RXwildlife Sightings

On this website there are links to many local countryside events – click on wildlife events in the column on left…
20th March 2010 – Guided woodland archaeology walk in Brede High Woods @ 10.30am-1pm. Nicola Bannister will guide you through the evidence on the ground which tells the story of Brede High Woods’ rich historical past. TO RESERVE A PLACE – the events are free to attend but book up very quickly. To reserve your place reply to this email or for more information call James Luxton: 0845 2935734 jamesluxton@woodlandtrust.org.uk.

RSPB Dungeness nature reserve
Sunday 28 February, 2 pm – 3 pm. Admission free, booking advisable. 01797 320588.
Artist and illustrator Peter Partington will be giving an entertaining talk on his work and techniques.

RSPB Dungeness nature reserve
Sunday 28th February to Saturday 27th March (10 am – 4 pm on 28th, 5 pm thereafter).
We are delighted to be hosting an exhibition of work by reknowned wildlife artists Peter Partington and Bob Greenhalf. On the opening day Peter will be signing copies of the RSPB’s beautifully illustrated ‘Secret Lives’ books and will give a talk on his work and techniques (see below).

A leaflet describing the events organised by Rye Harbour Nature Reserve for next year is now available for download from the WildRye website. A hard copy will be distributed to all Friends of the nature reserve or you can pick one up at the Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre from December. Wildlife events in the whole RX area can be found from the “wildlife events” link in the left column.

Camber Castle will be open to visitors on Saturday 31st October from 1.00-4.00pm. New children’s book “The Ghost of Camber Castle” will be available to buy for just £7, and author Marian Mason will be there to sign your copy! Alternatively, people can take part in a guided walk taking in both the Castle and the wildlife at Castle Water. The walk leaves Brede Lock at 1pm and will finish at around 4pm. Donations appreciated.

24th and 25th October (9.30-5.30). Wildbird Care at Merriments Garden Centre are holding a special event. An opportunity to talk with and join the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. All Friends will receive 15% off all birdy products. At Hawkhurst Road, Hurst Green TN19 7RA

AND InFocus will be at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve on 24th with their selection of binoculars and telescopes.

The Age Of Stupid and The End of the Line are two new environmental films being shown at the RYE COMMUNITY CENTRE in the next few weeks. Entry will be free, but donations to costs welcomed. For more detail… Read the rest of this entry »

Saturday 24 October between 10.30 am and 3.30 pm
Join us in the Dungeness RSPB Visitor Centre to make wildlife feasts to keep your birds fit and healthy through the colder months. Then take a short stroll on our Homes for Wildlife trail to find out how to make your garden friendlier for all wildlife. Activities free but donations for materials appreciated.

Working for Water Voles and Otters in Sussex – is the title of an illustrated talk by Fran Southgate of the Sussex Wildlife Trust. THIS SATURDAY at 2.30pm at Winchelsea Beach Community Centre.  Open to all. Organised by the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve – donations appreciated.

Rye & District Camera Club are holding an evening with JOE CORNISH the Internationally renowned Landscape Photographer. “CRAFT, ART & SOUL” THE THREE PILLARS OF PHOTOGRAPHY At Rye College, The Grove, Rye, TN31 7NQ on Saturday 17th October 2009, at 7.30 p.m. Tickets are £6.00 and are available from Martello Bookshop, 26 High Street, Rye Tel. 01797 222242, or on the door.