Urban Nature Club at Walthamstow Wetlands: Fungi

Fly agaric

Fly agaric ©Ben Hall/2020VISION

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Helena Dolby, Sheffield Wildlife Trust

A group of mushrooms

Chris Canelle

Urban Nature Club at Walthamstow Wetlands: Fungi

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Discover the fascinating world of fungi! A fun wildlife workshop for 6-12 year olds with creative, interactive activities.

Event details

Meeting point

Find us in the outdoor classroom next to the Engine House

Date

Time
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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About the event

Join us at Walthamstow Wetlands for a family nature session exploring mushrooms, mycelium and the important role fungi play in our ecosystems. Become a fungi detective on a nature walk, get creative with fungi-inspired crafts and discover the hidden networks beneath our feet.

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 outdoor classroom next to the Engine House.

This 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.

This is a Championing Nature event. Championing Nature is a multi-year programme delivered by London Wildlife Trust and made possible by Wimbledon and Emirates.

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

The Marine Engine House and paved pathway through the site are accessible for wheelchair users and those with walking difficulties. Some of the paths around the Outdoor Classroom Area are woodchip. The path may be uneven and muddy in some places

There is an accessible toilet and café with ramp access.

Wheelchair access

The Engine House is fully accessible. Parts of the site are wheelchair accessible.

What to bring

Come dressed for the weather, we will be outside for part of the session come rain or shine!

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Parking information

Parking is available onsite, please pay at the meter.

Bicycle parking

Available
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking

Contact us

Sophie Harris
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