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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, 2nd December 2023, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Wildlife Rangers – Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (02/12/2023)

Leader:  Jill Ferguson

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 clearing brambles to encourage...



Sunday, 3rd December 2023, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Winter Wreath Workshop - Rye Harbour (03/12/2023)

Katie Underwood of ‘Flower Show Presents’ will guide you through the process of making your own unique winter door wreath. You will use seasonal foliage, dried flowers and foraged treasures to produce a natural wreath that reflects the winter colours of Rye Harbour Nature...

Monday, 4th December 2023, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

John Muir Award for home school families - Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (04/12/23)

Leader: Jill Ferguson

Sorry this event is now fully booked

Five days of practical conservation tasks, games and creative activities that enable families to make a difference, make friends and make memories. Families who complete the programme...


Wednesday, 6th December 2023, 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM

Weekly Wednesday Wellbeing Walk at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (06/12/2023)

Enjoy the outdoors with a morning of gentle walking across Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

This walk is ideal if you'd like to socialise by walking in a group, want to learn more about Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and to improve wellbeing by spending time outdoors and engaging with...

Saturday, 9th December 2023, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Friends’ Open Day – Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (09/12/2023)

Leaders:  Friends of RHNR

A day to meet up with the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, starting with a guided walk from the car park at 8.30 (approx. 1.5 hours), while in the Discovery Centre from 10am-4pm there will be stalls of craft items and second-hand...

Saturday, 9th December 2023, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Friends of RHNR Christmas Quiz - Rye Harbour Discovery Centre (09/12/23)

Organised by Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

A general knowledge quiz with teams made up of up to 6 people. Why not make up a team and ask the captain to register.

Limited places Booking essential. Booking opens 1st November at 


Wednesday, 13th December 2023, 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM

Weekly Wednesday Wellbeing Walk at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (13/12/2023)

Enjoy the outdoors with a morning of gentle walking across Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

This walk is ideal if you'd like to socialise by walking in a group, want to learn more about Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and to improve wellbeing by spending time outdoors and engaging with...

Sunday, 17th December 2023, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Friends Walk: Festive Findings - Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (17/12/23)

Leaders: Friends of RHNR

Join the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve for a bigger walk taking in Flat Beach and the Barn Pools to see how birds behave during the colder weather. We should see a good variety of ducks, waders, gulls, finches and raptors. Approx...

Sunday, 17th December 2023, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Guide in a Hide – Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (17/12/2023)

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.

Suitable for all.

400m walk towards the sea from 

Wednesday, 20th December 2023, 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM

Weekly Wednesday Wellbeing Walk at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (20/12/2023)

Enjoy the outdoors with a morning of gentle walking across Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

This walk is ideal if you'd like to socialise by walking in a group, want to learn more about Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and to improve wellbeing by spending time outdoors and engaging with...

Wednesday, 27th December 2023, 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM

Weekly Wednesday Wellbeing Walk at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (27/12/2023)

Enjoy the outdoors with a morning of gentle walking across Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

This walk is ideal if you'd like to socialise by walking in a group, want to learn more about Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and to improve wellbeing by spending time outdoors and engaging with...

Friday, 29th December 2023, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Guide in a Hide – Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (29/12/2023)

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.

Suitable for all.

400m walk towards the sea from 

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