Orchid walk at Badbury Rings

National Trust

• 4 June 2024
• 09:00 – 10:30
• See organiser for pricing
• Ages 0 – 4 years

Description

Take a ramble around the rings with a National Trust Ranger to see the abundance of orchids and wildflowers. The walk will be around 1.5 miles in length and take approximately 1.5 hours.

Taking in fine views from the Iron Age hill fort of Badbury Rings, whilst also discovering some of the wild orchids which grow around the ramparts.

Badbury Rings is home to 17 varieties of orchids which many will be in bloom throughout June and the Ranger will take you to key orchid spots.

You will have the opportunity to discover more about the wildlife that calls this area home and also hear about some of the conservation work that is helping manage this site for the benefit of orchids as well as other nature that thrive on the site.

Call 0344 249 1895

Meet at Badbury Rings car park, located along the B3082. Follow brown tourist signs. What3Words location - ///sports.reception.overused.

Please wear appropriate sturdy walking shoes and clothing for the weather conditions. Ground can be wet and muddy following rain. Please bring any food and drink needed.

Unfortunately, this event is not suitable for those with mobility aids. If you would like to attend and would like to discuss your access requirements, please call 01202 883402.

Only assistance dogs can be welcomed on these walks.

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Location

• Wimborne
• Dorset
• BH21 4EA

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