Family fun: Mysterious nightjars of Haldon Forest Park

Haldon Forest Park, Bullers Hill, Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XR

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Adult nightjar

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Join our Rangers for a fun activity session for the whole family to learn all about the fascinating and mysterious nightjars that live in Haldon Forest Park!

The nightjar is a ground-nesting bird that flies more than 3,000 miles from Africa to Devon to breed each summer. They are one of the most important and scarce wildlife species that lives in the forest.

Come along to have a go at matching the nightjar's incredible camouflage skills and discover how your senses and hunting skills match up to those of a nightjar!

Info and booking
Hour-long sessions will run throughout the day, starting at 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, and 2:30pm. Head over to Eventbrite to choose your session and book your child's place.

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FREE (parking charges apply)

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  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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  • Booking Advised

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Road Directions

Travelling by car on the A38, turn off at the exit for Exeter Racecourse (there are no slip roads for this turning). Follow the signs for Haldon Forest Park. The nearest postcode for sat nav is EX6 7XR but look out for the roadside banners directing you to the car park. The most accurate way to find our car park is using What3Words chuck.kicks.ruffling.

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