The latest guided walk in Buriton's Chalk Pits revealed lots of life in unlikely places.
Our guide, Dr June Chatfield, has been described by Professor David Bellamy as someone whose work can help people “find that there is another Attenborough, Cousteau, Darwin or Scott waiting inside you, about to be let out.”
Come and search for the elusive Cheese Snail on Sunday 10th July. Book early.
Explore the variety of woodland plants and invertebrates – including a search for the rare Cheese Snail – with local naturalist June Chatfield.
Places are limited and it is advisable to book early. Telephone the Queen Elizabeth Country Park on 02392 595 040.
Over 20 villagers and friends spent an enchanting evening in the Buriton Chalk Pits Local Nature Reserve on Wednesday 11th May - and emerged much wiser about the distinctive bird songs of many of our local species.
Buriton resident and natural history expert Di Mitchell led a guided tour, ably supported by husband Martin.
The evening was part of a wider programme of events making use of the Chalk Pits area – which is being enhanced thanks to a £150,000 Heritage Lottery Grant awarded to the Parish Council.
Scores of parishioners and visitors from further afield came to the first Open Day in the Buriton Chalk Pits on Saturday 7th May. There was a range of activities for all age groups - enhanced by perfect weather conditions.
Pictures from the day are featured below and highlights of the event included:
A family friendly event on Saturday 7th May to celebrate achievements over the past year in the Buriton Chalk Pits project (11am - 3pm).
There will be a range of activities for all the family throughout the day in this new community resource:
The impressive range of achievements that have been accomplished in the Buriton Chalk Pits Local Nature Reserve were formally recognised by a prestigious award by the Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire in 2012.
