Urban Nature Club at Grosvenor Square: Dragonflies

Emerald damselfly

Emerald damselfly by Iain Leach

the urban park pond at grosvenor square surrounded by purple wildflowers and tall grass, with benches, mature trees, and brick buildings in the background

Credit Stuart Bailey Photography

An emperor dragonfly in flight, with an apple-green thorax and dazzling blue abdomen

Emperor dragonfly © Chris Lawrence

Urban Nature Club at Grosvenor Square: Dragonflies

Grosvenor Square, London, W1K 6LF
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A fun nature workshop for 6-12 year olds with creative, interactive activities.

Event details

Meeting point

Meet at the Wheatsheaf building

Date

Time
10:00am - 12:00pm

About the event

Come and learn all about dragonflies, damselflies and demoiselles at Grosvenor Square. Learn about their behaviour, habitats, some of the threats they face and what we can do to help. Enjoy dragonfly-themed activities and a nature walk. 

The workshop costs £10 per family. We do not want the cost to be a barrier to accessing this event, if it is not affordable for you, please email learning@wildlondon.org.uk for a place.

Meet at the Wheatsheaf building around from the cafe kiosk, what3words: panels.banana.duke.

The session will be led by a member of our Learning & Engagement team.

Aimed at 6- 12 year olds but younger siblings welcomed. All children must be accompanied throughout the session by a responsible adult.

Donations are welcome. All profits are invested into London Wildlife Trust’s conservation and education work and the care of its nature reserves. 

Booking

Price

£10 per family ticket

Suggested donation

All profits are invested into London Wildlife Trust’s conservation and education work and the care of its nature reserves.

Additional booking information

We have 12 family places available. Please book your space using the Eventbrite link.

Suitable for

Families

Know before you go

Dogs

Assistance dogs only

Please be advised that trained assistance dogs on duty are welcome, but in order to protect the sensitive habitat and drinking water supply, we cannot allow other dogs or pets of any kind on-site, as the wildlife may become distressed.

Mobility

Grosvenor Square has been designed for everyone and is wheelchair accessible and step-free. There is an accessible toilet.

Wheelchair access

The Wheatsheaf building and square are fully wheelchair accessible.

What to bring

Come dressed for the weather, we will be outside for part of the session come rain or shine! Filtered drinking water is provided through drinking fountains at the Square.

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Parking information

No parking on site

Bicycle parking

Available
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Facilities

Toilets
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities

Contact us

Jane Lilley