Events

We aim to find and list local events concerning local conservation and wildlife in Ascot and surrounding areas, as well as events organised by us. Also see the links to local activities in the Resource Centre

Upcoming events

Friday 29th May 8:30 to 10:30 pm

Nightjar walk in Swinley Forest. Join us to listen to the curious churring of nightjars and hopefully get to see these crepuscular birds. Led by BTO bird recorder David Calcutt. Meeting by the entrance at the end of Woodlands Ride, Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/egh4iXrGKQBbxfJY7 Parking available along Woodlands Ride. Dress warmly with long trousers and sleeves. Mosquito repellant recommended.

Thursday 11th June 10 to 11:30 am

Blythewood woodland Himalayan balsam bash to prevent spread of this invasive species and reducing the bamboo which is a spreading garden escapee. Also litter picking in the woodland to remove hazards to wildlife. We will also work at Blackmoor Pond  if we have enough volunteers. Street parking available near any access point. Please come along, with gardening gloves. Meeting and working near the spider web climbing frame. Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/W7YXfq3Xq1ECFgKA8 

Saturday 13th June 9:30 am to 12:30 

Conservation work at Allens Field - wildflower & pollinator surveys, dead hedging. Please bring gardening gloves and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Meeting in the car park - off Liddell Way, South Ascot  SL5 9UZ here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/seRhoQSrTEsyqWw2A

Monday 15th June 7:30 pm

A BFNHS talk: 'The Great Bustard Reintroduction Programme' by David Waters.  In the Recital Room at South Hill Park Arts Centre, RG12 7PA. Doors open at 7 pm. Visitors are welcome and there is no need to book. Visitors £4, Members free. Cash at the door.  More information here: http://www.bfnathistsoc.org.uk/

Wednesday 8th July 12.30-15.30

Working Party at Ascot Heath Primary School - Infant school wildlife garden. Please come along, with gardening gloves, to help maintain this space for the children's nature education. Meeting at the school reception. Rhododendron Walk, North Ascot SL5 8PN, Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bhYjdUnG1pc5rigg8 

Saturday 11th July 9:30 am to 12:30 

Conservation work at Allens Field - pond survey, wildflower & pollinator surveys, other work to be decided. Please bring gardening gloves and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Meeting in the car park - off Liddell Way, South Ascot  SL5 9UZ here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/seRhoQSrTEsyqWw2A

Friday 17th July to Sunday 9th August 

The Big Butterfly Count - spend a sunny 15 minutes spotting and recording butterflies in your favourite local spot. Take part in this nationwide citizen science project: - https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/about 

Saturday 18th July 2 pm

Join us for a Big Butterfly Count around St. Michael's Church - hoping for sunshine around 2 pm! Meeting in the church carpark here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zy3Z1hwGMkCzg6fv5 

Tuesday July 21st 2 to 4 pm

Pond survey at Lakeview Local Wildlife Site. Please email ascot.wildlife@gmail.com to join us as numbers are limited and the session will be postponed to Tuesday 28th July if conditions are not suitable on the 21st.

Friday 7th August 8 pm

Prepare and set small mammal traps for survey at Allens Field. Trousers, long sleeved clothes, sturdy shoes and insect repellent recommended. Meeting in the car park - off Liddell Way, South Ascot  SL5 9UZ here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/seRhoQSrTEsyqWw2A

Saturday 8th August 9:30 am to 12:30 

Conservation work at Allens Field - Small mammal survey; Big Butterfly Counts, wildflower & pollinator surveys. Please bring gardening gloves and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Meeting in the car park - off Liddell Way, South Ascot  SL5 9UZ here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/seRhoQSrTEsyqWw2A

Saturday 12th September 9:30 am to 12:30 

Conservation work at Allens Field - work to be decided. Please bring gardening gloves and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Meeting in the car park - off Liddell Way, South Ascot  SL5 9UZ here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/seRhoQSrTEsyqWw2A

More 2026 Activities - To be added soon