Bat and moth evening walk
Discover the inhabitants of Staunton Harold after dark. As dusk falls, join the Ranger team to set up a moth surveying device.
While waiting for the moths, head out on a torchlit walk to discover the other winged inhabitants of Staunton, bats. With expertise provided by our friends at the Derbyshire Bat Group, discover more about bats and the different species you find by watching them flying and feeding as well as listening using bat detectors to hear their unique calls.
Following your walk, discover what moth species are calling Staunton "home", with an identification session with the help of our Ranger volunteers.
This walk is weather dependent as bats and moths don’t like the rain.
Please note:
- Car parking charge of £3.50 applies to non-National Trust members.
- Meet at Staunton Harold car park, near the Pay & Display machines.
- Wear comfortable footwear and dress in weather-appropriate clothing. You may want to bring extra layers ready for being outdoors as the sun sets. Don't forget a torch, too!
- The terrain is mostly level with some gravel paths and a tarmac track. There are no steps involved. The walk will be no longer than 1km. Toilets will be available. The event takes place at dusk and in the dark, with the use of a torch if required.
- Those with hearing impairments may be unable to hear the bat detectors, which operate at a high frequency.
- Suitable for ages 8+
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome on short leads.
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Discover the inhabitants of Staunton Harold after dark. As dusk falls, join the Ranger team to set up a moth surveying device.
While waiting for the moths, head out on a torchlit walk to discover the other winged inhabitants of Staunton, bats. With expertise provided by our friends at the Derbyshire Bat Group, discover more about bats and the different species you find by watching them flying and feeding as well as listening using bat detectors to hear their unique calls.
Following your walk, discover what moth species are calling Staunton "home", with an identification session with the help of our Ranger volunteers.
This walk is weather dependent as bats and moths don’t like the rain.
Please note:
- Car parking charge of £3.50 applies to non-National Trust members.
- Meet at Staunton Harold car park, near the Pay & Display machines.
- Wear comfortable footwear and dress in weather-appropriate clothing. You may want to bring extra layers ready for being outdoors as the sun sets. Don't forget a torch, too!
- The terrain is mostly level with some gravel paths and a tarmac track. There are no steps involved. The walk will be no longer than 1km. Toilets will be available. The event takes place at dusk and in the dark, with the use of a torch if required.
- Those with hearing impairments may be unable to hear the bat detectors, which operate at a high frequency.
- Suitable for ages 8+
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome on short leads.
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