Fungal Friends Days Out

LATEST EVENTS

2025

National Forest	17th May - Nosey Nature Pootle - 1pm til 3pm for all ages and a chance tp look at 100 species in 2 hours and appreciate the great wild world and what is all around us

New Cut Trails and Paddington Meadows	21st May - GENERAL RECORDING SESSION - The first general wildlife walk of the year for the fine folk who look after this precious area and for anyone else who wants to come and have a natural nosey. The aim - to see, record and get this area respected and protected. Meeting point is Woolston Park South, Woolston. The "what3words" code for Woolston Park South is "rather:closed:porch" the postcode is WA1 4AG, behind Warrington Fencing Ltd. Contact 07710 548170 or email info@newcutrail.com



Grappenhall Woods and Gardens	24th May - CELEBRATING SPRING SPECIES - Another relaxed walk for the Land Trust looking at the species of Spring with the aim to enjoy a leisurely stroll, record 100 species and get others clued in and going away armed to do their bit. 10am til 1pm. FREE Booking available from April 2025 on 07392 260215 or at marybreeze@thelandtrust.org.uk. FREE.


Highfield Country Park	25th May - SPRING NATURE POOTLE - A session seeking 100 wildlife species. A gentle wander looking at the natural world with a view to find, admire, appreciate and record. 10am til 12.30pm. Meet at the log seats inside the Highfield Road entrance. Contact fohcp@yahoo.com to book ypour place. FREE



Airlift Hill	31st May - MARVELLOUS MAY MEANDER - A return to a site in need of attention and care. A chilled walk for the Land Trust looking at the a variety of early species with the aim to enjoy a leisurely stroll, record 100 species and get others clued in doing their bit. 10am til 1pm. FREE Booking available from April 2025 on 07392 260215 or at marybreeze@thelandtrust.org.uk. FREE.



Hassall Green Nature Reserve, Betchton Lane, CW11 4XX	8th June - NATURE APPRECIATION AND RECORDING SESSION - A 3 hour exploration looking at a variety of species and this very special limied access site. Emphasis will be on enjoying the joys of nature, learning to ID many species and of course, recording what we see. 10am til 1pm. FREE Please contact E: rebeccamooney@thelandtrust.org.uk or on T. 01925 852005 \| M. 07920139209



Bewsey Woods	14th June - LEISURELY SUMMERTIME RECORDING- A wildlife recording day looking to enjoy what we see, record 100 species and share the joys of the great natural world. 10am til 1pm. FREE Booking available from April 2025 on 07392 260215 or at marybreeze@thelandtrust.org.uk. FREE.



Dobcroft NR	15th June - Mini Bioblitz - Dobcroft Nature Reserve Recording Day - Led by Naturalist Dave Higginson-Tranter and moth aficionado Stephen Palmer alongside Carolyn, this Sunday stroll promises a delightful exploration of flora and fauna. Join us as we identify and record the diverse plants and animals inhabiting Dobcroft. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your connection with nature and contribute to vital conservation efforts!



Airlift Hill	30th August - A CENTURY OF SPECIES - A walk for all ages, looking at the diversity, the importance of protecting local sites and recording 100 species (or maybe more). 10am til 1pm. FREE Booking available from April 2025 on 07392 260215 or at marybreeze@thelandtrust.org.uk. FREE.



New Cut Trails and Paddington Meadows	10th September - GENERAL RECORDING SESSION - The second general wildlife walk of the year for the fine folk who look after this precious area and for anyone else who wants to come and have a natural nosey. The aim - to see, record and get this area respected and protected. Meeting point is Woolston Park South, Woolston. The "what3words" code for Woolston Park South is "rather:closed:porch" the postcode is WA1 4AG, behind Warrington Fencing Ltd. Contact 07710 548170 or email info@newcutrail.com



Speke Hall The Walk, Speke, Liverpool, L24 1XD	15th September - WOODLAND ODDMENTS WONDERLAND - A 2 hour wander looking at the world of fungi, galls, late blooms, a few insects and life under logs - a go with the flow encounter with the wild world - 100 species the target. The meeting place is near the main cafe.



RSPB Coombes Valley Bradnop, Leek ST13 7EU	21st September - AUTUMN APPRECIATION WALK - Meet at 10.00am in the car park near the visitor centre for a 3 hour stroll looking at the wonders of the natural world. Fungi, galls, late blooms; life under logs and bugs and maybe a few birds too. 150 species is the target, can we do it. Call 01538 384017 to book your place.



Arley Hall Back Lane, Arley, Northwich CW9 6NA	27th September - ARLEY'S AUTUMNAL NATURE WALK - A look at the fungi, the late blooms, the micro world, life under logs and other hidden fascinations that people just walk past. A gentle and casual session of observances with emphasis placed on seeing, discussing, appreciation and recording a range of natural wonders. Book tickets on 01565 777353.



Little Budworth CP	16th October - A private Autumnal Wildlife Walk for the Crewe and Nantwich u3a Environmental, Conservation and Wildlife Group - 10am til 1pm



Lingley Woods	18th October - AUTUMNAL WILDLIFE DAY - In the midst of a glorious season we will take a stroll to look at any late blooms, a few galls, any late flying insects, life under logs and of course... fungi. The key is to enthuse, discover, learn and apprecaite. 10am til 1pm. FREE Booking available from April 2025 on 07392 260215 or at marybreeze@thelandtrust.org.uk. FREE.



Tatton Park Knutsford Drive, Knutsford WA16 CW9 6NA	19th October - TATTON'S AUTUMNAL WALK - A look at fungi, life under logs, galls, insects and other fascinations of the natural world. The aim to see, appreciate, discuss and record a range of species that add tpo the beauty of the autumnal months. 11am—3:00pm The event must be pre booked. Please call 01625 374428.



Speke Hall The Walk, Speke, Liverpool, L24 1XD	22nd October - FUNGI, FANTASTIC TALES AND OTHER NATURAL INTRIGUES - A 2 hour wander looking at the world of fungi. Identification, conservation and just general enjoyment are the main aims of this walk with emphasis placed on respecting these miraculous structures. Starts at 11.00am. The meeting place is near the main cafe.



RSPB Coombes Valley Bradnop, Leek ST13 7EU	25th October - WOODLAND ODDMENTS WALK - Meet at 10.00am in the car park near the visitor centre for a 3 hour stroll looking at the wonders of the fungal world, life under logs, a few galls and anything else that catches the eye. Emphasis as always is on identifying, recording and appreciating. Call 01538 384017 to book your place.