Fungal Friends Days Out

LATEST EVENTS

2025

Marbury CP Cheshire	20th September - WOODLAND WANDERS - Join us for an amble in the park, where countless wonders of nature are just waiting for us to discover them. Venue: Meet under Marbury Lodge (the oak shelter near the Rangers’ Cabin) Booking: essential Contact: Brenda Yates 07941 710791 2 walks, 10 til 12noon and 1pm til 3pm - we aim to see a fine array of species.



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.



Daresbury Firs	19th October - Private Walk



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.



Styal Country Park	28th October - AUTUMN NATURAL ADVENTURE - Meet at 10.30am at the visitor centre for a walk in the wild where we will seek out 100 species in 2.5 hours. Fungi, life under logs, a few late blooms, the odd gall and a few other miracles will all be pondered on this introduction to the crucial world of nature. Call to book your place on .....



SITE TBC	2nd November - Asco and Moss Day (Private walk)

2026

Grappenhall	23rd May - SPRING WALK - A look at the species of springtime with recording, sharing and learning the aim of the gentle pootle. 100 species the target as per with a good mix of miracles sought. Booking via emailing ‘Amiee’ at greenangels@thelandtrust.org.uk then go for it (NOTE - booking doesn’t open until a month before the event)



New Cut Trails and Paddington Meadows	27th May - 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



Airlift Hill	6th June - SUMMER WALK - A look at the species of early summer with recording, sharing and learning the aim of the gentle pootle. 100 species the target as per with a good mix of miracles sought. The insects should be out in good numbers now - get your nets ready. Booking via emailing ‘Amiee’ at greenangels@thelandtrust.org.uk then go for it (NOTE - booking doesn’t open until a month before the event)



Callands (Near Bewsey)	20th June - SPRING WALK - A look at the species of springtime with recording, sharing and learning the aim of the gentle pootle. 100 species the target as per with a good mix of miracles sought. Booking via emailing ‘Amiee’ at greenangels@thelandtrust.org.uk then go for it (NOTE - booking doesn’t open until a month before the event)



Dobcroft NR	25th July - 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	22 August - SUMMER WALK - A look at the species of later summer with recording, sharing and learning the aim of the gentle pootle. 100 species the target as per with a good mix of miracles sought. It will be good to compare the species seen on this day with those seen on the walk earlier in the year. Booking via emailing ‘Amiee’ at greenangels@thelandtrust.org.uk then go for it (NOTE - booking doesn’t open until a month before the event)



New Cut Trails and Paddington Meadows	26th August - 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



Appleton Woods	3 October - AUTUMNAL WALK - Another 100 species are sought on a walk where galls, fungi and life under logs will take precedence with a few late blooms, birds and insects thrown into the mix. Booking via emailing ‘Amiee’ at greenangels@thelandtrust.org.uk then go for it (NOTE - booking doesn’t open until a month before the event)