Illustrated Wildlife Talks
Upcoming Evening Talks
Sat 10 OctEverton Village PavilionDiscover the hidden world of the New Forest’s moths and butterflies in this fascinating illustrated talk with naturalist Marcus Ward. From brightly coloured butterflies dancing across heathlands to the incredible diversity of moths that emerge after dark, this presentation explores the lives
Sat 07 NovEverton Village PavilionJoin us for an evening exploring the fascinating world of fungi in the New Forest. Our speaker, Marcus Ward, will guide us through the incredible diversity of fungi found in this unique landscape, from colourful toadstools to the hidden networks that help our woodlands thrive.
Sat 12 DecEverton Village PavilionJoin Marcus Ward for an illustrated journey into the quieter, hidden side of the New Forest during the winter months. While the landscape may appear still, winter is a remarkable season filled with wildlife activity, survival strategies, and dramatic changes across the Forest’s habitats.
Sat 09 JanEverton Village PavilionJoin Marcus Ward for a fascinating illustrated talk exploring two of the New Forest’s most elusive and captivating species — the Hawfinch and the Pine Marten.
Sat 13 FebEverton Village PavilionJoin Marcus Ward for an illustrated journey through the changing seasons along one of the New Forest’s most beautiful and wildlife-rich waterways — the Beaulieu River. From the fresh colours of spring and the busy breeding season of summer, to autumn migrations and the quieter beauty of winter.
Sat 13 MarEverton Village PavilionCome along for a special event hosted by our Wildlife Explorers, where young nature enthusiasts will each give short talks on their favourite wildlife topics.
Illustrated Wildlife Talks
We deliver engaging, illustrated talks on New Forest wildlife to audiences across the UK – from local community groups and natural history societies to national ornithological conferences.
Our talks can be tailored to provide either a broad introduction to the wildlife of the New Forest or a deep dive into specific themes, such as our latest research projects and the key conservation issues facing the area today.
Programme for 2026
Below is our current programme of available talks. Fees usually range from £75 to £100 for sessions lasting 1–2 hours.
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Moths
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Fungi
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Hawfinch
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A year on the Beaulieu River
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A Wildlife Year in the New Forest
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A Year in the Life of Lymington–Keyhaven Marshes
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Pine Martens in the New Forest
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Winter in the New Forest – Thriving Through Nature’s Toughest Days
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Woodland Birds of the New Forest
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Fungi in the New Forest
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Wild New Forest Projects and Fieldwork
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Bird Identification and Song (various topics available)
If you’d like us to book a talk for your organisation or event, please get in touch using the contact details at the bottom of this page.