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October 2017
The Geological History of Essex – The Naze Visitor Centre
£31.50
Join us and learn how the basement on which Essex is constructed came into being. We will be looking at it's wanderings around the globe over the ensuing millennia and the dramatic shifts in climate and sea level that have occurred during this journey. Cost shown is a recommended donation request including fees. Advance booking essential.
Find out more »November 2017
Winter Stone Point healthy walk – The Naze Visitor centre
Join us for this fun, healthy walk where we will endeavour to reach Stone Point at around high tide. This will give give us the chance of viewing the spectacular roost of wading birds found in the area. There is a chance that we won't make it all the way because of the shifting nature of the beach but we will get as close as possible. Please note that unless you are familiar with the region, this walk is not…
Find out more »Guided Naze Walk – Naze Visitor Centre
Join our walk leader Gerald for an introduction to this area of outstanding beauty. Please bring suitable clothing, footwear and water. Not forgetting binoculars and camera. Event suitable for all ages. Advance booking essential.
Find out more »January 2018
Guided walk with Peter – The Naze Visitor Centre
Start the new year with a healthy New Years Day walk. Join Peter, a local history enthusiast and learn about the Naze and it's interesting military past. The walk will be approximately one mile, a circular path with no steep slopes or steps. Suitable footwear and clothing is highly recommended. Event suitable for all ages. Advance booking essential.
Find out more »Guided Naze Walk – Naze Visitor Centre
Join our walk leader Gerald for an introduction to this area of outstanding beauty. Please bring suitable clothing, footwear and water. Not forgetting binoculars and camera. Event suitable for all ages. Advance booking essential.
Find out more »Sea Wall Walk – Naze Visitor Centre
Join us for a healthy Sea Wall walk, primarily aimed at those interested in birds. The walk is approximately 3.5 miles and will take about two and a half hours to complete. Please be aware that the ground is very muddy and uneven so not suitable for people with mobility issues. Event suitable for 18+ years of age. Please book in advance
Find out more »March 2018
The Great British Spring Clean – Beach Clean at The Naze – The Naze Visitor Centre
Marine pollution is a major problem for our seas today. Every year hundreds of species eat and become entangled in rubbish and nets. Plastic debris in coastal areas remains in marine ecosystems for centuries! But we can help! People from all over the country are taking part in the Great British Spring Clean between 2-4 March 2018. We’re cleaning up one of our own amazing beaches and using the Marine Conservation Society Beachwatch methodology, we’ll also survey an area to…
Find out more »Waders and Wildfowl – Birds of Secret Water – Naze Visitor Centre
Join us for this healthy Sea Wall Walk, primarily aimed at those interested in birds. We will walk along the road to the chip shop then follow the sea wall clockwise, finishing at the Visitor Centre (aprox 3.5 miles). The ground is very muddy and uneven, not suitable for people with mobility issues. Event suitable for 18+ years of age. Please book in advance.
Find out more »“Geology – Evolution of a landscape” – Naze Visitor Centre
Join us for this healthy walk led by walk leader Gerald. The walk will take approximately 2 hours including regular stops and will introduce to you this area of outstanding beauty. Please bring suitable clothing, footwear and water, not forgetting binoculars and a camera if you have them. Event suitable for all ages. Please book in advance.
Find out more »June 2018
Dinosaur trail and crafts. The Naze Centre
Take part in our dinosaur crafts, trail and volcano making. This is a self led activity session with our education rangers on hand to help. Booking essential, suggested donation £4 per child
Find out more »Geology – Evolution of a Landscape – The Naze Centre
An introduction to The Naze's dynamic coastline. Find out how the geology of the area has led to the creation of this scenic landscape. Please wear suitable footwear. Booking is essential for this walk.
Find out more »July 2018
Intrduction to Moths – The Naze Centre
Join the Mothketeers, a local group of enthusiasts. Improve your moth identification and find out more about the ecology of these wonderful creatures. Take part in a moth trapping and an identifying workshop at dusk. Pre-booking essential
Find out more »Shoresearch Survey – The Naze Visitor Centre
Join the EWT Shoresearch project and help survey our marine wildlife. Shoresearch is a volunteer scheme to identify and record animals, plants and habitats along our shoreline. The project aims to build a baseline of data on the marine wildlife that occurs in Essex. Essex Wildlife Trust’s Living Seas Team organises surveys at several locations along the Essex coast. We usually survey for 2 – 3 hours. Who can take part? We welcome volunteers of all ability and experience to…
Find out more »Shoresearch Survey – The Naze Visitor Centre
Join the EWT Shoresearch project and help survey our marine wildlife. Shoresearch is a volunteer scheme to identify and record animals, plants and habitats along our shoreline. The project aims to build a baseline of data on the marine wildlife that occurs in Essex. Essex Wildlife Trust’s Living Seas Team organises surveys at several locations along the Essex coast. We usually survey for 2 – 3 hours. Who can take part? We welcome volunteers of all ability and experience to…
Find out more »Craft and Scavenger Hunt – The Naze Centre
A drop in family event, suitable for all ages, at The Naze Centre. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A range of crafts to make and take home.
