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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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Saturday, 1st October 2022, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Wildlife Rangers - Rye Harbour (01/10/2022)

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

This month we will be building a hibernaculum to provide refuge for reptiles and amphibians to...

Saturday, 1st October 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Kind Table Pop Up - Rye (01/10/2022)

Rye Harbour Nature reserve will host The Kind Table in the Discovery Centre. 

The Kind Table are a local refill shop popping up to bring their amazing mini refills to a wider audience. Their aim is to help make it easier for people to go green, reduce their household waste & help...

Saturday, 1st October 2022, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Rye Harbour Camber Castle Final Autumn Opening

Always wondered what the inside of Camber Castle looks like?

Here's a chance to see with the final guided tours of the 2022 season.

Guided tours take place at 2pm & 3 pm.

Please be aware this takes place with the castle as the meeting up point, for guided tours...

Sunday, 2nd October 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Walk with a Warden - Rye (02/10/2022)

Join one of our wardens for a walk around Castle Water in a search for late warblers in the bushes, waders on the islands and wagtails overhead.

Meet at Brede Lock, TN31 7TD.

Car parking nearby in Rye

Donations...


Wednesday, 5th October 2022, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Nature Babies - Rye (05/10/2022)

Wednesdays - 5, 12, 19 & 26 October 2022 (Block booking – 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 to...

Wednesday, 19th October 2022, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Guided Walk at Castle Water and Camber Castle - Members Only (19/10/22)

Members only event at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

This circular walk of about 6km (4 miles) will visit the birdwatching hide overlooking Castle Water where we should see waders, egrets, ducks and Marsh Harrier. It will also include a tour inside...

Wednesday, 19th October 2022, 10:01 AM - 12:00 PM

Rye Harbour - Nature Tots (19/10/2022)

Wednesday mornings with Natasha - Wednesday 5th, 12th & 19th October 2022 (3 sessions)

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...

Friday, 21st October 2022, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Auks and Orcas: A Journey around the British Isles - Rye (21/10/22)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Due to staff sickness this talk has been changed to: Seaside Flowers of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve by Dr Barry Yates


For this afternoon's talk join Michael Blencowe as we set...



Tuesday, 25th October 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saltmarsh Explorer - Rye (25/10/2022)

Discover what lives in the mudflats and saltmarsh then bring some finds to check out under the microscopes in the Discovery Centre

Suitable for children aged 5-11 years.  Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Meet at...

Wednesday, 26th October 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Birds of a Feather Day - Rye (26/10/2022)

Discover the birdlife at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and create a bird to take home.

Suitable for children age 5-11 years.  Children must be accompanied by an adult

Meet at Rye Harbour Discovery Centre TN31...

Thursday, 27th October 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Wildlife Rangers - Rye Harbour (27/10/2022)

A half term session for teenagers to take part in Camber Castle Courtyard Reveal using English Heritage methodology – an exciting opportunity to be involved in uncovering archaeological features of this historic building. 

Suitable for 12-16 year olds. Parents do not...

Thursday, 27th October 2022, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Castle Water Wildlife Walk - Rye Harbour (27/10/22)

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...

Friday, 28th October 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wild Beach Family Fun - Rye (28/10/2022)

SORRY, THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED


Join us for a morning of family fun and games on the beach including a strandline scavenger hunt, tallest tower competition, pebble picture creations and lots more..

Meet at Rye...

Saturday, 29th October 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Wildlife Watch - Rye (29/10/2022)

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.


Saturday, 29th October 2022, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Guide in a Hide - Rye Harbour (29/10/22)

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 sheets available for you to use.

400m walk towards the sea from

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