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Binocular & Telescope Hands On Weekend at RSPB Fairburn Ings
Binocular & Telescope Hands On Weekend at RSPB Fairburn Ings
Outdoor Event, from 6 Oct 2018, free entry
VAQAS
01977 628191
fairburnings@rspb.org.uk
www.rspb.org.uk/
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Newton Lane,
Ledston,
Castleford,
WF10 2BH
Also at this Venue
RSPB Fairburn IngsEvents at this Venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Fri 24 Aug | Wild Challenge: Summer Bug Hunts |
| Fri 31 Aug | Wild Challenge: Summer Bug Hunts |
| Sat 1 - Sun 2 Sep | Viking Binocular and Telescope Hands-on Weekend |
| Sat 8 Sep | Dusk Bat Walk |
| Sat 6 - Sun 7 Oct | Binocular & Telescope Hands On Weekend |
| Sun 7 Oct | Birding for Beginners at Fairburn Ings |
Details
Are you are interested in a new pair of binoculars, or want to try a telescope, but not sure what to look for or what the numbers mean?
Then head over to Fairburn's hands on weekends, where the lovely team of staff and volunteers are waiting to give you expert advice to help you choose the right products for you.
They have a wide range of choice, and stock available to take away on the day.
These are free events, however, normal admission charges do apply for non-member visitors wanting to head around the reserve too.
The visitor centre, family trail and Lin Dike trail are accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs. Lin Dike hide was highly commended in recent Natural Environmental Biffa awards and the site was awarded Quality Assured Status in 2007.
Event details
| Dates | Times |
|---|---|
| Sat 6 - Sun 7 Oct 2018 | 10:00 to 15:00 |
| Sat 3 - Sun 4 Nov 2018 | 10:00 to 15:00 |
| Sat 1 - Sun 2 Dec 2018 | 10:00 to 15:00 |
Prices
Free entry
Location
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: SE 451278 Lat: 53.74481 Long: -1.31660
By Road:
Leave the A1 at junction 42 for the A63, and follow signs for Fairburn village on the A1246. Once in the village turn right at Wagon and Horses public house. At the T-junction turn right, and the reserve is 1.5 miles on the left.
Car parking is free for RSPB members and £3 for non members
By Public Transport:
Nearest train station: Castleford Railway Station
Nearest bus station: Castleford Bus Station
Parking: with charge
Nearby
Local AccommodationFacilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Accepts groups
Children welcome
The visitor centre, family trail and Lin Dike trail are accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs. Lin Dike hide was highly commended in recent Natural Environmental Biffa awards and the site was awarded Quality Assured Status in 2007.
