How to get out and about with Wirral rangers

Tuesday, October 27 to Friday, October 30 from 11.30am

Traditional Storytelling at Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm, Bidston. Go and be entertained by our storyteller Professor Fiona Angwin. Be amazed by tales of fire, earth, air and water. Hear stories from all over the world brought to life with props and puppets. Suitable for all the family. No need to book just go and take a seat. For further enquiries call 0151 653 9332 or email tamoshanter@wirral.gov.uk

Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 1 from 10am to 3pm.

Family Halloween Trail – Wirral Country Park At Halloween our ancestors celebrated Samhain (pronounced `sow inn’). It was a time to celebrate nature's cycle of death and renewal, with games and apple bobbing. Have a go at the family self-guided trail and learn more about your ancestors and their beliefs. Pick up a trail at the Visitor Centre and follow the clues. There will be a small prize for all children who take part. Call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, October 31 from 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Falling Leaves Join the Ranger on a woodland walk through Royden Park. Meet by the Walled Garden at Royden Park. Not suitable for young children. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 1 from 10am to 12 noon

Autumn/Winter Wildlife at Royden Park Join the Ranger and discover how our wildlife prepares for the winter. Meet at the Rangers Office, Royden Park. No dogs. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 1 from 12noon to 4.00pm

Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Take a guided tour to the top of the 18th Century lighthouse that stands in the middle of the North Wirral Coastal Park. Tours cost £2 per adult and £1 per child. There is a minimum height restriction of 1 metre to climb the 130 steps to the top. (Last tour at 3.30pm). No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 678 5488 or email coastalpark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 1 from 10am to 12.30pm

Conservation at Dibbinsdale One of a series of walks/talks focusing on Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve, Bromborough. This month's theme is the wildlife conservation of the reserve. Strong footwear and suitable clothing advised. Suitable for children aged 8+. No dogs. Booking essential. Call 0151 334 9851or email tamoshanter@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 8 from 10.30am to 12.30pm

Up Hill and Down Dale

Join the Ranger on this walk over Heswall Dales, part of the Wirral Way and down by the coast. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Stout footwear and suitable clothing required. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 8 from 12 noon to 4pm

McFinch’s Fly-Thru Go down to Wirral Country Park and make a bird feeder for your back garden. With shorter days and colder nights its time to help our feathered friends to survive the winter. The event is free but you can make a donation to help the rangers buy seed for their own Fly-Thru feeding station at the Visitor Centre Bird Hide. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. All children under eight must be accompanied by an adult. Meet Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre. For further enquiries call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 15 from 1pm to 3.30pm

Help Conserve Our Heathlands Join the Rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Thurstaston Hill car park (just north of the Cottage Loaf) off Telegraph Road. No dogs. Wear suitable working clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 15 from 10am to 1.30pm

Woodland Task Day Join the rangers at Eastham Country Park on their monthly woodland management tasks. Coppicing, tree planting, scrub clearance and path maintenance followed by hot soup in the volunteer centre afterwards. Suitable for ages 14+. Meet at Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre. For further enquiries call 0151 327 1007 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Wednesday, November 18 from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Help Conserve our Heathlands Join the rangers on a practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet Thurstaston Hill car park (just north of the Cottage Loaf) off Telegraph Road. Sorry no dogs. Wear suitable working clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Wednesday, November 25 from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Heathland Restoration on the Dales Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall. (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, November 28 from 1.30pm to 3.00pm

General Walk around Royden Park Join the ranger on a general guided walk exploring Royden Park. Meet by the Walled Garden in Royden Park. Suitable for all the family. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, November 29, from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Help Conserve our Heathlands Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet Thurstaston Hill car park (just north of the Cottage Loaf) off Telegraph Road. No dogs. Wear suitable working clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Friday, December 4, starting at 9am

Mud’n’Marsh Join the rangers at Banks Road, Lower Heswall where the mudflats of the Dee Estuary meet the marsh. As the tide rises thousands of wading birds will be forced off their feeding grounds to roost in the cover of the marsh. You will see this spectacle unfold before you from your vantage point on the shore. Wear warm waterproofs and bring some binoculars. No dogs. Meet at Banks Road Car Park, Lower Heswall. For further enquiries call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, December 5, starting at 10.30am

High Tide Birdwatch at Kings Gap Join the rangers, Dee Estuary Voluntary Wardens and the RSPB to see the large numbers of wading birds on Hoylake Beach. With a rising tide birds can be seen at close quarters as they roost and feed. Beginners welcome. Take binoculars if you have them. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 678 5488 or email coastalpark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, December 6 from 10.00am to 2.30pm

Birds of Dibbinsdale One of a series of walks/talks focusing on Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve, Bromborough. This month's theme is the bird life of the Reserve. Strong footwear and suitable clothing advised. Suitable for children aged 8+. No dogs. Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve. Booking essential. Call 0151 334 9851 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, December 6, from 12 noon to 4pm

Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Take a guided tour to the top of the 18th Century lighthouse that stands in the middle of the North Wirral Coastal Park. Tours cost £2 per adult and £1 per child. There is a minimum height restriction of 1 metre to climb the 130 steps to the top. (Last tour at 3.30pm). No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 678 5488 or email coastalpark@wirral.gov.uk

Thursday, December 10 from 10.30am to 3.00pm

Wirral Country Park – Willow Coppicing Get along to Cubbins Green at Caldy and assist the rangers with some environmental Willow Coppicing. Learn how to coppice and why we coppice. Take a packed lunch together with boots or study shoes and a pair of gloves. No dogs. For further enquiries and to book a place call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, December 13 from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Heathland Restoration on the Dales Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall. (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, December 13 from 12.30pm to 4pm

Santa at the Farm Visit Santa in his Grotto and also see Jacko in the nativity stable. Tickets are £2.50 available from December 1 and on the day from the farm, though limited to 250. Suitable for children under 10 but they must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm, Bidston. For further enquiries call 0151 653 9332 or email tamoshanter@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, December 13 from 11am to 3.00pm

Christmas Crafts in the Courtyard Prepare for the festivities by making some traditional Christmas decorations and gifts and take a horse drawn sleigh ride through the woods with Father Christmas (weather dependent). Festive fun for all the family. Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre. For further enquiries call 0151 327 1007 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Thursday, December 17, from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Pubs `n’ Paths – a Christmas Special Join the rangers' most popular event for a festive walk around the countryside of West Wirral stopping off for Christmas lunch with all the trimmings at a suitable local hostelry, before returning to the Visitor Centre for a mince pie. No dogs. Booking essential. For further enquiries call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Monday, December 28, from 11am to 3.30pm

Yuletide Tree Trail – Wirral Country Park Have a go at this easy trail for families. Pick up a leaflet at the Visitor Centre and follow the clues. Find out how our ancestors celebrated Yuletide and the importance of trees in their beliefs. There is a small prize. Call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, January 3 from 10.30am – 12.30pm

Up Hill and Down Dale Join the ranger on this walk over Heswall Dales, part of the Wirral Way and down by the coast. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Stout footwear and suitable clothing required. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, January 3 from 12noon to 4pm Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Take a guided tour to the top of the 18th Century lighthouse that stands in the middle of the North Wirral Coastal Park. Tours cost £2 per adult and £1 per child. There is a minimum height restriction of 1 metre to climb the 130 steps to the top. (Last tour at 3.30pm). No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 678 5488 or email coastalpark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, January 10 from 10.30am to 12noon

Mini West Wirral Walk Join the rangers for a shortened version of this popular winter walk. Ramble across the countryside of West Wirral to welcome the New Year and blow the cobwebs away. Return suitably refreshed to the Visitor Centre. Stout footwear and waterproofs are required. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on this walk, but booking essential. For further enquiries call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, January 10 from 10am to 12.30pm

New Year in the Valley One of a series of walks/talks focusing on Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve, Bromborough. A seasonal stroll through the valley of the Reserve. Strong footwear and suitable clothing advised. Suitable for children aged 8+. No dogs. Booking essential, call 0151 334 9851 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Wednesday, January 13 from 10am to 12.30pm

History Walk Discover the delights of Bidston Hill on this guided walk. From its Triassic sandstone foundation, and its Viking colonisers to its Victorian Protectors. This gentle circular walk is suitable for the whole family to enjoy, and will include a brief look at the geology, the rock carvings, the Observatory and Lighthouse, and the flora and fauna. No need to book. Meet at Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm. For further enquiries call 0151 653 9332 or email tamoshanter@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, January 16 from 1.30pm to 3pm

Past, Present and Future Join the ranger and find out more about Royden Park’s past, its present management and what might hold for the future. Meet by the Walled Garden in Royden Park. Suitable for all the family. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, January 17 from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Heathland Restoration on the Dales Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Thursday, January 21 from 10.30am to 3.00pm

Dawpool Nature Reserve Grassland Restoration Help the rangers to improve the habitats of the rare Dingy Skipper Butterfly and the White-letter Hairstreak Butterfly by taking part in a grassland restoration project on this environmentally important site. Meet at the Dee Sailing Club Car Park. Take a packed lunch. Boots or stout shoes and a pair of gloves are essential. No dogs. For further enquiries call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, January 23 from 10am to 1.30pm

Woodland Task Day Join the rangers at Eastham Country Park on their monthly woodland management tasks. Coppicing, tree planting, scrub clearance and path maintenance followed by hot soup in the volunteer centre afterwards. Suitable for ages 14+. Meet at Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre. For further enquiries call 0151 327 1007 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, January 24, from 1pm to 3.45pm

