Tuesday 22 July 11:00 - 13:00
Discover the fabulous natural history and archaeology of Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve with a guided walk along the line of the Neolithic Sweet Track. The walk will be led jointly by Simon Clarke, Natural England’s Senior Reserve Manager, and Dr Richard Brunning, Somerset County Council’s Senior Levels and Moors Heritage Officer. There will be an opportunity to step back thousands of years and walk on replica stretches of prehistoric wooden trackways in the magical wetlands of the reserve.
When and where:
Tuesday 22 July from 11.00am to about 1.00pm. Meet at the Lifelong Learning Centre, Avalon Marshes Centre, Shapwick Road, Westhay, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9TT.
How to get involved & accesibility:
Booking is essential. There is a charge of £4.00 for adults and £2.00 for children under 16 and students. You will need to wear walking boots as the ground will be rough in places and it may be muddy. You will also need appropriate clothing and supplies for rain or sun. Bring binoculars if you have them as we will be walking through the nature reserve. Sorry but no dogs.
Refreshments:
Toilets and refreshments at the beginning and end of the walk at the Avalon Marshes Centre.
Booking and information:
Click here to book. Event organised jointly by Natural England and Somerset County Council Heritage Service. For further information please email [email protected] or phone 01458 860556.
Travel & parking:
By bike: A short way from National Cycle Route 3. By Public transport: Limited - buses serve Westhay and pass along the A39. By car: The Avalon Marshes Centre is signed off the A39 near Shapwick and off the B3151 at Westhay. Parking on site.
http://www.somersetwildlife.org/iqs/dbitemid.1127/elrange.1404169200-31/imonth.6/sfa.view/events.html
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