Meet Father Christmas at Wildwood - PLUS Christmas trees!

 

Meet Father Christmas!

Father Christmas is once again going to be at Wildwood in his grotto to meet all the good little boys and girls.
Every child will receive a special present from Father Christmas to take home. Photos will also be available for an additional fee.

Sat 1st & Sun 2nd December

Sat 8th & Sun 9th December

Sat 15th & Sun16th December

Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd December  

1pm - 4pm each day. £6 per child*
*Wildwood membership or entry fees also apply.

To book please call the Wildwood Shop on 01227 712 111

 

Christmas trees coming soon – order yours today!

Wildwood will once again have Christmas trees for sale, with all proceeds going towards our conservation work to save British Wildlife.

Simply place your order with the Wildwood Shop for delivery to Wildwood. A 50% deposit is required at the time of ordering.  Larger trees also available on request.

A selection of trees (up to 6ft) will also be available to buy directly at the Wildwood Shop during December.  

To order please call the Wildwood Shop on 01227 712 111

Norway Spruce Price list

2ft (0.6m) = £5.75 / 3ft (0.9m) = £8.75 / 4ft (1.2m) = £11.50  / 5ft (1.5m) = £15 / 6ft (1.8m) = £24

7ft (2.1m) = £29 / 8ft (2.4m) = £36 / 9ft (2.7m) = £48  / 10ft (3m) = £60                    

 

Nordman / Frazer (non drop) Price list

2ft (0.6m) = £11.50 / 3ft (0.9m) = £17 / 4ft (1.2m) = £23 / 5ft (1.5m) = £36 / 6ft (1.8m) = £48

7ft (2.1m) = £55 / 8ft (2.4m) = £62 / 9ft (2.7m) = £79 / 10ft (3m) = £108                  

 

A selection of trees (up to 6ft) will also be available to buy directly at the Wildwood Shop during December.

To order please call the Wildwood Shop on 01227 712 111

Conservation courses at Wildwood

Did you know that you can study conservation at Wildwood? We offer a diverse range of training courses for all levels of experience, from those simply looking to learn more about British Wildlife to people wishing to expand their conservation skills and experience.

To book any of the courses below please contact Tara lines on 01227 711 471 or email tara@wildwoodtrust.org  - Spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.

Saturday 24th Nov - Introduction to the Smaller British Mustelids

An introduction to the smaller British mustelids –  weasels, stoats, polecats and pine martens and American Mink.  Identification, field signs, ecology, survey techniques and conservation will be covered.

Course Programme:

9.30 - 10.00 - Welcome tea and coffee

10.00 – 11.15 - Overview of stoats and weasels

11.15 – 11.35 - Break and Refreshments

11.35 – 12.45 - Overview of polecats and pine martens

12.45 – 1.30 - Break for lunch

1.30 – 3.30 - Tour of Wildwood visiting the small mustelids in our collection

3.30 - 3.45 - Tea break

3.45 – 4.15 - How to record Kent Mustelids (and other mammals). Examination  of specimens                                         

4.15 – 4.30 - Course Evaluations completed and Certificates handed out

 

9.30am – 4.30pm. £30 per person (includes Wildwood entry fee). Course Tutor: Suzanne Kynaston. To book call Tara Lines on 01227 711 471 or email tara@wildwoodtrust.org

 

Saturday 12th Jan 2013 - Small Mammal Survey Skills

Learn how to survey our smallest mammals using live, humane traps. Includes handling, sexing and identification, trap designs and mechanisms and principles of baiting and setting traps, surveying methods and legislation. In partnership with Kent Mammal Group (KMG)

9.30am – 4.15pm. £30 per person. (Book together with Kent Mammal ID Course for £50). To book call Tara Lines on 01227 711 471 or email tara@wildwoodtrust.org
*If a survey is carried out for KMG, the course fee may be refunded. Conditions apply.

 

Saturday 9th Feb 2013 - Kent Mammal Identification

Learn how to identify our larger mammals from their tracks, signs and sightings. Includes a tour of the wildlife park to see some of the animals in the flesh  and a close up examination of skins, skulls, antlers etc. Please note that this course does not include mice, voles or shrews which are covered in the Small Mammal Survey Skills course. In partnership with Kent Mammal Group (KMG)

9.45am – 4.00pm. £30 per person (Book together with Small Mammal Survey Skills course for £50). To book call Tara Lines on 01227 711 471 or email tara@wildwoodtrust.org
*If a survey is carried out for KMG, the course fee may be refunded. Conditions apply.

 

To book any course please e-mail: Tara@wildwoodtrust.org

We can offer tailor-made training for companies and organisations, including on-site training if appropriate. For more information on our conservation courses and services services please contact our team on: 01227 711 471

 

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