Events

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Wildflowers

Fungi

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.

£40.00 per person

 

Macro Mushroom Photography

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.

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.

£65.00 per person

 

Autumn Colours Wild Sketching Workshop

Saturday 10th October 2026, 11am - 2:30pm

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

£45.00 per person

 

Autumn Deer Photographic Outing

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.

Order soon - only 5 places remaining.

£40.00 per person

 

Fungi

Tuesday 27th October 2026, 9:30am - 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.

£40.00 per person

 

Deer of Burley Wood

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.

£22.50 per person