Archive for the 'Events' Category

20th March 2010, Saturday

“On the Trail of the Crane”

.. is the title of a talk organised by the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve – TONIGHT . Ralph & Brenda Todd follow the migration of the Common Crane. Winchelsea Beach Community Hall at 7.30pm. Open to all, donations appreciated.

19th March 2010, Friday

RSPB Dungeness

Optics demo
Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 March
10 am – 5 pm

Phone 01797 320588 for more info.

4th March 2010, Thursday

Events reminder

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.

23rd February 2010, Tuesday

The art of Peter Partington

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.

23rd February 2010, Tuesday

Exhibition and sale of paintings by Bob Greenhalf and Peter Partington

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).

17th November 2009, Tuesday

Wildlife Events 2010

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.

30th October 2009, Friday

Camber Castle open on Saturday

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.

22nd October 2009, Thursday

Birdy Weekend

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.

21st October 2009, Wednesday

Two Environmental Films

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 »

15th October 2009, Thursday

Feed the Birds Day – family event

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.