Birdwatching for Beginners at Chesil

Join us for week 2 of our Birdwatching for Beginners Course. This week we will be learning how to identify some of the waders and sea birds found along Chesil Beach and Fleet Lagoon. We recomend attending all 3 weeks of this course and you will recieve a free copy of the Bloomsbury Concise Bird Guide if you do so.

Chesil Beach and Fleet Lagoon are internationally important areas for nature conservation, supporting a great diversity of wildlife and their associated habitats.

Throughout the guided walk we will aim to spot as many species of birds as possible, and an early start whilst following a falling tide offers the best chance to see many of our waders including oystercatcher, ringed plover and hopefully little tern. As well as birding hints and tips there will be plenty of time to ask questions and more information about the nature reserve will be given throughout the walk.

The walk will start at 06:30am and will last for approximately 2 hours. Please aim to arrive 5-10 minutes before the start time.

Please bring with you binoculars and if you have a telescope that may be useful too. We do have a very limited number of binoculars to borrow and there will also be use of a telescope.

This event is suitable for beginners to birdwatching and for families, but all children (min age 8yrs) must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Sturdy footwear (eg walking boots) is recommended as we will be going over some uneven ground, and as the site is fairly exposed, please bring with you plenty of warm clothing and waterproofs just in case!

Unfortunately, no dogs are permitted on this event.

There is a large council-owned pay and display car park (Chesil Beach Pay & Display) next to the Wild Chesil Centre. Please note, parking charges are not included in the event ticket cost.

If coming by public transport, the number 1 bus runs regularly between Weymouth and Portland. If travelling from Weymouth direction the closest bus stop is Wyke Regis, opposite Ferrybridge and if travelling from Portland direction it is Wyke Regis, Chesil Beach Holiday Park. It is then approximately a 10-15 minute walk to the centre.

Further information from Wild Chesil Centre - Tel 01305 206191

Email chesilbeach@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk

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Terms and Conditions for Participants

DWT reserves the right to cancel the event at any time. In the event of DWT cancelling an event, a full refund will be issued.

DWT reserves the right to reschedule events in the event of unfavourable conditions and offer alternative dates or issue a full refund.

Cancelling your booking

Cancellations are accepted at the discretion of Dorset Wildlife Trust and a reasonable cancellation cause should be provided by the participant.

You may request a cancellation up to 7 days before the date of the course or workshop. You may be charged an administration fee.

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Oystercatcher and little tern photo © Angela Thomas