Description
Beguiling Bats Bat Walk – our bat discovery talk and walk event.
8.15 – 11pm, date in July 2026 to be confirmed
At Bank Woods, Summerbridge, includes cake!
We are delighted to welcome David Watkins, local bat expert, to host this event at our beautiful Bank Woods, Summerbridge, in Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Beauty.
Firstly, you will learn the basics of bat behaviour, life cycle and identification. In our beautiful barn studio, David will explain some of the distinguishing features and fascinating lives of these iconic mammals.
After David’s talk, we will enjoy hot or cold drinks and cake. You can ask David your burning bat questions.
As dusk sets in, at around 9.45pm, we will take a short walk to our ancient woodlands and meadows, for the Bat Walk. David will use his thermal camera and share audio equipment so that we can detect and identify the different bats who call Bank Woods their home.
You can read about some of the bats you might see here.
More Details:
Timings: 8.15pm to 11pm (approx) – you may leave earlier if you wish
Date: to be confirmed July 2026 – Please email helen@makeitwild.co.uk to be notified as soon as the date is confirmed.
Location: Bank Woods HG3 4JR
What you should bring:
- Suitable clothing for being outside – hopefully we will enjoy a warm evening, but it may be cool!
- Sturdy walking shoes or boots are recommended
- Water to drink if required
Children are welcome, but must be under the supervision of a responsible adult at all times.
What happens next? (Once the date is confirmed…)
Simply buy here.
Please write the names of the participants in the box, and any dietary requirements in the ‘Notes’ section at checkout.
You will receive an automatic confirmation, which you don’t need to print. Closer to the time we will be in touch with directions and further information.
