“We very much enjoyed the river life walk and the breadth of natural beauty and wildlife encountered.” – Attendee on River Life Walk
This year we are delighted to welcome back renowned author and naturalist Christine Gregory to lead a River Life Walk in Haddon Medieval Park.
Go behind the scenes into the private parkland at Haddon Hall and follow the meandering heart of the Derbyshire River Wye, one of the top five cleanest rivers in England and the national benchmark river for invertebrate life. Its crystal-clear waters teem with fish, including the UK’s only population of wild rainbow trout, and attract important native species such as otters, water voles, kingfishers, ospreys, wagtails and dippers. Wildflowers grow along the river edges and water meadows, including irises, water forget-me-not, marsh thistle and meadow vetchling. For 2-3 hours, walking at a gentle pace with plenty of opportunities for observation and photography, Christine will escort you around the different river habitats within the Medieval Park to discover and appreciate its wildlife and ecology.
This event is suitable for everyone over the age of 16 with a reasonable level of fitness.
Your ticket includes a complimentary tea, coffee or soft drink in our restaurant after the walk, as well as half-price admission to Haddon Hall and its beautiful gardens on the same day.
Haddon Hall is a privately-owned estate, and one of the only houses in England to have remained in one family’s ownership for its entire existence. Your support enables us to protect the buildings and precious landscape here for the future.
Please note that tickets are non-refundable.
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Date: Sunday 18 May 2025
Time: 10.30am for 2-3 hours
Cost: £41.00 per person (includes admission to parkland, guided walk with specialist, half-price admission to Haddon Hall and drink in restaurant)
Car Parking: £4.00 per car
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