Nature Reserve · Community Organization · Trust
Registered Charity Number: 1188441
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NEW FOR 2026
Tree Walk
Saturday 11 April
10:00 - 11:30
Starting at The Barn off Fieldfare Drive, our chairman Paul Wilby will lead you on a guided walk through the reserve and surrounding areas.
Along the way, Paul will share fascinating insights into the history of the reserve and highlight notable trees and the diverse species that make Hayle Park so special.
Tickets are free, but we hope you will make a donation to the maintenance of our reserves.
📍 Meeting point: The Barn, opposite 10 Fieldfare Drive
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🐾 Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead.
⚠️ Please note: the walk will take place across uneven paths and include inclines and declines. In the event of poor weather, the walk will be rescheduled.
Dawn Chorus
Sunday 19 April
04:45 - 06:30
Starting at the Barn off Fieldfare Drive at 4:45, Steve Songhurst will guide you through the reserve and neighbouring areas to enjoy the spring dawn chorus, as each avian member of nature’s orchestra performs and delights you with their own virtuoso display of musical joy.
Steve will be available to assist in identifying each tweet of the day, or just help you to reconnect with nature.
Tickets are free, but we hope you will make a donation to the maintenance of our reserves.
📍 Meeting point: The Barn, opposite 10 Fieldfare Drive
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🐾 Sorry, no dogs on this walk as they will disturb the birds.
⚠️ Please note: the walk will take place across uneven paths and include inclines and declines. In the event of poor weather, the walk will be rescheduled.
Bat Walk
Friday 28 August
20:00 - 21:30
Join us on a dusk walk through the reserve and surrounding area to see and hear these nocturnal creatures. Our walk will be guided by local wildlife warden Steve Songhurst. Bat detectors will be supplied!
Tickets are free, but we hope you will consider making a donation to the maintenance or our reserves.
📍 Meeting point: The Barn, opposite 10 Fieldfare Drive
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🐾 Sorry, no dogs on this walk as they will disturb the wildlife.
⚠️ Please note: the walk will take place across uneven paths and include inclines and declines in the dark. We may also walk along a road with no path. In the event of poor weather, the walk will be rescheduled.
Open Day
Sunday 13 September
12:00 - 15:00
Join us for our annual open day on Sunday, 13th! We're currently finalising the details and will keep you informed. If you're interested in a stall holder at this event, please reach out to haylepark@look.com.
Small Mammal Survey
Saturday 31 October
08:00 - 09:30
Ever wondered what small mammals live in the nature reserve ?
Want to get up close with a field vole, wood mouse or shrew ?
Then come along on our small mammal hunt and see if we have been successful with our overnight nest box traps.
Tickets are free, but we hope you will consider making a donation to the maintenance or our reserves.
📍 Meeting point: The Barn, opposite 10 Fieldfare Drive
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🐾 Sorry, no dogs on this walk. They will stress the small mammals.
⚠️ Please note: the walk will take place across uneven paths. Dress for the weather as it will go ahead even in rain.
Work Party
Our regular volunteer work parties are a great way to connect with nature, get active and improve wellbeing!
Volunteers meet at the barn at 10:00 (opposite number 10 Fieldfare Drive, ME15 6XL) on Friday. The day usually finishes at 15:00, but you are welcome to come along for an hour or for as long as you can.
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Tea, coffee and snacks provided, bring your own lunch
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Toilet and kitchen area on site
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Tasks for all ability levels
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Training and equipment are provided