Fungi Walks: Citizen Science
- Ages 18+
Discover fascinating facts about the fungi beneath your feet on an expert led autumn walk
Date and time
Location
The Waterside Café, The Regent's Park
Hanover Gate London NW1 4NU United KingdomAbout this event
- Event lasts 2 hours
- Ages 18+
Discover hidden worlds
Join our fun-gal Gemma from the Help Nature Thrive team as we take a walk through the park to identify and record fungi, to learn about their importance within a healthy and sustainable ecosystem.
We will discuss fungi identification, citizen science recording, woodland ecology and climate resilience.
This 2 hour beginners walk is aimed at adults with an interest in learning more about the natural world.
Please note: the walk starts the Waterside Café and ends near Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.
This opportunity and the Help Nature Thrive project are possible thanks to players of People’s Postcode Lottery.
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Further details about these events are in the FAQs section of our Eventbrite booking page via the links above. For any questions not answered by our FAQs, please contact HelpNatureThrive@royalparks.org.uk.
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This event will be led by The Royal Parks charity. By coming you are supporting our work to provide 5,000 acres of urban green respite in the centre of our bustling capital city. If you value your Royal Parks, please consider making an additional gift. It will make all the difference to their future.
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Frequently asked questions
This event is aimed at adults who are interested in learning more about fungi, citizen science, and ecology. It is suitable for both absolute beginners and for those who already have some knowledge.
We will walk at a slow-moderate pace, often venturing off-path on uneven or muddy park terrain. We will pause frequently to examine species closely. Species may be found at varying heights off the ground. You are free to leave the event at any time. Please contact HelpNatureThrive@royalparks.org.uk
This is an outdoor event so please wear comfortable clothing that is suitable for being outdoors at this time of year. The ground may be muddy or uneven, and some species may scratch or sting, so sturdy closed-toe footwear and covered legs and arms are advised. Bring a raincoat and warm layers.
No, but if you have your own hand lens (jewellers loupe) or magnifying glass, please do feel free to bring it with you. We will hand out resources to share on the day.
We kindly ask that dogs do not accompany you to this event. Assistance dogs are welcome.
The meeting point is outside the Waterside Café, The Regent's Park, Hanover Gate, London NW1 4NU https://maps.app.goo.gl/JEVmioy27LemxE1W8
We will finish the walk near to the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, approximately a 10-15 minute walk from our starting point.
Baker Street is the closest underground station, Marylebone is the closest railway station. There are a selection of buses along Park Road and Marylebone Road. There is no parking in The Regent’s Park near the meeting point.
The event will go ahead if cold or raining, but in the event of extreme weather it may be rescheduled or cancelled at short notice.
For any other questions please contact the Help Nature Thrive team via email: HelpNatureThrive@royalparks.org.uk.
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