| Event Name |
Description |
Past Reports |
Future Plans |
| Annual Photographic Competition |
This event was a one-off competition held in 2022 for local amateur photographers, who were permitted to enter up to three photographs taken during calendar year 2022. The intention was to award cash
prizes to the winner and runner up in each of two classes - (a) adults, and (b) children aged under 16. The number of entries was rather disappointing, including none at all in the 'under 16' category. |
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| Autumn Ramble |
Enjoy a gentle, leisurely walk around the perimeter of the Country Park, under the leadership of the very knowledgeable Martin Singleton, from the Wickford Wildlife Society. Afterwards, gather in the Pavilion for apple-themed
refreshments |
The 2023 report is in preparation. Please see the inspiration here [opens in a new window] |
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| Bat Walks |
A Saturday evening walk, facilitated by a member of the Essex Bat Group |
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| Bird Song Walks |
A stroll around the Park, under the guidance of Martin Singleton, a member of The Wickford Wildlife Society. Listen out for bird songs and see which species we can spot. Typically, we record 20 - 30 different species
during these walks |
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Unfortunately, due to both the leader of the walk, and his replacement, testing positive for COVID the 2023 Bird Song Walk was cancelled
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| Bring Your Own Picnic by The Lake |
Sit by the lake and see what birds and wildlife there is about whilst enjoying a picnic. |
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| Crickets & Dragonflies |
This event was held from 2008 up to 2016. From 2017, it was incorporated into our 'Nature Quest' event |
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| Kites & Classic Cars |
Kite displays, make and fly a kite; admire up to 12 gleaming classic cars. Also side stalls and refreshments |
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Link [opens in a new window] Suspended in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic; now suspended due to the withdrawal of the Essex Kite Group and a chronic
shortage of volunteers to organise and run it |
| Moths & Star Gazing |
Moth Night and Stargazing. This is a joint event with the Wickford Wildlife Society. |
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| Monthly Wildlife Walks |
Organised by Martin Singleton of the Wickford Wildlife Society (WWS). Held monthly, on a Wednesday morning, Martin will be facilitating a sociable and leisurely walk around the Park looking out for, and recording, birds and other wildlife spotted or
heard. |
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| Nature Event (originally Nature Quest) |
A FREE day for children to explore some of the nature of the Park, with several different activities to try. |
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Link [opens in a new window] Suspended in 2019 due to a shortage of volunteers; cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic; now suspended due to a
chronic shortage of volunteers to organise and run it |
| Paws in the Park |
A fun Dog Show for all the family |
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Link [opens in a new window] Suspended since 2019 due to a shortage of volunteers to organise and run it |
| Quiz Nights |
A light hearted quiz for tables of up to eight. |
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Link [opens in a new window] Suspended in 2018 due to a shortage of volunteers to organise and run it |
| Skylarks 3K Races |
A 3K run around the Park for the serious club runners, casual runners, joggers ..... and walkers. |
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Link [opens in a new window] Cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic; Suspended in 2022 due to a shortage of volunteers to organise and run them |
| Yule Rambles / January Jaunts |
Enjoy a gentle, leisurely walk around the perimeter of the Country Park, under the leadership of the very knowledgeable Martin Singleton, from the Wickford Wildlife Society. Afterwards, gather in the Pavilion for Christmas-themed
refreshments, followed by the AGM. |
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