November

Borthwood Fungus Foray
Join a local expert and learn more about the fascinating variety of fungi that burst from these woodland soils and decaying wood every autumn.
Day: Thursday Date 1 November Time 10am to 12noon
Meet: Borthwood Parish Council car park SZ 565 843
Cost: Donation to National Trust welcome
Leader: National Trust 01983 741020

Discover Culver Down
An interesting circular walk exploring some of the local history and Island heritage, with stunning views along the way. A moderate walk, with some stiles and steps. Sturdy boots recommended. Dogs on leads welcome.
Day: Friday Date 2 November Time 10.30am to 1pm Distance 3.25 miles
Meet: Bembridge Windmill SZ 639 874
Cost: Donation to National Trust welcome
Leader: National Trust 01983 741020

Birds of St Helens
A walk to look at the wintering birds of the eastern Yar estuary at St Helens. Wellies advisable. No dogs please.
Day: Thursday Date 8 November Time 10.30am to 1pm
Meet: National Trust car Park, St Helens Duver (charges may apply) SZ 635 892
Cost: Donation to Wildlife Trust welcome
Leader: Richard Grogan 01983 760016

Newtown Winter Bird Walks
Join a National Trust volunteer for a guided walk around this National Nature Reserve looking at over- wintering birds, both resident and migrant. It may well be wet underfoot so wellies are recommended. Bring binoculars if you have them. Assistance dogs only.
Day: Saturday Date 10 November Time 10am to 12.30pm
Meet: National Trust car park opposite Newtown Old Town Hall SZ 423 906
Cost: Donation to National Trust welcome
Leader: National Trust 01983 741020

Wildzone: Mottistone Down StarGazing
Learn more about the night sky with a local expert who will help you to get a closer look through telescopes. Please dress warmly, bring your own telescope or binoculars if you have them and a torch with a red flter. Booking essential.
Day: Saturday Date 10 November Time 5pm to 7pm
Meet: Jubilee car park SZ 420 846
Cost: £3 per person (both adults and children)
Leader: National Trust. Phone 01983 741020 to book.

Wight Lore: The St Helens Walk
Discover the origins of St Helens and its dramatic religious past. Hear of the legends, ghostly tales and superstitions linked with the old Duver church and the incredible story of the notorious Sophie Dawes. A fve- hour coastal and country ramble with a pub lunch.
Day: Saturday Date 17 November Time 10am Distance 6.5 miles
Meet: Vine Inn, St Helens
Cost: Donations to Lucie Blackman Trust welcome
Leader: Adrian Searle 01983 615636

“The only path is Essex”
Join the IW Ramblers on a walk to Bagwich, Bleak Down and Bridgecourt. Drink and lunch after in The Essex.
Day: Friday Date 30 November Time 10.45am
Meet: Godshill car park SZ 530 817
Leader: Howard Dufus 01983 755469 [email protected]