Find out more »August 2018
Family Bat Evening – The Naze Centre
Come and join us for some summer evening fun. Learn about the wonderful bats at The Naze Centre and watch them fly around the reserve. Booking is essential.
Find out more »October 2018
Wildlife Walk and Birdwatching – The Naze
Enjoy a birdwatching day at The Naze and possibly other nearby sites, organised by the Brentwood and Billericay Local EWT Group. There is a cafe available at the Naze Centre, or bring your own packed lunch. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
Find out more »Geogology – Evolution of a Landscape – Naze Nature Reserve
Enjoy a walk on the Naze Nature Reserve with Gerald Rayner who will introduce to you this area of outstanding beauty from a geological perspective. The walk will be at a steady pace with regular stops. Please ensure suitable foorwear and clothing, and bring water and a camera and binoculars if possible. Booking is essential.
Find out more »Extinction Trail – The Naze
This is an exciting drop-in event, suitable for all ages, at The Naze Nature Reserve for anyone interested in countryside and wildlife and also natural history. Follow our self led trail to discover some of the worlds extinct animal species. What caused their extinction? Can you spot any of their fossils in our fossil display cabinets? Complete the extinction trail and head back to the centre for a prize! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Waders and Wildfowl Walk – Birds of Secret Water – The Naze
This is an adult only sea wall walk starting and finishing at The Naze Visitor Centre. The walk is about 3.5 miles which, we estimate, will take about two and a half hours iat a steady pace and with regular stops. The focus is on the waders and wildfowl in the area. The ground is very muddy and uneven so is not suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Please ensure suitable clothing and footwear and bring drinks and snacks.
Find out more »December 2018
Geology – Evolution of a landscape – The Naze
This walk reveals the fascinating and unusual geology that has made The Naze such a special place. Mangrove swamps, volcanoes, tropical seas teeming with sharks, arctic tundra, cold seas rich in shellfish. And a time when the river Thames flowed across The Naze. This walk covers about two miles at a gentle pace and will last about two hours. Please note that it involves descending, steep steps and the terrain can be muddy and slippery. Please bring suitable footwear, clothing…
Find out more »January 2019
Beach Litter Pick – The Naze
Marine pollution is one of the major challenges facing our seas today. Unfortunately it comes from just about all sources Every year hundreds of species accidentally eat or become entangled in rubbish and netslitterand if left, plastic debris in coastal areas remains in marine ecosystems for centuries! But we can help! All round the country, people are taking part in the Great British Spring Clean between 2-4 March 2018. We’re getting involved to clean up one of our own amazing…
Find out more »February 2019
Beach Litter Clean – The Naze
Marine pollution is one of the major challenges facing our seas today. Every year hundreds of species accidentally eat or become entangled in rubbish and nets and if left, plastic debris in coastal areas remains in marine ecosystems for centuries! But we can help! All round the country, people are taking part in the Great British Spring Clean between 2-4 March 2018. We’re getting involved to clean up one of our own amazing beaches. Using the Marine Conservation Society Beachwatch…
Find out more »Geology Of The Naze
Evolution of a Landscape. This walk will reveal the fascinating and unusual geology that has made the Naze such a special place. Mangrove swamps,volcanoes, tropical seas teaming with sharks, arctic tundra, cold seas rich in shellfish, It will also look at a time where the river Thames flowed across the Naze. The walk will also take in whatever wildlife we may encounter, though sightings cannot be guaranteed. This walk covers about 2 miles at a gentle pace and will last…
Find out more »March 2019
Beach Litter Pick – The Naze
Join us for our monthly litter pick focusing on key areas each month. We will meet at the centre before heading to the beach to start the litter pick. Marine pollution is one of the major challenges facing our seas today. Every year hundreds of species accidentally eat or become entangled in rubbish and nets and if left, plastic debris in coastal areas remains in marine ecosystems for centuries! But we can help! A ll round the country, people are…
Find out more »Monthly Wildlife Amble – The Naze
Join your EWT guides Geoff and Isobel for our monthly Wildlife Amble. The Amble takes place on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Take a steady stroll on the Naze enjoying the wonderful views across the cliffs and out towards the North Sea. There will be plenty of opportunity to stop along the way to look at the plants, birds,mammals and insects found in the unique habitat of the Naze. The amble will take about an hour and a half…
Find out more »April 2019
Blackwater Pygmy goat kids and Chicks – The Naze
Come along and meet the animals. This Easter we will be joined by the Blackwater Pygmy goat kids and chicks in our education room. You will also have the opportunity to hold the animals for a £2.50 donation. No booking is required for this event.
