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.
- Mar12ThuMarch 12, 2026 at 9:30 am Show Details
OS: SU 995606
Post Code: GU21 4XYOpened in 2016 as a completely new wetland, Heather Farm is a Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) that has been developed by Horsell Common Preservation Society and Woking Borough Council to mitigate the increased public pressure on the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Areas (SPA) as a result of additional housing development.
Duration: Half day walk
Leader: Margo Scott
Directions: Meet at Waters Edge Cafe, Heather Farm, Horsell. Take A320 from Woking towards Staines. Continue on the A245 and bear right onto the A3046. Heather Farm is about 400 yards on the right.
Habitat: Extensive walks through meadows meandering along the River Bourne.
Attractions: Wetland and woodland species.
Amenities: Excellent café with facilities.
Information: https://horsellcommon.org.uk/heather-farm
Please bring appropriate clothing and footwear for conditions on the day which can be subject to change at any time. You will be expected to use the walk in such a way as not to place yourselves or others at risk and to follow all requirements set by the walk leader. If you wish to shorten the walk and leave the group for any reason on the day please remember to inform the leader about your plans.
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.
- Mar25WedThursley – what it takes to manage such a valuable nature reserve. @ Onslow Village HallMarch 25, 2026 at 7:30 pm Show Details
Speaker: James Giles, Manager, Thursley Reserve
Thursley, a heathland reserve, but with ponds and bog, is home to many species of birds, dragonflies and damselflies. James will tell us about this popular reserve, that is on our doorstep.
Cost: £1 for members and £3 for non-members
See our Talks page for more
Other
We also arrange various other events throughout the year.
- Mar13FriFundraising Quiz Night — 2026 @ Onslow Village HallMarch 13, 2026 at 7:30 pm Show Details
Put your general knowledge to the test at our annual fundraising quiz, our biggest fundraising event of the year.
Teams of up to 8 are welcome, or come on your own or in a small group and we will make up teams on the night. Kindly hosted once again by Ian and Jan Honeysett.
Bring your own food and drink from 7pm for a 7.30 start
Cost: £10 per personBooking required.
To book a place, email: info@rspbguildford.org.uk to book a place.Payment options:
• Online via JustGiving (please use your name as the reference and add Gift Aid if possible)
• Cheque payable to RSPB Guildford Local Group (details provided on request)Please note: JustGiving automatically adds a “tip”. To avoid this, select “pay custom amount” on the final screen and reduce the tip to £0 before completing payment.
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