Wild Threads: Harridans, Hedwig and Hawks - Nature Discovery Centre, Wednesday 26 August

Nature Discovery Centre

Wild Threads: Harridans, Hedwig and Hawks - Nature Discovery Centre, Wednesday 26 August

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Birds in Literature: A talk on how birds have been presented in literature over many years of history.

Event details

Meeting point

Lakeside Room

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Date

Time
1:30pm - 3:00pm
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About the event

Wild Threads
Join us at the Nature Discovery Centre for a captivating series of talks exploring the connections between landscape, nature, ecology, literature, poetry, and wildlife. 

This month: How birds have been presented in literature over the years, from Ancient Greece to Shakespeare and on to the C20th, with plenty in between. Why did King Lear call one of his daughters ‘detested kite’?  Why does an old sailor feel compelled to talk about an albatross? What’s wrong with Hedwig? Birds have been used by writers for centuries, and their use tells us a lot about the people and birds of the past, and present.

Led by the popular host of Birds and a Brew, Ailsa Claybourne, these sessions promise insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on the natural world.

Will you help answer nature's SOS call by adding a £5 gift to this booking? You'll help BBOWT bring nature back across our three counties. Please select a donation ticket option if you wish to donate. 

Booking

Price

£12.50 (plus booking fee)

Suitable for

Adults, Experts, Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted
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Wheelchair access

Good Access
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Hearing loop

No
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Facilities

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

Contact us

Lara Buxey
Contact number: 01635874381
Contact email: larabuxey@bbowt.org.uk