Nightjar Evening on Ashdown Forest | Wednesday 8th July

A nightjar sits on a tree branch
Emma and her nightjar walkers enjoy refreshments at sunset
A nightjar in leaf litter

Back by Popular Demand: Nightjar Evening Fundraiser for the Ashdown Forest Foundation

Emma Thorp and Thorp Coaching present a networking opportunity with a difference. Open to leaders, clients and connections of Thorp Coaching and The Ashdown Forest Foundation.

Join us for another opportunity to experience and learn about one of the Forest’s special protected species: the nightjar:

• Experience one of Ashdown Forest’s most extraordinary wildlife spectacles

• Learn about the remarkable journey nightjars make each year from Africa to breed on the Forest

• Spend a summer evening with interesting, like-minded people who care about nature, conservation and the world around them

• Gain insight into the ecology and conservation of this internationally important landscape

• Support the work of the Ashdown Forest Foundation

• Enjoy a rare opportunity to experience the Forest at one of its most magical times of day

This is part wildlife experience, part conservation fundraiser and part summer gathering.

This event is being run to raise funds for the Ashdown Forest Foundation, helping protect and conserve this special landscape for future generations.

Practical Information

• Limited to just 15 places (so not to disturb the birds)
• Bring your own picnic and drinks
• Please bring a torch for the return walk
• Suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear are essential
• The walk will take place over uneven terrain
• Dogs cannot attend
• Exact meeting details will be provided after booking

Hosted by Emma Thorp, volunteer Ashdown Forest warden and founder of Thorp Coaching.

Emma will be joined by Kari Dunbar – Expert Guide.

Booking and Donations

Places are limited to just 15 attendees.

To reserve your place, please make a donation to the Ashdown Forest Foundation when booking and send proof of your donation. Your place is only confirmed once proof of donation has been received.

If you can no longer attend, please let us know as soon as possible so your place can be offered to someone on the waiting list.

Suggested donations are:

Nightjar Supporter – £25
Nightjar Conservation Supporter – £40
Nightjar Champion – £60

Emma is volunteering her time to organise and host the evening. Thorp Coaching is not making any profit from this event. All donations will support the work of the Ashdown Forest Foundation.