Staffordshire Bat Group
Bat walks and events 2025
It can be cold during bat walks with uneven ground, please wear warm clothing and suitable shoes. A torch will also be useful but should not be shone towards the bats.
Please note there may be a charge for some of the events and walks. Additional dates and events may be added at a later date.
STAFFORD CASTLE, NEWPORT ROAD, STAFFORD, ST16 1DJ Friday 4th July 2025, 9.15pm to 10.45pm PRICES:£6 per person
Come along for an evening walk on the wild side with an expert from Staffordshire Bat Group. You will be guided, listening and watching out for furry friends as they dart through the woodland and you will learn about these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat! Parking is free for the event. Please book soon due to limited spaces.
Book your place by calling on 01785 619131 or visit us at the Ancient High House. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces.
5th July 9.15pm Staffordshire Bat Group lead a bat walk at Chasewater Country Park, Pool Lane, Brownhills, Walsall, WS8 7NL. To book call 01543 370737.
12th July. 9pm. Staffordshire Bat Group lead a walk around Dosthill Park. Meet at the car park opposite the DORCAS centre, Blackwood Road, Dosthill, B77 1JE. A joint event with the Friends of Dosthill Park. Booking not required.
18th July. 9.00pm. Staffordshire Bat Group lead a Bat walk at the Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge, Nr Rugeley. ST17 0WT. Meet at the Gatehouse. Pre-booking essential Tel 01889 880100, Adults £7.30 (including £0.80 booking fee), Children and SBG members free.
15th August. 8.15pm. Staffordshire Bat Group lead a Bat walk at the Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge, Nr Rugeley. ST17 0WT. Meet at the Gatehouse. Pre-booking essential Tel 01889 880100, Adults £7.30 (including £0.80 booking fee), Children and SBG members free.
29th August. Start Time To Be Confirmed. Staffordshire Bat Group lead a walk at Beacon Park, Swan Road, Lichfield, WS13 6QZ. Booking details still to be confirmed. Please contact Lichfield District Council for more details.
30th August 8pm A joint event with Lichfield Group SWT. Bat walk at Fisherwick Lakes, Fisherwick Wood Lane, WS13 6QF. The lakes are accessed by going through Whittington village not Fisherwick. Meet at the Fishing Centre car park.
13th September 7.15pm Staffordshire Bat Group lead a bat walk at Aqualate Mere, off A518, near Newport. Meet at the Fisherman’s Car Park – grid reference SJ7774 1980. Pre-booking is through this link… Aqualate Mere Bat Walk Tickets, Sat 13 Sep 2025 at 19:15 | Eventbrite. £6 per person.
Staffordshire Bat Group can be contacted at the Wolseley Centre address or on
staffsbat@gmail.com or visit our website www.staffsbats.co.uk