World Swallowtail Day 2025 at Wheatfen

World Swallowtail Day 2025 at Wheatfen

Celebrate World Swallowtail Day at Wheatfen with the Ted Ellis Trust and Butterfly Conservation.

By Wheatfen Nature Reserve
1.2k attendees hosted 📈

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Starts on Sun, 8 Jun 2025 09:00 BST

Location

Wheatfen Nature Reserve

The Covey Surlingham Norwich NR14 7AL United Kingdom

About this event

Celebrate World Swallowtail Day by enjoying a self-led walk on the special Swallowtail trail to learn more about and spot these magnificent butterflies.

Knowledgable volunteers will be stationed along the trail at various points to help you out.

Wellies strongly recommended.

Refreshments and plants for sale (cash only, no card machine).

Free admission but donations welcome. Booking essential for all participants.

There are five time slots throughout the day at 9.00am, 10.30am, 12.00pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm. Limited places available, please book your preferred slot.

When you arrive please show the Warden your ticket on your phone or print it out to be admitted to the event.

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Wheatfen Nature Reserve
1.2k attendees hosted

Wheatfen is a magical reserve with open fens, swaying reeds and wild woodlands just waiting for you to explore. It is managed by the Ted Ellis Trust, who run free and paid events throughout the year for visitors to enjoy.