Downhill Bat Experience Walk
Join us for an interesting talk on these fascinating creatures inside the iconic Mussenden Temple before setting off on a twilight walk in search of the native bats of Downhill Forest.
Join us as we take a look into the mysterious world of bats with local bat expert Karen Healy from Bat Conservation Ireland. This special night will include a talk about bats, a quiz about bats, some batty activities and if you're lucky, get up close and personal with our nocturnal friends. We then head out for a walk in Downhill Forest in search of bats.
Please note:
- Meet at Lions Gate Car Park, Mussenden Road, Castlerock, BT51 4RP, 15 minutes prior to start time to allow time to walk to the Mussenden Temple.
- Wear warm clothes and good footwear for the walk. Also a torch if you have one.
- There will be steps & rough terrain.
- Children over 8 years, accompanied by an adult.
- The walk will be weather dependant.
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Join us for an interesting talk on these fascinating creatures inside the iconic Mussenden Temple before setting off on a twilight walk in search of the native bats of Downhill Forest.
Join us as we take a look into the mysterious world of bats with local bat expert Karen Healy from Bat Conservation Ireland. This special night will include a talk about bats, a quiz about bats, some batty activities and if you're lucky, get up close and personal with our nocturnal friends. We then head out for a walk in Downhill Forest in search of bats.
Please note:
- Meet at Lions Gate Car Park, Mussenden Road, Castlerock, BT51 4RP, 15 minutes prior to start time to allow time to walk to the Mussenden Temple.
- Wear warm clothes and good footwear for the walk. Also a torch if you have one.
- There will be steps & rough terrain.
- Children over 8 years, accompanied by an adult.
- The walk will be weather dependant.