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A message from Greg Furr, Constable of the Town & Manor of Hungerford:

Welcome to the Freeman’s Marsh summer events programme. The marsh is one of the best places to see wildlife in the Kennet valley.

Over the winter months the conservation group has been hard at work scrub bashing and helping to restore the river. This is all part of a long-term conservation plan drawn up with Natural England and the Environment Agency. There will be more volunteer tasks in the autumn but for now relax and thank you for helping out on the tasks.

Thanks also to all those keeping your dogs on leads during the bird nesting season which runs from 1 March – 31 July. Please keep to the paths with your dog on a short lead in the area protected for wildlife between the river and the canal. You are welcome to exercise your dog off the lead on land between the canal and the railway.

Please enjoy the marsh in all its glory this season and we hope to see you out on the some of the fascinating events exploring our wildlife this summer.

Greg Furr,
Constable Town & Manor of Hungerford

Join Freeman’s Marsh Conservation Group

Freeman‘s Marsh Conservation Group aims to raise awareness about the marsh and enable local people to get involved in helping look after and manage the area.

There are plenty of opportunities to protect and enhance Freeman’s Marsh by helping out on a conservation task. You will make a real difference to the countryside, have fun, learn new skills, meet new people and help protect the Marsh.

Walks and Events 2012
For booking and more information contact
Town & Manor of Hungerford, Town Hall, Hungerford
Tel: 07932 322163 Email: access@townandmanor.co.uk

Sunday 15 April, 2.00pm – 4.00pm.
Spring Birds: Enjoy a walk over the marsh looking and listening for resident and visiting birds with Jerry Woodham. Spring is a fantastic time to dig out the binoculars as many seasonal migrants have arrived and nesting season has begun. Meet at the canal swing bridge next to St Lawrence's Church.

Tuesday 15 May, 6.00pm – 7.30pm.
History on Freeman’s Marsh: Enjoy a fascinating walk with Hugh Pihlens who will talk take us back in time and talk about a whole range of topics including the Pest House, the growth of the marsh, ancient landscape features, WW2 defences, railway and canal. Meet at the canal swing bridge by St Lawrence's Church.

Friday 18 May
River dipping for children – 5.00pm – 6.00pm
River dipping for adults - 6.30pm – 7.30pm
We are running two sessions, one for children and a separate one for adults exploring the wonderful underwater world. The children's event is suitable for children 7 – 16 years and they must be accompanied by an adult. All equipment supplied. Numbers are limited so please contact 07932 322163 below to reserve your place.

Sunday 10 June, 7.00am – 9.00am
Early morning birds
Get up early and join John Swallow on a walk around the marsh in search of late spring migrants and summer residents. Meet at the canal swing bridge at Marsh Lock, in the middle of the marsh.

'This project has been supported by the
North Wessex Downs AONB Sustainable Development Fund and
West Berkshire Council'




	Future events & further information: If you would like to receive the next events programme please contact us with your details and we will put you on our mailing list. Access and Education Officer Town and Manor of Hungerford Town Hall Berkshire RG17 0NJ Tel: 07932 322163 Email: access@townandmanor.co.uk Updated: 3.4.2012 Back to Top