About Nightwatch
A nocturnal voyage of discovery in Dalby Forest. Included in the evening is star gazing with the local astronomical society (weather permitting), live moth trapping and bat detecting. There will also be convalescent bats to meet with expert information about them, and the chance to meet an owl and learn about owl conservation work in the area. Bring a torch and wear plenty of warm clothing. The event will officially finish at 23:30 (11:30 pm) although you may leave when you wish.
How to get there:
Nightwatch starts at Dalby Forest Visitor Centre and Shop in Dalby Forest. Thornton-le-Dale is the nearest town or village.
By car or cycle. Leave the A170 Scarborough to Thirsk road at Thornon le Dale, 14 miles west of Scarborough.Take the road signed for Whitby. The entrance to the forest is signed about one and a half miles from Thornton le Dale. Follow the Forest Drive to the Visitor Centre.
OS Grid Reference: SE 855 878
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info
What's on in Dalby Forest
March
- Bushcraft for Adults Saturday 20 March 2010 to Sunday 21 March 2010
Saturday 15 May 2010 to Sunday 16 May 2010
Saturday 18 September 2010 to Sunday 19 September 2010
April
- Star Watching Friday 5 February 2010
Friday 5 March 2010
Friday 2 April 2010
Friday 7 May 2010
Friday 3 September 2010
Friday 1 October 2010
Friday 5 November 2010 - Dalby Duck Dash Monday 5 April 2010
- Easter Fun Day Wednesday 7 April 2010
- Paper in the Making Wednesday 14 April 2010
Wednesday 27 October 2010
May
- Star Watching Friday 5 February 2010
Friday 5 March 2010
Friday 2 April 2010
Friday 7 May 2010
Friday 3 September 2010
Friday 1 October 2010
Friday 5 November 2010 - Bushcraft for Adults Saturday 20 March 2010 to Sunday 21 March 2010
Saturday 15 May 2010 to Sunday 16 May 2010
Saturday 18 September 2010 to Sunday 19 September 2010 - Dawn Patrol Saturday 1 May 2010
- Comitatus - The End of the Roman Empire. Saturday 15 May 2010 to Sunday 16 May 2010
- Big Bank Holiday Build Monday 31 May 2010
| Type of Event: |
| seasonal, recreational and wildlife/nature |
| Date: |
| Saturday August 16 2008 |
| Time: |
| 20:00 - 23.30 |
| Age Group: |
| Family |
| Cost of Event: |
| £5 per adult and £3.00 per child less than 14 yrs. |
| Easy Access: |
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| Meeting Place: |
| Dalby Forest Visitor Centre and Shop |
| Clothing Required: |
| Suitable warm clothing, waterproofs and a torch are essential. |
| Booking Required: |
| Booking not required |
| Dogs Allowed: |
| No |
Contact: |
| Recreation Manager 01751 472771 e-mail: nym@forestry.gsi.gov.uk |