Winter Walk Join the ranger and discover Royden Park, Thurstaston Common and follow local footpaths linking up to a circular route. Meet at the Rangers Office, Royden Park. Stout footwear and suitable clothing required. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, January 31 from 1pm to 3.30pm

Help Conserve Our Heathlands Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet Thurstaston Hill car park (just north of the Cottage Loaf) off Telegraph Road. No dogs. Wear suitable working clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email: midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Wednesday, February 3 from 10.30am to 3.30pm Heathland Restoration on the Dales Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, February 6 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm

Rock, Soils and Vegetation Join the ranger and discover some aspects of Royden Park’s geology and the plants that grow on these soils. Meet by the Walled Garden in Royden Park. Not suitable for young children. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, February 7 from 10am to 12 noon

Winter Birds at Royden Park Enjoy a morning watching our resident birds at Royden Park. Meet at the Rangers Office, Royden Park. No dogs. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, February 7 from 12 noon to 4pm

Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Take a guided tour to the top of the 18th Century lighthouse that stands in the middle of the North Wirral Coastal Park. Tours cost £2 per adult and £1 per child. There is a minimum height restriction of 1 metre to climb the 130 steps to the top. (Last tour at 3.30pm). No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 678 5488 or email coastalpark@wirral.gov.uk

Wednesday, February 10, from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Help Conserve Our Heathlands Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet Thurstaston Hill car park (just north of the Cottage Loaf) off Telegraph Road. No dogs. Wear suitable working clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, February 14 from 11am to 3pm

Nest Box Activity Day Find out more about birds and their nests, how to build a nest box and where to put it. Follow the nest trail through the woods plus lots of art and craft activities. Meet at Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre. For further enquiries call 0151 327 1007 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Tuesday, February 16 from 10.30am to 12.30pm

What Birds Fly Where?

Discover where and when birds fly to roost and/or migrate. Meet at the Rangers Office, Royden Park. No dogs. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, February 28 from 10.30am to 3.30pm Heathland Restoration on the Beacons Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Beacon Lane car park off Telegraph Road, Heswall. No dogs. Wear suitable working clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, February 28 from 10am to 12.30pm

Dibbinsdale: History and Heritage.

One of a series of walks/talks focusing on Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve, Bromborough. This month's theme is the history of the reserve. Strong footwear and suitable clothing advised. Suitable for children aged 8+. No dogs. Booking essential. Call 0151 334 9851 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Wednesday, March 3 from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Heathland Restoration on the Dales Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, March 7 from 10.30am to 3.30pm

The West Wirral Walk – (The Real Deal!) Set out on a ramble across the rolling countryside of West Wirral. Visit the Dungeon Woodland and call in at Thurstaston Church Yard to see the Ismay's Tomb. Then climb Thurstaston Common, one of the highest points in Wirral, before dropping down into Royden Park for lunch. After lunch set off along the footpaths of Frankby before arriving at Stapledon Woods, from there it’s through to Caldy Hill and then back down to the Wirral Way returning to the Visitor Centre at Wirral Country Park. Walking boots and waterproofs are required – and don’t forget your packed lunch! No dogs. Booking essential. Call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, March 7 from 12 noon to 4.00pm

Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Take a guided tour to the top of the 18th Century lighthouse that stands in the middle of the North Wirral Coastal Park. Tours cost £2 per adult and £1 per child. There is a minimum height restriction of 1 metre to climb the 130 steps to the top. (Last tour at 3.30pm). No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 678 5488 or email coastalpark@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, March 13 from 6.30am to 8.30am

Mad March Hares A regular fixture in the rangers' events calendar, `Mad March Hares’ will once again set off across the farmland of west Wirral to seek out boxing Brown Hares. Wrap up warm and bring your binoculars for your ringside seat. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. No dogs. Booking essential. Call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, March 14 from 10.30am to 3.30pm

Heathland Restoration on the Dales Join the rangers on this practical task removing young trees and scrub on our heathlands. All tools and training provided. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (off Quarry Road West). No dogs. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. No need to book. For further enquiries call 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralrangers@wirral.gov.uk

Saturday, March 27 from 6.30am to 8.30am Woodland Wildlife The woods are just waking up after their winter slumber and birds and mammals are on the move! With the leaves not yet out now is a great time to have a walk in the woods. You'll look for woodpeckers, small mammals and early wild flowers on our mooch around Stapledon Woods. Don't forget your binoculars! Sorry no dogs. Booking essential. Call 0151 648 4371 or email wirralcountrypark@wirral.gov.uk

Sunday, March 28 from 11am to 3.00pm Garden Birds Activity Day Find out more about how to help the birds in your garden. Make a bird feeder to take home, follow the bird trail through the woods plus loads of art & craft activities. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. Meet at Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre.

For further enquiries call 0151 327 1007 or email easthamrangers@wirral.gov.uk