Guided Wildlife Walk

Guided Wildlife Walk

By Bird Aware Essex Coast

Join the Bird Aware Essex Rangers as we go for a free gentle guided walk in Brightlingsea to celebrate the Great Coastal Birdwatch 2025!

Date and time

Location

Batemans Tower

Promenade Way Brightlingsea CO7 0HH United Kingdom

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Highlights

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About this event

Join us for a light stroll as we take in the beauty that Brightlingsea, Essex has to offer as we launch the start of the Great Coastal Birdwatch 2025! Our team of coastal rangers will guide you from Bateman's Tower to Moverons Farm and back.

They'll be pointing out not only the magnificent bird species we have on our coast, but also the important habitats and a variety of wildlife along the way. We'll be keeping track of the different species we see and submitting a Great Coastal Birdwatch form. This means if you join us on this walk, you'll be helping us get a better image of the variety of bird life on the Essex coast.

Whether you're after a fun family activity, you're a seasoned birdwatcher or just wanting to be outside in nature, this walk is perfect for you! Walks are suitable for all ages, and well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times to avoid disturbing the wildlife. Tickets must be booked for all adults and children attending, and under 18s must attend with an adult.

We will meet at the Bateman's Tower at 1PM. Please bring suitable footwear, as the paths can get muddy and slippery after wet weather. Free parking is available at Promenade Way (///tending.pack.amicably). There are toilets within the car park.

Please feel free to get in touch with us at: info.essex@birdaware.org for any questions or queries!

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my dog to this walk?

Yes! Our coastal rangers love dogs, and have canine companions themselves! Well behaved dogs are welcome, but they must be kept on a lead at all times to avoid disturbance. We also do 'Waggy Wander' walks which are exclusively for dogs on the coast - so keep your eyes peeled!

Can my children attend?

Yes! We try and make our walks as interactive and inclusive as possible, and we hope that we can inspire the next generation! Anyone under the age of 18 must attend with an adult (over the age of 18).

Is this walk accessible for people with limited mobility?

This is a gentle walk with reasonable accessibility. Please note that the walk is likely to be a round trip of 2 hours, depending on how many stops we take. Some steps up to the sea wall towards Cattawade will be involved.

Will the walk go ahead if the weather is bad?

The walk will be going ahead as long as there isn't an amber weather warning, as there's always wildlife to see whatever the weather! Please do check the weather ahead of the walk and bring appropriate clothing.

If I have any questions, or need to cancel, who do I contact?

If you need to cancel, you can use Eventbrite to cancel your space. However, if you have any questions leading up to the walk or need further assistance, please e-mail: info.essex@birdaware.org

Is this walk suitable for beginners?

Yes, this wildlife walk is suitable for any abilities, and our team of coastal rangers will be on hand to answer any questions and identification queries you may have.

Organized by

Bird Aware Essex Coast

Our free wildlife and waggy walks are aimed at anyone looking to spend a bit of time in nature! Our team of Coastal Rangers will be on-hand to guide you through the most beautiful parts of the Essex coast with lots of interesting facts and advice on how you can enjoy the coast responsibly. You don't have to be an expert in bird watching (or have any interest in birds at all!), we'll be talking about all types of wildlife and habitats as we go!

On Sale Aug 26 at 10:00 AM