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Pipistrelle Bat by Tom Marshall

Spooky Spurn Bat Walk

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Join us for a guided walk, in search of our elusive nocturnal residents.

Event details

Date

Time
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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About the event

Learn more about Britain's amazing bat species on a two hour walk with our helpful guides. You will learn how to use a bat detector and put this into action, becoming a bat detective. You will learn about the different frequencies bats use and how we are able to identify species through sound alone.

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted
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Mobility

This event takes place on some uneven ground and lasts 2 hours.

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Wheelchair access

Yes
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Hearing loop

No
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What to bring

What to bring/wear

Our event takes place outside so brace yourself for the Yorkshire weather! We'd recommend sturdy and waterproof footwear or wellies, and lots of layers!

While some torches will be provided with red light filters, you are able to bring your own. Torches with red light filters are preferred.

Toilets and catering

There are toilets (including an accessible toilet). The café at the Spurn Discovery Centre closes are 4pm, but the toilet facilities will still be open.

Covid-19 secure

If you have tested positive or think you may have Covid-19 we ask you to stay at home. Please contact Supporter Services if this is the case and your booking will be refunded. Visit our events Covid-19 page for more details.

Joining us on the day

Please meet at our picnic benches in the Spurn Discovery Centre's outdoor auditorium.

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Parking information

There is a £5 parking charge, which helps us to maintain the centre and look after the reserve. There is free parking for Wildlife Trust members who display their up-to-date membership card on their car dashboard.
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Bicycle parking

Yes
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Facilities

Toilets
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Electric car charging point
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Contact us

Supporter Services
Contact number: 01904 659570
Contact email: supporter.services@ywt.org.uk