Days out in nature this season

Crafted with love

RSPB South Stack

Love is in the air in Wales, and what better way to celebrate Dydd Santes Dwynwen (St Dwynwen’s Day) – the Welsh patron saint of lovers – than lino printing cards or your own artwork. Personalise your own pieces to the theme or gift them to that special someone in your life (including yourself!). Join us on 25 January between 10.30am–12.30pm, £21 (£26 for non-members). Book now

Get Big Garden Birdwatch ready

RSPB Lochwinnoch

Learn to recognise common garden birds ahead of the Big Garden Birdwatch. Photo: Brian Morrison (rspb-images.com)

Prepare for the RSPB’s annual citizen science event on 23–25 January with this handy workshop. Get familiar with frequently seen garden birds and carry out the Birdwatch with confidence thanks to the help of this beginner’s session. Expert advice from your guide will teach you how to identify common birds and how best to observe wildlife. You can also try out different binoculars and scopes, plus get 20% off in the shop when you book. Kickstart your 2026 with some birdwatching on 25 January from 10.15am–12.45pm, £12 (£15 for non-members). Book your place, and learn more about the Big Garden Birdwatch.

Heronry experience

RSPB Fairburn Ings

Grey Herons build their nests high up in trees. Photo: Ben Andrew (rspb-images.com)

Nothing quite compares to the bizarre sight of Grey Herons nesting in the trees, their huge dinosaur-like forms perched in large, messy nests. Witness elegant Grey Herons, as well as Cormorants, in their natural sanctuary with a special guided experience at RSPB Fairburn Ings. Discover more about their habits and observe their graceful flight at this West Yorkshire nature reserve, which is now home to some of the UK’s most elusive birds, including Bitterns, Bearded Tits, Cetti’s Warblers and Spoonbills. Multiple dates are available in February, and the event runs from 10.30am–12pm, £17 (£21 for non-members). Book now