Events

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.

  • Feb
    13
    Thu
    February 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.

  • Feb
    26
    Wed
    February 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.

  • Mar
    7
    Fri
    Fundraising Quiz @ Onslow Village Hall
    March 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-1736805368451

    Please 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