Champion Species spotlight events
Date: 16 Apr 2026 - 22 Oct 2026
Location: Across the Forest of Bowland
Whether they be bird, mammal, insect, amphibian, plant or fungus, the Forest of Bowland's Champion Species are revealed in all their glory through this series of creative sessions, hands-on study days, family-friendly events, and more. Why not get to know them?
The events are listed below - to find out more and book, visit the Forest of Bowland website.
The "Whispering" Bat
Thursday 16th April, 7.30pm – 9pm, Whalley
Ground Nest Fest
Sunday 19th April, 10am – 4.30pm, Lawkland
Hard Fern Photography
Wednesday 22nd April, 9.30am – 1.30pm, Scorton
RSPB Moorland Safari
Monday 4th May, 9.30am – 2pm, Slaidburn (Fully booked. Waiting list available.)
Spring Butterfly Walk
Wednesday 6th May, 11.30am – 2pm, Trough of Bowland
The Secret World of Rivers
Wednesday 27th May, 10am – 12 noon or 1pm – 3pm, Claughton on Brock
Evening Swift Walk
Tuesday 9th June, 7pm - 9pm, Slaidburn
Globeflower Day
Saturday 13th June, 10am – 4pm, Abbeystead
Champion Species Party
Friday 7th August, 1pm – 4pm, Gisburn Forest
Introduction to Riverflies
Thursday 17th September, 10am – 3pm, Catterall
Waxcap Watch Training
Thursday 22nd October, 10am – 3pm, Wycoller