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Events on at Sherdley Park |
Please phone the Sankey Valley Rangers for confirmation of events in case of a date or location change or cancellation.
Next Event Feed the Birds
Sunday 8th February 2009 starts 1.00pm till 2.00pm.
A talk and practical demonstration on how and what to feed the birds
during the coming cold winter months.
For more information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Easter Egg Hunt
Sherdley Park Pets Corner
Sunday 12th April 2009 from 1.00pm to 4.00pm.
An interactive event involving a quiz, on the many species of animals resident in Pets Corner.
Staff will be on hand to provide numerous clues to help solve the questions.
All successful entrants will receive a Free Easter Egg.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Environmental Games Day
Sherdley Park (meet outside Pets Corner)
Tuesday 14th April 2009 from 11.00am to 1.00pm.
Join the Rangers for some fun and games designed to educate and inform people on their local environment.
Under 14s only please.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Guided Nature Walk
(Wild Flowers and Birds).
Clinkham Wood L.N.R.
Meet outside the Black Horse Pub.
Sunday 19th April 2009 starts 1.30pm.
Join the Rangers for a spring walk to look at and record the bird species
and enjoy the first flush of the areas spring flowers.
Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather, you should also wear stout footwear.
The event should last for approx one and a half hours.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Birds of Prey Display
Nanny Goat Park (Recreation Street)
Sunday 10th May 2009 starts 1.00pm to 3.30pm.
A display of birds of prey including the Harris Hawk, Vulture and a variety of Owls,
complemented by several flying demonstrations. Experienced handlers will be available
to pass on their expert knowledge regarding the numerous species particular traits.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Guided Walk
Bold Loop Walk (approx 6 miles )
Meet Smithy Manor Public house car park.
Sunday 12th July 2009 11.00am - 2.00pm.
A guided walk of approx 6 miles through the Bold countryside, to look at the many aspects
of the areas local & natural history. Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather,
and something to eat and drink, you should also wear stout footwear.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Guided Loop Walk
Ravenhead Greenway & Sutton Brook greenway
Meet at Sherdley Park Pets Corner
Sunday 26th July 2009 start 10.30am.
Join the Rangers for a 8 mile walk. Meet at Sherdley Park and walk the length of
Ravenhead Greenway and returning via Sutton Brook greenway.
Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather, a packed lunch and plenty
of liquids to drink, you should also wear stout footwear suitable for walking long distances.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Environmental Games Day
Sherdley Park (meet outside Pets Corner)
Wednesday 5th August 2009 from 11.00am to 1.00pm.
Join the Rangers for some fun and games designed to educate and inform people on their local environment.
Under 14s only please.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Willow Weaving
Nanny Goat Park (Recreation Street)
Wednesday 12th August 2009 starts 1.00pm to 4.00pm.
A hands on learning experience for the uninitiated into the skills involved in willow weaving,
participants will be taught how to make numerous simple forms of art work such as a Fish or Dream Catcher.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Bat Watch Evening
Sherdley Park
Saturday 5th September 2009 starts 8.00pm.
A late evening event (approx 2 hours) to identify and record as many species of our native bats as possible.
Booking is essential for this event as there are only a limited number of places available.
For further information and to book your place, contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Guided Walk
Bold Loop Walk (approx 6 miles )
Meet Smithy Manor Public house car park.
Sunday 11th October 2009 11.00am - 2.00pm.
A guided walk of approx 6 miles through the Bold countryside, to look at the many aspects
of the areas local & natural history. Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather,
and something to eat and drink, you should also wear stout footwear.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Bird Box Making
Nanny Goat Park (Recreation Street)
Saturday 17th October 2009 starts 11.00am to 12.30pm.
A practical session for the amateur woodworker to assist in constructing nesting boxes
for the approaching breeding season.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Halloween Fright Night
Sherdley Park
Tuesday 3rd November 2009 starts 5.30pm.
Fright night - a guided walk through the haunted Victorian gardens,
First walk will start at 6.00pm.
Disco, competitions for the best lantern and fancy dress for under and over 14s.
Tickets for the walk must be pre booked and will be charged at £2 per ticket
Booking for the walks is essential and will only be taken from 11th October.
For more information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Bird Box Making
Gaskell Park
Saturday 7th November 2009 starts 11.00am to 12.30pm.
Help to provide our feathery friends with a new home for the approaching nesting season.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Guided Walk
Rainhill - Pex Hill (approx 6 miles )
Start and finished at the Manor Farm Pub.
Sunday 15th November 2009 11.00am - 2.00pm.
A 6 miles circular walk through the scenic local countryside, to Pex Hill, Contry Park,
starting and finishing at the Manor Farm public house situated in the Rainhill area.
Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather, you should also wear stout footwear.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Guided Loop Walk
Ravenhead Greenway & Sutton Brook greenway
Meet at Sherdley Park Pets Corner
Sunday 5th December 2009 start 10.30am.
Join the Rangers for a 8 mile walk. Meet at Sherdley Park and walk the length
of Ravenhead Greenway and returning via Sutton Brook greenway.
Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather, a packed lunch and plenty
of liquids to drink, you should also wear stout footwear suitable for walking long distances.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
