Nature Stroll through Wilderness
Discover the beauty and wildlife of Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve with guided walks, as part of the upcoming Welcome Day event. Visitors can join the Warden at scheduled times (10:30 or 14:00) to explore the reserve and learn about its fascinating inhabitants.
Event Details
The guided walks will take place at the Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 6HX. The meeting point will be at the Visitor Centre.
Booking is essential for these walks, and costs £5 per person. However, the fee is refundable if you become a Suffolk Wildlife Trust member on the day; it's free for members.
Expert wildlife guides will be on hand to assist with spotting and identifying wildlife. The event also offers a variety of facilities, including a café with options suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and those with gluten allergies.
Accessibility and Additional Information
Only assistance dogs are allowed on trails except for the Sayer's Breck trail, where all dogs on leads are permitted. Binoculars and wildlife activity sheets can be hired or picked up for family enjoyment.
For specific accessibility requirements, it is advisable to contact Suffolk Wildlife Trust directly for up-to-date details.
Important Reminders
- Weather-appropriate clothing is required for the event.
- Walking shoes or boots are necessary for the event.
- Binoculars are recommended for the event.
- Information about parking is not provided.
- Our trails are not paved or tarmacked and can become more difficult to traverse following poor weather.
Please note that bicycle parking information is not available and facilities details are not given. For more information about the event terms and conditions, visit www.our website/eventinfo.
The event is scheduled for an unspecified date and booking is necessary as places are limited. For further queries, contact Lackford Lakes at lackford.engagement@our website.
The event is led by volunteer David, and the meeting point for the event is the Visitor Centre.
[1] Information sourced from the Suffolk Wildlife Trust website.
At the Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, visitors can enjoy the guided walk, learn about outdoor-living and home-and-garden lifestyle while exploring the reserve's beauty and wildlife. Following the event, unwind at the café with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options before or after the walk.
