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Events and courses

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Events and courses at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

In addition to the events and courses listed below, we also run four activity groups in craft, wildlife, history and creative writing.

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Wednesday, 1st June 2022, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Crafty Creatures - Rye Harbour (01/06/2022)

Drop into our education room at the Discovery Centre between 10.30am and 1pm and have a go at some arts and crafts. We’ll be creating some of our special wildlife using natural materials.

Suitable for accompanied children of all ages.

Meet at 

Saturday, 4th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Wildlife Rangers - Rye Harbour (04/06/2022)

Our monthly group for teenagers interested in finding out more about wildlife, taking part in practical conservation or those wanting to volunteer for their DofE awards.

This month we will be searching among the shingle for specialist plants and using leaves and flowers to create...

Wednesday, 8th June 2022, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Nature Babies - Rye Harbour (08/06/2022)

Wednesdays - 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th June 2022 - (4 sessions)

Introduce your baby to the great outdoors with our nature-based baby group. Lots of sensory experiences for little ones, singing and stories, plus a stroll around the reserve (bring buggies or carriers) and a chance...

Thursday, 9th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Shingle Flowers, Rye Harbour nature reserve (9/6/22) - Members Only

Members only 

A 2 mile circular walk around the beach and saltmarsh re-creation project. We will see a display of shingle flowers including a profusion of Sea Kale. Plus the nesting terns, gulls, ducks and waders. Refreshments not provided at this event, but available to buy...

Sunday, 12th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Walk with a Warden - Rye Harbour (12/06/2022)

Join us on a circular walk to see some of our summer bird visitors and we’ll also be celebrating National Insect Week by taking a look at some smaller wildlife.

Meet at Rye Harbour village car park TN31 7TY

No booking...

Saturday, 18th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Guide in a Hide - Rye Harbour (18/06/2022)

#30DaysWild Big Wild Weekend event

Drop in to the Gooders hide between the car park and the sea where there will be guides stationed throughout the day to show you the birds. Binoculars, telescopes and spotter...

Saturday, 18th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

30 Days Wild Big Wild Weekend - Rye Harbour (18/06/2022)

#30DaysWild Big Wild Weekend event

Come and explore the wider nature reserve and delve into the exciting world of pond life. Use a net to dip into the watery depths in search of mysterious creatures from the...

Sunday, 19th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Coastal Wildlife Walk - Rye Harbour (19/06/2022)

#30DaysWild Big Wild Weekend event

As part of the 30 Days Wild Big Wild Weekend, enjoy a walk around Rye Harbour Nature Reserve looking at the saltmarsh and shingle plants as well as many birds and...

Tuesday, 21st June 2022, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Camber Castle Wildlife Walk - Rye Harbour (21/06/22)

Leader: James Duncan

Rye Harbour's 465 hectares have international wildlife designations. Join us for a circular walk of approximately 6km, starting out from Brede Lock. We’ll follow the River Brede across the sheep fields to Henry VIII's Camber Castle, taking the...

Tuesday, 21st June 2022, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Field Sketching Workshop - Rye Harbour (21/06/2022)

Field sketching is a great way to increase your birding knowledge, as well as improve your drawing skills. In this short introductory course, we will look at how to master the general shapes of the different species seen at Rye Harbour, and practise some techniques to capture a sense of movement...

Saturday, 25th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Wildlife Watch - Rye Harbour (25/06/2022)

Monthly club for children 5-11 to discover more about Rye Harbour Nature Reserve wildlife through exploring, games, craft and learning countryside skills to help wildlife thrive.

Suitable for 5-11 year olds with a parent/carer.

Meet at

Wednesday, 29th June 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Rye Harbour - Nature Tots Age 3-5 (29/06/2022)

Wednesdays - 8th to 29th June 2022 (4 sessions) - with Natasha

10:00am to 12 noon

Explore, learn and play with all that’s found in the natural environment at Rye Harbour Nature reserve, with stories, songs, games and activities themed around seasonal...

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