Surrey Heathland Project will be leading a guided walk at Hankley Common on 26 April, and are are also co-ordinating a week of fun activities on heaths for the summer half term week (24 May - 1 June) on Hankley, Frensham and Thursley Commons.

Guided Walk Saturday 26 April: Wilderness Wander at Hankley Common
Explore the extensive open heath of this MoD training area. Find out how people have used the heaths over the years, and look and listen out for the wildlife that make them their home. Binoculars recommended. Some steep slopes. 2½ miles. 10am - 12.30pm Meet at Lion's Mouth car park off the Thursley Road (between Thursley and Elstead villages) GU8 6LW Grid ref: SU890410

Heath Week 24 May - 1 June
A week of fun activities for all the family on a heath near you. Go on a bug hunt, stay up late for a moth night, or meet the cows doing conservation work. Full details at www.surreyheathlandproject.org.uk or call 020 8541 9149.

Monday 26 May: Day's End at Thursley Common, guided walk
Spend an evening exploring this National Nature Reserve looking at wildlife on the heath and in the bogs, and with luck hear the eerie call of nightjars at dusk. 3 mile walk led by Surrey Heathland Project. Warm clothing, a torch and binoculars are recommended. Further information: 020 8541 9149 7 – 10pm. Meet at The Moat car park, Thursley Road, Elstead GU8 6LW Grid ref: SU 899 416

Tuesday 27 May: Bug Hunts at Frensham Common
Hunt for bugs and discover the fascinating world of heathland insects and spiders with experts Mike Edwards and Peter Hodge, and the Surrey Heathland Project. Bring the family for a morning or afternoon at Frensham Common, or bring a packed lunch and stay the whole day. Butterfly nets and bug pots provided. Booking is recommended: 020 8541 9149. 10.30am - 12, or 1.30 - 3pm. Meet at the Ranger's Office at Frensham Great Pond, Bacon Lane, Churt near Farnham, GU10 2QB

Wednesday 28 May: Snakes & Lizards at Home on the Heath
An opportunity to handle lizards, snakes and other fascinating creatures at an indoor display, followed by a walk onto the heathland at Thursley Common National Nature Reserve. Look at where these reptiles live and find out what they need to survive. Led by the Herpetological Conservation Trust. Further information: 020 8541 9149 2pm – 3.30pm. Meet at Thursley Cricket Pavilion, Dye House Road, Thursley, GU8 6QA

Sunday 1 June: Bog Safari at Thursley Common National Nature Reserve
Join James Giles, Natural England's Reserve Manager for Thursley on a walk looking at the fascinating plants and animals flourishing in the bog areas. Easy going terrain (sand tracks and board walks) but please wear sensible footwear and bring sunhat / cream if necessary. Binoculars recommended, dogs on leads please, no booking necessary. Further information: 01428 685675 / email james.giles@naturalengland.org.uk 10.30am - 12.30. Meet at The Moat car park, Thursley Road, Elstead GU8 6LW

For more information about Surrey Heathland Project
Please contact Christina Smith
020 8541 9149
07968 832563
www.surreyheathlandproject.org.uk