Wildlife Watch - Moths and butterflies (Family event)

A swallowtail butterfly with wings fully outstretched on blossom on a bush

Swallowtail butterfly (Credit Tom Hibbert)

A beautiful green and pink moth on a purple foxglove flower

Moths and butterflies event (Credit Tom Hibbert)

Wildlife Watch - Moths and butterflies (Family event)

Location:
Hickling Broad and Marshes, Stubb Road, Hickling, NR12 0BW
Book
Discover amazing moths and butterflies! Children learn why these insects matter and simple ways to help protect them.

Event details

Meeting point

We will meet at the visitor centre

Date

Time
10:30am - 12:30pm
A static map of Wildlife Watch - Moths and butterflies (Family event)

About the event

These incredible creatures are more than just a pretty insect! Join us to discover more about these wonderful pollinators and the simple ways we can support and protect them. 

Please note that this is a children's event and each family group must have at least one adult attending. Adults do not need to book a ticket. One accompanying adult per paying child is free of charge but any additional adults who are non-members will need to pay the nature reserve entry fee at the visitor centre, on the day (£5 standard entry/£5.50 with Gift Aid).

Booking

Suitable for

Families, Children

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted

No dogs permitted on reserve. Dogs on a lead on all other paths.

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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Additional information

Important Health and Safety information

Events will take place in all weather conditions unless deemed unsafe. Please ensure that you dress appropriately for the weather with suitable footwear. Please be advised to take caution when walking on a site with open water and ensure that you always remain on the designated paths. Biting insects can be present at certain times of the year and you may choose to apply insect repellent as a precaution. In warmer weather, you may wish to bring a hat, sun cream and water.

Refund policy

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event or activity is cancelled by Norfolk Wildlife Trust. In the event that Norfolk Wildlife Trust has to cancel an event or activity due to low numbers, extreme weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control, we will inform you at the earliest opportunity and will offer a full refund. Please check our website www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk for event updates.

Accessibility on reserves

Accessibility
We want our events, and nature itself, to be accessible to everyone. If you have specific needs or requirements, please get in touch at events@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk so we can support you wherever possible. Please be aware that the natural terrain and access conditions may limit what we are able to provide on site.