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Bat Walk

About Bat Walk

Batty about bats? Then this night-time wander to spot Chopwell's flying mammals is for you! Don't forget a torch. The walk meets at Lintzford lay-by on the A694, one mile west of Rowlands Gill.

How to get there:

Bat Walk starts at A694 Lintzford Lay-by in Chopwell Woodland Park. , Bat Walk starts at one mile west of Rowlands Gill in Chopwell Woodland Park. High Spen, Chopwell, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, and Newcastle are the nearest towns or villages.

Chopwell Woodland Park is signposted from High Spen village near Gateshead.

OS Grid Reference: NZ147570

For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

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PIPISTRELLE BAT ROOSTING IN BAT

BOX
Type of Event:
recreational, active, wildlife/nature and guided
Date:
Friday 20 August 2010
Booking is essential for this event. Please call 01388 488
Time:
8pm-10pm
Age Group:
All those interested
Cost of Event:
£3 adult, £1 child
Meeting Place:
A694 Lintzford Lay-by one mile west of Rowlands Gill
Clothing Required:
Sensible waterproof clothing,footwear and a torch
Booking Required:
01388 488312
Dogs Allowed:
No

Contact:

Neil Taylor
Ranger
01388 488312
e-mail: neil.taylor@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

What's of interest

This event is run in conjunction with Friends of Chopwell Wood.