To ensure an interesting and engaging activity for all attendees, we limit the numbers of people who can attend some of our events. Places will be offered to members first and then to non-members if some are still available. Find out more about joining Norsey Wood Society here.

Identifying Flying Insects

Saturday 13th June 10.00 - 12.00

Norsey Wood

From Bees, Wasps & Butterflies to Dragon, Damsel & Hoverflies. Plus lots of other species.

Led by Steve Prewer

Now open to non members, please email us to book your space.

Butterflies, Moths and their Caterpillars.

Evening Talk

Monday 15th June 19.45

The Fold, 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD

Talk given by John Attiwell, Community Ranger, Essex Wildlife Trust

John will examine the butterflies and moths found in Essex to demonstrate their diversity, and their oft-overlooked caterpillars. He takes an optimistic look at their conservation and will offer some practical hints and tips about how to welcome them into your garden and community open spaces including how to experience the beauty of moths, so often unseen due to their nocturnal habits.

Open to all.

Suggested donation: Members £2, non-members £3

Small Mammal Survey

Sunday 12th July 08.00 - 10.30

Norsey Wood

Our second year of an ongoing monitoring programme to record the Mice, Voles and Shrews that live in Norsey Wood. 

Led by Steve Prewer and Luke Owen

Open to members only

Bat and Moth Evening

Wednesday 15th July 20.30 - 23.30

Norsey Wood

Using our bat detectors to pick-up their signals, we can identify the bat species as we watch them hawking at dusk for flying insects along the rides. As darkness falls, two Moth traps will be running. This will allow us close-up views of many species that would otherwise remain a mystery to visitors

Led by Steve Prewer, Ken Richmond and Peter Furze (BHNS)

Open to members only

Dragonflies, Damselflies & Pond Life

Saturday 15th August 10.00 - 12.30

Norsey Wood

A look below the surface at the hidden biodiversity of a pond, while admiring the aerial spectacular of hunting, patrolling and mating Dragon and Damselflies.

Led by Steve Prewer and Alan Shearring

Open to members only

Bat and Moth Evening

Wednesday 26th August 20.00 - 23.00

Norsey Wood

Using our bat detectors to pick-up their signals, we can identify the bat species as we watch them hawking at dusk for flying insects along the rides. As darkness falls, two Moth traps will be running. This will allow us close-up views of many species that would otherwise remain a mystery to visitors

Led by Steve Prewer, Ken Richmond and Peter Furze (BHNS)

Open to members only

Small Mammal Survey

Sunday 6th September 08.00 - 10.30

Norsey Wood

Our second year of an ongoing monitoring programme to record the Mice, Voles and Shrews that live in Norsey Wood. 

Led by Steve Prewer and Luke Owen

Open to members only

Ferns, Mosses and Liverworts

Sunday 27th September 10.00 - 12.30

Norsey Wood

The range and diversity of these fascinating plants in Norsey Wood has improved greatly over the last four years. We hope to add to this knowledge, with the help of experts from Essex Field Club.

Open to members only

Annual Fungus Foray

Saturday 10th October 10.00 - 12.30

Norsey Wood

A very popular Autumn event, where we continue to expand our knowledge, and the list of species to be found in this ancient woodland.

A joint event with Wickford Wildlife Society and Essex Field Club

Open to members only

More Fungi Fun

Sunday 15th November 10.00 - 12.30

Norsey Wood

A very popular Autumn event, where we continue to expand our knowledge, and the list of species to be found in this ancient woodland.

A joint event with Wickford Wildlife Society and Essex Field Club

Open to members only

Festive Woodland Walk

Sunday 13th December 10.00 - 12.30

Norsey Wood

A relaxed walk through the wintery woodland. Enjoying the tranquility, while keeping an eye open for the very earliest signs of spring. Then back to the warmth of the Centre for some seasonal refreshments. 

Led by Steve Prewer

Open to members only