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What's on at Foxglove Covert - Events and Notices
Most events are not charged for but donations are always welcome. For more information or to book a place see the details of each event
Reserve Access: Fully Open
Monday 7th April 2025
The reserve access gate is back to being fully functional. Visitors can now access the reserve throughout the normal opening hours, veiwable here.
Dawn Chorus Guided Walk
Sunday 4th May 2025
5:30am-7:30am
Celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day with a guided walk around the reserve to experience the dawn chorus.
Walk starts from the Field Centre at 5:30am.
Bring along binoculars if you have them.
Donation of £5 per person. Free for Volunteers and Friends of Foxglove.
Bookings close Friday 2nd May, 12pm.
Foxglove Covert LNR is now taking bookings via Eventbrite.
Or visit foxglovecovertlnr.eventbrite.com
Learn to Scythe with Steve Tomlin
Sunday 25th May 2025
10am
Learn how to scythe with the UK's leading scythe instructor, Steve Tomlin, at Foxglove Covert LNR!
A full day course with all kit provided which will “leave you enthused and confident to scythe efficiently and safely”.
For more information visit Steve's website stevetomlincrafts.co.uk.
To book your place visit Steve's eventbrite page.
May Wellbeing Wander
Friday 30th May 2025
2pm-3pm
Join us on a nature-based wellbeing walk around the reserve.
Having a sense of place and connectedness, being grounded, is important for our general wellbeing and mental health. This is an invitation to pause and explore what being in nature can offer you.
Enjoy an afternoon of wellbeing starting with some mind awareness followed by a gentle walk where you get to listen, smell and watch what is around you and connect with any feelings which arise.
For more information and to book your place, visit Foxglove Covert's Eventbrite page: foxglovecovertlnr.eventbrite.com
Walking, Weaving and Wellness
Friday 30th May 2025
10am-3pm
Join us on a nature-based wellbeing day which includes a gentle walk and a crafting activity inspired by you and nature.
Having a sense of place and connectedness, being grounded is important for our general wellbeing and mental health. This is an invitation to pause and explore what being in nature can offer you, and an opportunity to immerse yourself in nature.
If this sounds like a ‘yes’ for you or has sparked some curiosity, why not join us for a day of wellbeing starting with some mind awareness and a gentle walk where you get to listen, smell and watch what is around you and connect with any feelings which arise.
For more information and to book your place on this free event, visit the Foxglove Covert Eventbrite page: foxglovecovertlnr.eventbrite.com
Introduction to Bee Keeping Weekend
Saturday 31st May 2025
9:45am-4pm
31 May & 1 June 2025
This event is delivered by Richmond & District Bee Keeper's Association (RDBKA).
A 2-day, weekend course on the theory of beekeeping, combined with a practical ‘hands-on’ experience (weather dependent). Delivered by experienced beekeepers, it is aimed at the newcomer to beekeeping; ideal for those who would like to ‘test the water’.
For more information and to book your place, visit the RDBKA's website www.richmondbeekeepers.co.uk/training-education
June Wellbeing Wander
Friday 20th June 2025
2pm-3pm
Join us on a nature-based wellbeing walk around the reserve.
Having a sense of place and connectedness, being grounded is important for our general wellbeing and mental health. This is an invitation to pause and explore what being in nature can offer you.
Enjoy an afternoon of wellbeing starting with some mind awareness followed by a gentle walk where you get to listen, smell and watch what is around you and connect with any feelings which arise.
For more information and to book your place, visit Foxglove Covert's Eventbrite page: foxglovecovertlnr.eventbrite.com
Scything for Beginners
Thursday 21st August 2025
9:30-3:30
One day course where you can learn about and have a go at scything.
3 dates are available: June 18th, June 30th and August 21st.
Donation of £75 per person, 10% off for Friends of Foxglove.
Foxglove Covert is now taking event bookings through eventbrite.
Or visit foxglovecovertlnr.eventbrite.com
Regular Groups
Foxglove Volunteer Group
Every Tuesday 9.30am
Volunteering is taking place again, please get in touch if you would like to join our friendly group.
Foxglove Volunteer Group meet every Tuesday, all year round, whatever the weather! We do a variety of tasks which are vital to the running of our 100 acre site. Jobs can be anything from coppicing and path maintenance to tree planting and felling. No previous experience is required.
If you want to stay for a full day make sure you bring a packed lunch. Old clothes and boots or wellies are, of course, a necessity. Gloves, tools and training are provided. There are other ways to be involved as a volunteer. Surveying, monitoring and fund-raising are just a few examples of where we need help. If you have a skill and/or some time to spare, why not give us a call.
Identifying and Recording Moths
Every Wednesday 9.00am
Moth species are monitored weekly whenever possible (this is a weather dependant activity). When the weather is suitable traps are set on Tuesday evenings. If you would like to help with identifying and recording the moths on a Wednesday morning, or would just like to come along and see these beautiful insects please contact the Reserve Managers for more information.
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