Here are our local RSPB walks planned for spring and summer 2026.
We hope you enjoy the programme!
Some walks are currently fully booked but look out for any new walks that may be added to the programme!
About Our Walks
- Each walk will be led by a group member who knows the area well.
- Our walks are suitable for experienced birders and beginners alike.
- All walks start at 9.30 a.m. unless otherwise stated (our Monkwood and Croome walks are earlier starts, and our Swift walk will begin at 7:00 p.m.)
- Please be sure to book or register your interest as some walks are limited in terms of numbers and parking.
- To book contact Shelagh at shelaghnorton12@outlook.com or message via WhatsApp.
- To view our full February to June 2026 programme please click here.
Saturday 24th January 2026 – Hill Court Farm and the Blacklands (Longdon Marsh)
About
Nick and members of WWT’s staff will lead us to look for wetland species and species of open marshland. There is a short walk to a viewing screen.
Longdon Marsh forms the existing section of a wider reclamation of wetlands in Worcestershire/Gloucestershire being undertaken by WWT.
We will have the opportunity to see how restoration at Longdon fits with WWT’s new project at Lower Swell. Click here to view the site on the WWT website.
N.B. Arrangements may change if the weather is poor.
Location
Please park at Longdon Village Hall, GL20 6AZ, where we will consolidate cars.
There are only a couple of parking places on Marsh Road near Longdon Brook, Tewkesbury GL20 6BD.
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What to see
Lapwing, Snipe, and winter wildfowl.
Thursday 19th February 2026 – Kemerton Lake
About
Led by Kate Aubury of Kemerton Conservation Trust, this walk circumnavigates the lake and takes in adjacent woodlands (approx two hours).
Kate is giving a talk on Kemerton Conservation Trust for WWT in Evesham on Sunday 8th February. Click here to learn more.
Location
The private car park (on the B4079 Cheltenham Road between Bredon and Kinsham) will be open from 9.15 a.m.
Drive through the green gates into the woodland and follow the bumpy track where there is a small car park area. Car share if possible.
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What to see
Pochard, Gadwall, Tufted Duck, Lapwing and woodland birds.
Saturday 21st March 2026 – Monkwood and Green Farm
About
Vanessa Chaplin will guide us around the White Wood Trail in WWT’s Monkwood Reserve, a semi-natural ancient woodland.
The adjacent Green Farm is undergoing restoration and the recreation of historic habitats, connecting Monkwood to the wider landscape. We can view this too.
N.B. This walk has an earlier start time of 9:00 a.m.
Location
Meet at Monkwood car park (WR2 6NX).
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What to see
Woodland and pastureland species.
Friday 1st May 2026 – Wyre Forest
About
A morning walk around Wyre Forest, in the Dowles Brook area. This time of year it should be full of early spring migrants. Craig Wright will lead.
Location
Park at Dry Mill Lane Car Par DY12 2LT.
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Please note: the car-park is small and very popular, so please car share if you can.
What to see
Woodland birds and woodland stream birds including Dipper, Wood Warblers, Pied Flycatchers, Tree Pipits and Redstarts (if we’re lucky!).
Friday 8th May 2026 – Croome
About
Last year’s outing to Croome proved such a success, we’re doing it again, just 2 weeks earlier!
Making an early start (7:00 a.m.), we’ll walk across from Dunstall Castle through Croome’s many and varied habitats; woodland, parkland and lakeside.
Mike Hails will lead us. Croome’s café is a good place for a late breakfast when we’ve finished. The walk is around 5km with a couple of stiles.
N.B. This walk has an earlier start time of 7:00 a.m.
Location
Starting at Dunstall Castle (Earl’s Croome, Worcester WR8 9DF).
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There is a lay-by about 100 yards along the road.
What to see
Whitethroat, Warblers, Swallows and Martins, Woodpeckers. We might hear Nightingales, and possibly see them.
Friday 22nd May 2026 – Hayley Dingle, Alfrick
About
Led by Nick, this site is used for the BTO Breeding Birds survey, and is nicely off the beaten track. The walk is around 5km with a few stiles. The Alfrick shop has a café.
Location
Park in the community shop car park in Alfrick (WR6 5HJ) for a walk around Hayley Dingle.
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What to see
Birds of woodland and pasture; possible Redstart and Spotted Flycatchers.
*CANCELLED*
Friday 10th July 2026 – Fort Royal, Worcester
About
Unfortunately, the Swifts are proving elusive, so we have made the decision to cancel this walk.
Instead, we will be holding a walk at Tiddesley Wood to look out for Purple Emperors.
See details below!
Friday 10th July 2026 – Tiddesley Wood, Pershore
About
Led by Paul Nurden, join us on a pop-up walk to Tiddesley Wood. We hope to see Purple Emperor butterflies! This walk will start at 9:30 a.m.
Location
Meet at Rebecca Road, between Pershore and Besford Bridge (WR10 2AD), before it gets too hot!
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What to see
We will be looking out for Purple Emperors, though seeing them is not guranteed! On a warm summer’s morning, we are sure to enjoy some lovely scenes.
