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The seven acre reserve is situated between the River Aire and the Denso Marston factory in Shipley, West Yorkshire. Created in 1990 on Denso Marston wash land for the benefit of wildlife, community enjoyment and education. An urban haven of woodland, meadows and pools with varied wildlife complement the other green areas in the wildlife rich Aire valley.Book Tickets
Events
Thursday, 15th June 2023 - Thursday, 15th June 2023
Drawing NatureBring your artistic side, find your inner Bob Ross and seek out the happy little trees at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon.- more info
Saturday, 17th June 2023 - Saturday, 17th June 2023
Scandanavian Folk TalesCome and listen to Scandanavian Folk Tales at Denso Marston Reserve- more info
Thursday, 22nd June 2023 - Thursday, 22nd June 2023
Hunt for BugsCome and hunt for bugs at Denso Marston reserve as part of National bug week.- more info
Saturday, 8th July 2023 - Saturday, 8th July 2023
Moths, Butterflies and DragonfliesCome and look for moths, butterflies and dragonflies at Denso Marston Reserve.- more info
Saturday, 15th July 2023 - Saturday, 15th July 2023
Thursday, 20th July 2023 - Thursday, 20th July 2023
Workshop - LadybirdsAs days get longer and warmer, ladybirds are breeding and more active as the study of these popular Denso Marston Reserve residents will show.- more info
Wednesday, 26th July 2023 - Wednesday, 26th July 2023
Moth NightCome and look for moths as part of National Moth Night (week!) at Denso Marston Reserve.- more info
Friday, 28th July 2023 - Friday, 28th July 2023
Bat Walk with Ian ButterfieldCome and join us for our annual bat walk at Denso Marston Reserve.- more info
Saturday, 12th August 2023 - Saturday, 12th August 2023
Drawing NatureOnce again bring along your inner artist like last time we will search for things to draw. We will look at colours shapes and how things are changing as we head towards autumn.- more info
Saturday, 19th August 2023 - Saturday, 19th August 2023
- Grimms Fairy TalesCome and listen to Grimm Fairy Tales at Denso Marston Reserve.
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Saturday, 9th September 2023 - Saturday, 9th September 2023
An Autumn WalkSearch for seasonal changes around you with this Autumn Walk at Denso Marston Reserve.- more info
Thursday, 21st September 2023 - Thursday, 21st September 2023
Autumn WritingsUsing the season come and write something that heads towards the darker side of the year, whether its ghosties and goolies or laughter and light. Come and join us for a damn good scribble!- more info
Saturday, 23rd September 2023 - Saturday, 23rd September 2023
Saturday, 14th October 2023 - Saturday, 14th October 2023
Saturday, 21st October 2023 - Sunday, 22nd October 2023
VismigHave you ever wondered what those tiny dots are that fly above your head en mass in autumn? Now you can find out. On this weekend workshop we will be looking at how to identify those tiny dots in the sky and how to record them, as well as counting them - there may be lots of wood pigeons! Then on…- more info
Thursday, 2nd November 2023 - Thursday, 2nd November 2023
Tree Felling With Hand SawsOn this day workshop we will be looking at the techniques on how to fell small trees using handsaws. We will also look at the reasons for felling, habitat management, and how wildlife can be encouraged by the felling of trees.- more info
Thursday, 9th November 2023 - Thursday, 9th November 2023
Saturday, 18th November 2023 - Saturday, 18th November 2023
Owl PelletsHave you ever wondered what is in an owl pellet? Now you can find out. We will be using Barn owl pellets, and we will look at how to search beneath the fur. Skulls are ace!- more info
Saturday, 11th November 2023 - Saturday, 11th November 2023
Wildlife on the Western FrontDenso Marston Reserve will be examining the wildlife seen on the Western Front between 1914 and 1918.- more info
Thursday, 23rd November 2023 - Thursday, 23rd November 2023
Winter Tree IdentificationWe will be looking at a selection of trees throughout the reserve. We will be looking at the basic methods of winter tree identification. This workshop will involve both indoor and outdoor activities- more info
Saturday, 9th December 2023 - Saturday, 9th December 2023
Xmas PreserveVisit the Denso Marston Reserve for the annual Xmas Preserve of ukuleles and readings.- more info
Thursday, 14th December 2023 - Thursday, 14th December 2023
Festive WritingsHow about joining us for a couple hours to relax and have a scribble. Write about the festive season - you can rant you can rave you can let your inner scribblings free. And there may be the odd mince pie or two!- more info
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Children
- Children welcome
