Basingstoke Local Group

Welcome to our group website

This is the website of the Basingstoke Local Group. RSPB local groups are a great way to meet friendly, like-minded people in your area while learning more about birds and wildlife.

We publish reports on the wildlife we see during our outdoor walks and day trips. If you’re interested, you can read about what we’ve seen on our blog.

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Outdoor Events: 2026

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Outdoor Events: 2027

18 September 2026

Unless otherwise specified, you do not need to be a member of the RSPB (or the local group) to join us on our events, and…

Indoor Meetings: 2027

Unless otherwise specified, you do not need to be a member of the RSPB (or the local group) to join us at our indoor meetings….

Our new Facebook and Instagram pages are live!

We’re pleased to share that we have a new Facebook and Instagram page that you can follow for updates. These can be accessed either via…

Indoor Meetings: 2026

Unless otherwise specified, you do not need to be a member of the RSPB (or the local group) to join us at our indoor meetings….

From the blog

Solar Eclipse on The Downs 12 August 2026

The first Solar Eclipse of note for 27 years was to take place prior to dusk on 12th August 2026, so a visit to the…

The Mill Field LNR 5 August 2026

8 attended on a further bright and breezy evening, the pub adjacent to the parking seemingly more of a draw than the reserve! The Mill…

Beggarwood BioBlitz 1 August 2026

A summery morning turned into an even warmer, up to 24 degrees, afternoon with a light westerly breeze only notable in that, on gusting, it…

The Alresfords 30 July 2026

Walk leader Peter E Hutchins Nine attended the latest of the Evening Walks, both latest in this series and the latest in the year ever…

Upcoming Indoor Meetings

We host an excellent programme of speakers throughout the year. Find out more about our upcoming Indoor Meetings programme.

RSPB latest guidance on feeding garden birds

Help garden birds by following these two tips: Feed seasonally. Feed safely.

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