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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, 3rd December 2022, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Wildlife Rangers - Rye Harbour (03/12/2022)

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 trimming and cutting back some of the problem plants, and using natural materials to make...

Sunday, 4th December 2022, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Walk with a Warden - Rye (04/12/2022)

Enjoy some winter birdwatching and walking around the wetland habitats of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve with a wildlife expert guide on this circular walk.

Meet at Rye Harbour village car park TN31 7TY

No Booking required...

Sunday, 4th December 2022, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Natural Tree Decoration Workshop - Rye (04/12/2022)

Join our craft workshop hour to choose natural materials to make some wildlife inspired tree decorations to take home.

Meet at Rye Harbour Discovery Centre TN31 7FW

Suitable for children age 5-15 accompanied by an...

Thursday, 8th December 2022, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Castle Water Wildlife Walk - Rye Harbour (08/12/22) - CANCELLED

APOLOGIES BUT OWING TO STAFF SICKNESS, THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED

Leader: James Duncan

Rye Harbour's 465 hectares have international wildlife designations. Join us for a circular walk of approximately 6km, starting out from...



Saturday, 10th December 2022, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Guide in a Hide - Rye Harbour (10/12/22)

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

Friday, 16th December 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Beginning Birdwatching - Rye Harbour (16/12/22) - FULLY BOOKED

Leader: James Duncan

Rye Harbour is renowned for its magnificent bird life where more than 280 species have been recorded. Many have significant breeding populations on the reserve but others are migratory, stopping to refuel during epic journeys of flight. There will...

Wednesday, 21st December 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Winter Solstice Crafts for Kids - Rye (21/12/2022)

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT BUT WE STILL HAVE SPACE ON SESSION 2 THIS AFTERNOON, 1-3PM 

A fun morning collecting natural materials and crafting for the...


Wednesday, 21st December 2022, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Winter Solstice Crafts for Kids 2 - Rye (21/12/2022)

A fun afternoon collecting natural materials and crafting for the shortest day of the year.

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

Wednesday, 28th December 2022, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Guide in a Hide - Rye Harbour (28/12/2022)

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...

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