What’s on

Explore the amazing array of wildlife on your doorstep at the Avon Gorge, Clifton and Durdham Downs in Bristol. There’s plenty to do with discovery walks, wildlife talks and in-depth workshops, plus family and children’s holiday fun to choose from!

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Upcoming sessions

    Tapestry of trees – Granny Downs discovery session

    What on earth are the ‘Granny Downs’? Explore this special tree trail with Robin Haward from FoDAG and the AGDW Biodiversity engagement manager as part of Bristol Walk Fest.
  • Old postcard of Bridge Valley Road and the Promenade

    Promenades & panoramas – engaging heritage discovery.

    Following the huge success of our heritage session over the past 2 years, our fabulous story-walker and author, Clare Reddaway, has created a brand new heritage session especially for us in a completely new part of Clifton Down! Part of Bristol Walk Fest.

    Magic meadow adventures – children’s half-term nature club

    Get involved in our immersive and friendly half term nature club as together we explore the spectacular wildflower meadows on Durdham Down with an exciting wildflower treasure hunt!
  • Ed Drewitt points out species

    Tweet talk! – in-depth workshop on birdsong

    A fascinating birdsong ID workshop with naturalist Ed Drewitt, with fieldwork out on the Downs followed by some theory inside.

    Topgun of the sky – outdoor wildlife talk

    A fascinating insight into the world of the peregrine falcon pair which nest in the Avon Gorge every year with expert Ed Drewitt.

    Life in the long grass – bugs, beetles & butterflies discovery session

    Can you imagine a warm summer’s day with the bees buzzing around you as you slow down and take a closer look at the small creatures living beneath your feet. Then get involved and join other like-minded people in the Downs community for an immersive invertebrate hunt with expert Ray Barnett in the spectacular long grass!

    Drawn to the Light – moth discovery session

    Join us in the beautiful Botanic Gardens,to discover which hidden gems have arrived in our special moth light trap overnight with the expert help of Bristol Museum’s entomology lead, Ray Barnett. Then we’ll all set off together to explore Clifton Down’s day-flying moths in the tussocky grasses and scrub patches.

Header photograph: Meadow on the Downs (© Denice Stout).