Askham Bog

Meeting point: Askham Bog Car Park, A1036 (walk)

We are very fortunate to be able to offer this event, to be led by Professor Sir John Lawton FRS, immediate past president of the host organisation of Askham Bog, the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust together with Professor Dr Alastair Fitter, John’s successor as President of the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust.

The event comes as the YWT embarks on the replacement of the current boardwalk system around the site and will take the form of a walk and talk. Along with the boardwalk replacement, YWT is planning a reserve wide refresh. So it’s a really exciting time to learn more about how this process will work while the location’s bugs, birds and other wildlife are getting into the swing of springtime. The event will appeal to all age-groups and its timing, during the school holidays will hopefully encourage younger participants too.

A limited amount of dedicated parking will be available near the main entrance : https://maps.app.goo.gl/wMmmL9VMcSmUPwTh9

Please book early to be sure of a place, because for logistical reasons, we shall be limited as to how many can safely use the current boardwalk. Also bear in mind that we might need to walk on the adjacent ground which may be wetter than usual this year and, bearing in mind the unpredictable weather, including the prospect of flooding, waterproofs and boots are definitely recommended.

For anyone who is unable to attend this event or who wants to visit the location after the new Boardwalk is in place, we are offering a second visit later in the summer, once again with Alastair and John to guide us around.