Find out more »Photography Workshop – The Naze
Sea and Shore with Daniel Bridge. Join Daniel Bridge to discover the arty side of photography, exploring composition and techniques. With the emphasis on the sea and shore from afternoon to dusk. Booking essential
Find out more »June 2019
International Yoga Day celebrations at The Naze
This event is part of a celebration around the world for the U.N. International Yoga Day. Visit The Naze Nature Reserve and enjoy a free session of yoga, led by a qualified and experieinced yoga teacher, in the outdoors. Do bring your own mat or towel to sit/lay on. The event is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Find out more »July 2019
Kite Festival – The Naze
The Kite Festival at The Naze is a weekend event that all the family can enjoy. Watch a spectacular display of large kites from East Anglian Kite Flyers. Build your own kites and fly them at the Naze in the kite workshop. Tide times for the days are as follows: Saturday - (High tide - 07:40 am) - (Low Tide - 13:42 pm) Sunday - (High tide - 08:55 am) - (Low Tide - 14:58 pm) You can drop in…
Find out more »August 2019
Shoresearch Survey – The Naze Visitor Centre
Join the EWT Shoresearch project and help survey our marine wildlife. Shoresearch is a volunteer scheme to identify and record animals, plants and habitats along our shoreline. The project aims to build a baseline of data on the marine wildlife that occurs in Essex. Essex Wildlife Trust’s Living Seas Team organises surveys at several locations along the Essex coast. We usually survey for 2 – 3 hours. Who can take part? We welcome volunteers of all ability and experience to…
Find out more »September 2019
Migrant and Sea Watch Walk: Walton on the Naze
Come and enjoy a guided walk around The Naze lead by bird expert Marc Outten to discover which migrants have arrived, what is out at sea and other things of interest at this unique and diverse coastal habitat. Don't forget your binoculars and camera. Booking essential
Find out more »October 2019
Mixing magic potions and spells at The Naze
A morning of making potions, spells and wizardry for children at The Naze. Make your own wizards wands and practising potion making, then we'll be heading out to the Naze to hunt for ingredients to create our own magic potions. Fancy dress welcome, but please dress in clothing suitable for being outdoors Children must be accompanied by an adult Booking essential
Find out more »December 2019
Christmas Classics at The Naze
The Hunnies will be performing Christmas Classics at The Naze Centre This event is free to attend, but there is an option to book afternoon tea (tea, sandwiches, scones, petite pastries) to be served with the 1pm performance only. There is no need to book for the performance but bookings for afternoon tea are essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »January 2020
Nature Tots – The Naze
Nature Tots is a weekly pre-school parent and toddler group for under 5s every Wednesday at The Naze Includes wildlife-themed activities, games and crafts. The sessions will include a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities so wrap up warm when the weather is cold. We may be on the beach when the tide is out so please bring appropriate footwear and clothing. Please note that access for pushchairs may be limited especially for beach activities. Booking Essential
Find out more »March 2020
The Big Green Beach Clean – The Naze
Come along to our Big Green Beach Clean at The Naze and help clean up the plastic pollution from our local beaches. These events have been well attended each month with a large amount of plastic and litter being removed from the beaches. Gloves and kneeling pads are recommended for removing micro-plastics and cotton bud sticks from the sand. However, litter pickers and buckets are provided. Be prepared for a guided litter pick along The Naze beaches and the edge…
Find out more »Geology Of The Naze Walk
This adults only walk will reveal the fascinating and unusual geology that has made the Naze such a special place. Mangrove swamps,volcanoes, tropical seas teaming with sharks, arctic tundra, cold seas rich in shellfish. It will also look at a time where the river Thames flowed across the Naze. The walk will also take in whatever wildlife we may encounter, though sightings cannot be guaranteed. This walk covers about 2 miles at a gentle pace and will last about 2…
Find out more »Sea and Shore Photography Workshop – The Naze
This is a small group specialist adult-only workshop run by Daniel Bridge at The Naze, concentrating on coastal photography, from wider seascapes to details of beaches. You'll need to be happy with your ability to control your camera, either because you've attended my 'Know The Basics' workshop, or because you've already learnt the basics yourself, and a tripod will be hugely beneficial for this sort of photography, especially as we'll be shooting into late evening. We spend the afternoon indoors,…
Find out more »Birds of Secret Water- Waders and Wildfowl in Walton Backwaters
This walk follows the sea wall along the Walton Backwaters as the tide is rising to give a good chance of seeing wading birds at relatively close range feeding on the saltmarsh and mud flats. Wintering ducks and geese should also be present, including Brent Geese for which Hamford water is an internationally important habitat. Please be aware that this walk will take about two and a half hours and is about 3 miles in length. The paths and sea…
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