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.

  • Dec
    7
    Sun
    Hayling Island Oyster Beds (Now cancelled due to adverse weather) @
    December 7, 2025 at 9:30 am Show Details

    OS: SU 717029
    Post Code: PO11 0LG

    Duration:  All day walk, high tide time is 12.30 midday.

    Leader:  Geoff Keen

    Directions:  Turn off A27 onto Langstone Road and keep going over Langstone bridge and turn right after 300 yards by the second petrol station signed Nature Reserve (brown sign) to small car park near oysterbeds. Alternatively turn left into Victoria Road directly opposite this car park and find a space by the houses if the Nature Reserve car park is busy.  The aim will be to follow the Billy Line path around the Oyster beds and then over the bridge to Langstone Harbour towards Warblington.

    Habitat:  Firm paths at both sites, but can be muddy if wet.  Expanses of mud in estuary, views of the sea in Langstone Harbour, oysterbeds with lagoons.  Mill pond and open fields, woodland and scrub.

    Attractions:  Winter wader flocks at high tide roost, sea ducks, grebes, geese and gulls, egret roost.

    Amenities:  Toilets are available at the first garage over the Bridge (Applegreen petrol station) and outside the Ship Inn.  Please note that the car park by the Ship Inn is now only available for parking for customers of the pub, and large fines are in place for infringements of these rules. However, The Hayling Billy Bites van is open in the nature reserve car park from 8am-4pm selling hot drinks, burgers and snacks, although it would be advisable to carry lunch with you on the day.  There are various superstores with toilet facilities in Havant and Waterlooville before reaching Hayling Island which are open from 10am until 4pm on Sundays.

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.

  • Jan
    28
    Wed
    Gateway to Sahara – Birds and Wildlife of Morocco @ Online via Zoom
    January 28, 2026 at 7:30 pm Show Details

    Speakers: Keith Offord

    With its diverse habitats from high mountains, to desert, to coastal wetlands, Morocco boasts a wonderful range of birds and wildlife.  Keith runs the travel company, Wild Insights.

    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.

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.

  • Jan
    18
    Sun
    Coach Trip to WWT Slimbridge @ Guildford Spectrum Car Park
    January 18, 2026 at 8:00 am Show Details

    The birding at this iconic reserve is at its best in midwinter. There will be Bewick’s Swans present as well as large flocks of migrant geese such as White-fronted and Barnacle with an excellent chance of rarer species. There will be many overwintering waders and ducks. We are likely to see Common Cranes and there is always a chance of a Glossy Ibis.

    Cost: £30 per person

    Time:  The coach will leave at 8.00am from the Guildford Spectrum and start the return at 3.30pm.

    Please note that WWT members should bring their membership cards with them to secure free admission.

    For non-members, the admission charge on the day is currently £18.95 or £16.95 for those 65+ There is a 10% saving if you book in advance online.

    For more information visit https://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge

    For more information and to book your place email Sue Losson (coachtrips@rspbguildford.org.uk)

     

     

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