18/03/2020
The RSPB has made the difficult decision to suspend all Wildlife Explorers groups until September.
We are sure you will understand that the safety and wellbeing of everyone is the most important thing at this time. The circumstances are unique, and so is the reaction to this event.
Whenever we get any updates from the RSPB, we will pass them onto you.
Keep connecting with nature wherever you can. Be it in your back garden or local park, or even from your window. The benefits of a short walk with fresh air may become more and more important in the coming days.
RSPB statement:
Following the UK Government's advice, we have taken the difficult decision to temporarily close all our visitor centres, cafés and shops. As always, the safety and wellbeing of our visitors, staff and volunteers is our priority.
However, we know that nature can be a powerful force for good in difficult circumstances. As many of you have told us, it can lift our spirits, educate us, inspire us, and provide a space for us to exercise and enjoy fresh air.
For this reason, we intend to keep as many of our nature reserves open for as long as possible for you to enjoy.
Welcome signs of spring
Nature has a remarkable way of restoring calm. As I write this, I can hear songbirds calling and see a pair of blue t**s in my garden busy nest building - clear signs of spring and of birds getting ready to raise chicks.
Over the coming days, we’ll be updating all our reserve webpages with the latest information on where you can visit. We only ask that should you visit, please follow the latest guidance on social distancing and take care to look after yourselves and others.
I want to personally thank you for your ongoing patience and understanding during this challenging time for us all. We are so grateful for the support you provide for our work.
Best wishes and good health to all from everyone at the RSPB. Spring has sprung and we hope you’ll be able to take the opportunity to enjoy it.
With best wishes,
Beccy Speight
Chief Executive, The RSPB
Free entry and parking at RSPB nature reserves
All entry and car park charges will be waived until further notice.