Discover nature this summer
Join us for activities in parks across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole this summer.
In August, learn all about Marvellous Meadows and the creatures that use them at our event at Watermans Park, Christchurch. Or join us on a Moor to Shore nature walk from Turlin Moor Recreation Ground to Upton Country Park, Poole, to gently stroll and enjoy the wildlife of the season in this beautiful area.
Plus there are our regular activities including Nature Tots at Alexandra Park, Poole, and our GreenFingers volunteer gardening groups who will be busy as ever with seasonal tasks to look after our local parks.
New to gardening? That’s no problem – there are tasks to suit new and experienced gardeners alike, and we’ll learn from each other as we go.
Watch our wildlife cameras
We’ve been excitedly watching barn owl chicks in a nest box at Hengistbury Head as they have hatched, grown and developed, and are now starting to stretch their wings and take their first flights.
Check out their progress on our live-streaming wildlife cameras as they prepare to fully fledge.
Summer fun at our cafes
Visit our cafes in local parks this summer for fun events, barbecues, ice creams, or simply a cuppa.
Find us at Alexandra Park in Poole, Winton Recreation Ground and Redhill Park in Bournemouth.
And don’t forget, if you’re visiting the beach, our Boscombe Chine Gardens Café and Mini Golf is open for the season – join us for a game, no booking needed.
Ranger Work Experience
Are you, or do you know someone aged 16-25 years old who’d like to gain valuable environmental skills?
Our Young Adult Ranger Work Experience sessions run throughout the year, and each season offers the opportunity to learn new skills like park maintenance, species surveys, and woodworking.
To find out more and register your interest, please contact: ra****@*****************rg.uk or call: 01202 143724.
To see what sessions are coming up, click below and use the ‘Event Type’ filter to search ‘Ranger Work Experience’.
Stay up to date
Join our email newsletters and be the first to know the latest about our charity’s projects and activities across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole – straight to your inbox.
- The Parks Foundation – our monthly newsletter, full of updates and information about our charity’s projects, events, cafés, fundraising, and opportunities to get involved.
- Parks in Mind – our monthly programme listing our upcoming wellbeing activities for adults.
