Walking Festival: Bat Walk
Learn about native bats and how to hear and see them as part of the Walking Festival 2025.
Join us for an exciting at Walk as part of the 2025 Walking Festival! Our knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the bats of Milton Keynes and teach you the differences between Common and Soprano Pipistrelles. With any luck, you'll catch sight of them flying overhead!
Shenley Wood, one of the three ancient woodlands we care for, is the perfect spot for a fun and fascinating evening with bats.
Event Details:
- Date & time: Friday 9th May, at 8:30pm
- Meeting spot: Shenley Wood, Merlewood Drive
- What3Words location: ideals.gilding.installs
This event is timed to begin just before sunset. Please check the start time and arrive early for a quick briefing and to learn how to use the bat detectors.
Due to the popularity of these events, pre-booking is essential. Each attendee requires a ticket, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults tickets are £5, and child tickets (u16) are £1.
Please dress warmly, as it can get cooler after sunset.
Please note that dogs (except assistance dogs) are not permitted on these walks. We hope to see you there for an evening of bat spotting!
Tickets will be available to book from Wednesday 2nd April at 9am.
Check out this year's programme which features over 30 walks across Milton Keynes.
