Experience the Magic of Heathland This Summer at Heath Week 2025!

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June 25, 2025

Thames Basin Heaths Partnership Heath Week events run from July 28th to August 3rd & they hope to see you there! 

Discover the Magic of Heath Week 2025 with Thames Basin Heaths Partnership

Thames Basin Heaths Partnership (TBHP) invites you to join Heath Week 2025 from July 28th to August 3rd. This free, week-long celebration is packed with family-friendly activities to help protect the precious heathland across Surrey, Berkshire, and Hampshire.


Explore, Learn, and Protect Heathland Together

Heathland is a rare and beautiful ecosystem that supports unique wildlife like nightjars, rare butterflies, and six native reptile species. During Heath Week, you can:

  • Discover fascinating heathland wildlife
  • Take part in interactive quizzes and creative nature crafts
  • Explore scenic trails and join expert-led walks and talks
  • Meet the passionate TBHP team and partners dedicated to conservation

If you bring your dog, look out for Heathland Hounds offering free advice, dog treats, and info about new dog-friendly walks.


Heath Week 2025 Event Highlights

Monday, 28 July

  • Butterflies and Other Things with Wings, Chobham Common, 10am–1:30pm
  • Wildfire Awareness Roadshow, Wildmoor Heath, 10am–2pm
  • Butterfly and Reptile Walk (RSPB), Blackbushe, 10:30am–12:30pm*
  • Nightjar Walk, Whitmoor, 8pm–10pm*
  • Marvellous Moths, Heather Farm, Horsell, 9pm–12am*

Tuesday, 29 July

  • Heathland Insects, Horsell Common, 10am–2pm
  • Forestry Finds (Forestry England), Bramshill Plantation, 10am–2pm
  • Sensory Scavenger Hunt, Wildmoor Heath, 10am–2pm

…and more events throughout the week

(Booking required for some events)

View the full event calendar and book your spot here → (internal link suggestion)


Why Your Participation Matters

By joining Heath Week, you help raise awareness of this special habitat. Your involvement supports conservation efforts that protect heathland’s rare wildlife and natural beauty. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, dog walker, or family looking for outdoor fun, Heath Week offers a wonderful way to connect with nature.


Plan Your Visit

Mark your calendar, bring your family and friends, and get ready to enjoy a week of discovery, fun, and conservation. Learn more about the Thames Basin Heaths Partnership’s work and other year-round events at TBHP’s website.

Please note events are subject to change. Follow the events calendar for up-to-date information here.

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