Birdsong walkshops

Stanmer Park, Brighton

Learn the bird sounds of woods and parkland

Now booking for:
Saturday 2 January 2027

Saturday 13 March 2027

Saturday 17 April 2027

Saturday 15 May 2027

In these early morning outdoor workshops, we explore how to identify common resident and migratory birds on the nature-rich edge of Brighton.

Each ‘walkshop’ includes:

  • Before the day, access to step-by-step audio lessons on how to identify five key woodland species by sound

  • A gentle 2.5-hour walk around the woodland and downland edge at Stanmer Park

  • Potential species encountered will include Firecrest, Corn Bunting, Grey Wagtail, Skylark, Goldcrest, Mistle Thrush, Nuthatch, Treecreeper, Green & Great Spotted Woodpeckers, Robin, Blackbird, Wren, Dunnock, Stock Dove, common finches, crows & tits & Chiffchaff.

  • A sit-down Q&A session with options for refreshments at The One Garden

  • Easy access by bus, rail, bike or car

  • Small group size (maximum 12 participants)

  • Starts 7.15am, finishes 10.30am

This workshop is led by Charlie Peverett.

A few essential details

 

ROUTE: The route for the walk includes a gentle ascent of the downland from Stanmer Village, but it will be taken slowly. Walking boots are recommended.

WEATHER: The walk will go ahead unless there is a weather warning for rain or wind in place.

CHILDREN: Accompanied children 10+ are welcome to attend, but dogs need to be left at home for this one.

Cost

 

£37.50 per person

Discounts are available for Birdsong Essentials course students and Shriek of the Week paid subscribers (please contact us if you need a checkout code).

Book your spot

Each workshop is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Any questions?

If you have questions about Birdsong Academy events contact hello@birdsong.academy

 

Walkshop group photo by Syd Wilson