What's in flower - The Paddock

We invite you to join us at the Paddock for our weekly wildlife survey in 2025! Whether you are an expert or complete beginner this will be a chance to get outdoors and explore the wildlife on your doorstep

What to expect:

- A short talk

- A guided transect survey of the whole site.

-The data collected will help us develop the Paddock into a Local Nature Reserve.

- By booking onto multiple sessions you’ll gain a deeper understanding of seasonal cycles, and improve your I.D. skills.

Pre-booking is essential, book now to confirm a place.

Please be aware Eventbrite booking closes one day before each surveying event at 5pm.

If you have to cancel your place for any reason, please get in touch via thepaddock@tcv.org.uk or by the contact numbers below to let us know.

What to bring:

You will be issued with a field recording sheet, species guide sheets, a clipboard and a pencil.

If you own a pair of binoculars and further ID guides/books, you are welcome to bring them along.

Individual surveys will run outdoors for about an hour, please be sure to check the weather/temperature and dress accordingly.

COVID-Safe Measures:

Whilst social distancing and COVID-safe measures are no longer legally required, you are welcome to wear a mask if you would like to. Please consider others' wishes who may still want to social distance, and always wash hands before eating/drinking on TCV projects.

Under 18s:

All ages can join in the bird survey, the route is a little muddy but buggies are welcome!

If you want to volunteer and are 16-17 years old please ensure you get in touch with us at thepaddock@tcv.org.uk, as you will need a completed parent/ guardian consent form to join in. For everyone aged 15 and under they will also need a parent/guardian with them to attend.

Meeting point:

We will meet at the Paddock main entrance next to the 2x green office buildings on Ferry Lane, N17 9NG.

Contact Info:

The session will be run by Izzy.

Telephone: Izzy (07870678571).

Email: thepaddock@tcv.org.uk