We are a very dynamic and active local group. We organise a variety of events each year.
Walks
We organise around 50 walks throughout the year. These are usually held on Thursdays or at the weekend. Non-members are welcome to try them out.
- Feb13ThuFebruary 13, 2025 at 10:00 am Show Details
OS: TQ 168323
Post Code: RH12 2RA
Duration: Half day walk
Leader: Clare Harrington
Directions: At the roundabout where the A24 south from Dorking meets the A264, take the A24 to Horsham. At the next roundabout take the first exit left B2237 Warnham Road. The Reserve car park is 100 m on the left.
Habitat: The Reserve comprises a large mill pond, an area of marsh with a boardwalk and mature woodlands. The tracks around the Reserve are mostly firm and well-maintained.
Attractions: There are three hides, one with several feeders (viewable from close range so providing excellent photography opportunities). A range of woodland, water and marsh birds can be found at all times of the year, especially during the winter.
Amenities:Hot drinks and snacks available at the visitors centre which also has toilets. There is a small charge of £4 for entry (NB. card payments only)
Information: https://www.horsham.gov.uk/parks-and-countryside/warnham-local-nature-reserve/admission-prices-and-opening-times
See our Walks page for more
Talks
We generally meet twice a month (Sept.-May) on the first Thursday at 2pm or the fourth Wednesday at 7.30pm.
- Feb26WedIndonesia – Sailing from Bali to Komodo @ Online via ZoomFebruary 26, 2025 at 7:30 pm Show Details
Speakers: Sara Frost
Sara Frost, of Naturetrek, covers the wonderful bird and marine life of this remote archipelago: exotic birds, whales and dolphins, and pristine coral reefs teeming with colourful fish.
The Zoom Link will be emailed to members a few days before the meeting. If you are not a member contact our talks organiser for more information
See our Talks page for more
Other
We also arrange various other events throughout the year.
- Mar7FriFundraising Quiz @ Onslow Village HallMarch 7, 2025 at 7:30 pm Show Details
It’s that time of year again! Time to launch the 2025 quiz – our biggest annual group fundraising event. The event will be held on Friday 7th March at Onslow Village Hall. Once again Ian and Jan Honeysett have kindly offered to host for us.
Entries can be for full teams of up to 8, or you can enter as a single or small group and we will put full teams together. Bring your own food and drink from 7pm for a 7.30 start at Onslow Village Hall, Wilderness Rd, Guildford, GU2 7QR.
The cost is £10.00 per person. To enter please email info@rspbguildford.org.uk to book a place. Pay on line using our 'Just Giving’ site:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/tony-cummins-1736805368451Please remember to put your name as a reference so we can track payments.
If you are able to add gift aid the RSPB benefits more.
Coach trips
In severe weather, a trip may be cancelled. Check with Sue Losson.
A few seats are available free of charge for accompanied young people (age 12-18). Contact Sue Losson to book a free seat.
Email Sue Losson (or complete the form under coach trips on the Contact page) for more information
Fundraising events
Each year our group raises large sums for the RSPB. These range from stalls at local events, jumble sales, plant sale and more.
Social events
We arrange several social events each year. This is a way for people to get to know each other better and are usually only open to members of our local group.
Holidays
Two holiday trips are organised each year. Usually we have one longer one in the spring and a shorter one in the autumn. Participation in holiday trips is restricted to our members.
Special events
We sometimes arrange bird ID sessions and other special events. See individual event for details.
External events
When possible we will include events at local RSPB reserves