More events in August

Common blue butterfly on bramble at the Butterfly Park. Photo: NFBP

Sunday 11th August

Fruit Picking Workshop and Fundraising Day

New Ferry Butterfly Park

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Come and see what grows at the park and collect some fruit and other edibles. We will also be having a raffle and cake stall (any donations for these will be very welcome).

Family friendly but children must be accompanied by an adult.

Stout footwear and waterproofs recommended.

Public transport available - the Park is next to Bebington Train Station. Map of location.

For more information contact Carol Ramsay by email.

Hilbre Island from Red Rocks. Photo: Dweller88

Thursday 15th, Thursday 29th and Friday 30th August

Hilbre Island Guided Walks

Meet 10 a.m.

Head out across the sands from West Kirby to discover the rock pools, seals and seabirds of Hilbre Island. Keep an eye out for the inquisitive grey seals and take part in a scavenger hunt too.

Cost: £5.

Booking essential - Contact Tracey Gibson at Cheshire Wildlife Trust on 01948 820728.

Cleaver Heath. Photo: Laura Higginbottom

Sunday 25th August

Heathland Walk

Meet Cleaver Heath, Heswall - 1.30 p.m.

This event is jointly organised by Wirral Wildlife and Wirral Rangers. A two-hour guided walk, looking at the wildlife and management of Cleaver Heath and Heswall Dales, both areas of scarce lowland heath and designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Sorry, no dogs.

Further details from Mike - 342 4249 (Wirral Wildlife) or Paul - 677 7594 (Mid-Wirral Rangers).