pm
A guided walk through Burley wood with renowned mycologist Claudio Bincoletto to investigate the autumn mushroom species growing in profusion. We shall identify species as we discover them before gathering for a woodland breakfast of privately grown fungi species and a practical demonstration of 'planting' your own log with spores. You shall head home with a full understanding of how to grow in your own garden and a finished seeded log, ready for fruiting in a few months time.
You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippery ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity. Please make us aware in advance of any allergies.
Tuesday 29th September 2026, 2pm - 4:30pm
A small group session for macro photographers to capture mushrooms, fungi and lichen throughout the Ancient Burley & Rushpit Woodlands.
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Saturday 10th October 2026, 11am - 2:30pm
Practical Details: Clipboards and basic sketching materials are provided, though participants are encouraged to bring portable seats and their own sketchbooks and preferred media. We will cover up to 2-3km on mixed terrain — please dress appropriately for outdoor conditions
Thursday 15th October 2026, 6am - 8am
A dawn small group photographic safari thorough the woods, with the focus on dawn chorus birds and the resident mammal population. Fallow, Roe & Muntjac all present at this time of year. Our safaris are a semi strenuous walk with regular pauses including a light breakfast stop. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippy ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
Tuesday 27th October 2026, 9:30am - 12pm
Tuesday 27th October 2026, 6:30am - 8:30am
A walked tour to spot the fallow, roe and muntjac within Burley wood. If conditions are right you’ll have the chance to enjoy the fallow bucks at their stands, their calls echoing through the woods.
Join the Wild Rutland team for a guided walk in Burley Woods, our safaris are a semi strenuous walk with regular pauses. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet and often slippy ground. On wet days, wellies are a necessity.
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