Nature events in Edinburgh
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Events in Edinburgh
Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Winter Talks: Delve into Scottish Plant Lore by Greg Kenicer
People have used plants in myriad ways through the ages in Scotland and this talk on 6th March at Dr Neil's Garden investigates some of these uses and practices.
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Spring Forest Bathing Walk & Journaling in Nature Experience
Join Creative Roots in Nature for this Spring Forest Bathing Walk & Journaling in Nature Experience on 16th March at Hermitage of Braid Nature Reserve!
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Day 811 - Twenty Seven months of Nature Journaling
Join Pete Carthy on Saturday, 22nd March for an extraordinary celebration of art, nature, and storytelling as he presents his remarkable exhibition, 811 Days of Nature Journaling!
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Spring Foraging with Wild Food UK in the Pentland Hills
Unlock the secrets of nature and embark on a journey of exploration with Wild Food UK's immersive foraging courses this Spring!
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Gordon Buchanan - Lions and Tigers and Bears
Award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road in 2025 with his biggest ever live tour. Join him at Assembly Rooms on Saturday 29th March!
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Join community herbalist and foraging tutor, Soraya Bishop for this eight month exploration of wild medicinal and edible plants growing abundantly in and around Edinburgh through the seasons.
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Winter Talks: Whither nature by Roger Crofts
In this talk, Roger Crofts asks his listeners what is nature to you, describes what is happening around the world and in Scotland, asks who is in charge and suggests what needs to be done.
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Creatures of the Planet
Meet some of our incredible animals as they showcase their remarkable natural behaviours and instincts at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Rainforest Adventure
Discover the tropical rainforest with Dynamic Earth's family drop-in activities as part of Edinburgh Science Festival!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: The Art of Rocks
Get inspired by geology in this creative illustration workshop at Dynamic Earth!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Tiny Archives of Earth and Time
This exhibition, presented by researchers from Heriot-Watt University, highlights the importance of these microorganisms as tiny authors and record keepers.
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Spring Guided Forest Bathing Walk & Charcoal Art Experience
Celebrate Spring with a unique guided experience that blends the calming practice of Forest Bathing and Charcoal Art on 6th April.
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Meet the Marine Scientists
Meet marine scientists for some amazing activities in this drop-in event at Dynamic Earth!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Animal Adventures
Have you ever wanted to track a tiger? How about tagging a turtle? In this family digital workshop, you can do just that!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Spring Explorers
Embark on an adventure with the Discovery and Learning team at Edinburgh Zoo through visiting our animals and unique spaces in this 3-hour session for ages 6+.
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Wildlife Adventurers
Discover our wildlife garden at Edinburgh Zoo and participate in experimental play and a range of fun engaging activities!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Ocean Explorers
Dive deep into this early years session, where children and their grown ups can enjoy a fun mix of storytelling, singing and crafting, all based around the ocean!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Dynamic Earth Family Outdoor Day
Kickstart a family adventure in Holyrood Park with Dynamic Earth this Easter!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Conservation and Cans
Join leading experts for a drink and hear about Edinburgh Zoo's mission to save wildlife and their latest conservation work around the globe!
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Edinburgh Science Festival: Step to Sustainability
Join us for an exclusive guided tour of Edinburgh Zoo after closing, led by one of our rangers, followed by a talk at our new solar meadow.
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Penelope Trappes + support
Brighton-based Australian Penelope Trappes is a vocalist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist and she brings her UK tour to The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on 26th April!
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Wild Woman Beltane Gathering
Step into the Beltane Wild Woman Gathering, a sacred celebration of spring’s vibrant energy, renewal, and the untamed spirit within you, on 4th May at Bawsinch & Duddingston Loch Nature Reserve!
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Forest Bathing Walk & Nature Mandala Experience
Embrace the serenity of the natural world with a guided experience that blends the restorative practice of Forest Bathing with the creative expression of crafting a Nature Mandala.
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World Bee Day at Lauriston Castle
Join John Jeffrey our resident Beekeeper at Lauriston Castle for a morning of creative fun exploring our buzzy friends and their importance in our environment.
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Summer Forest Bathing Walk & Watercolour Painting Experience
Unwind and explore your creativity this summer with a unique experience that merges the tranquil practice of Forest Bathing with the expressive art of Watercolour Painting!
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Wild Woman Summer Solstice Gathering
This year, join Creative Roots in Nature by the ocean for an unforgettable Wild Woman Summer Solstice Gathering, an evening filled with connection, creativity, and soulful rituals!
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Nature Photography Workshop
Join renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell for these Nature Photography Workshops at Edinburgh Zoo!
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RZSS Summer School
Discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature at the RZSS Summer School at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Summer CAT
Summer CAT is based out of Edinburgh Zoo’s Wildlife Garden where children spend all day outside getting mucky and getting hands on with conservation!
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Ocean Film Festival
The Ocean Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre with a brand new selection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!
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Nature Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Tree Planting at Whitecart Walkway
Join TCV Scotland on Thursday 20th March to plant 750 native trees along the Whitecart Walkway!
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Tree Planting at Centenary Park
Join TCV Scotland on Wednesday 19th March to plant 700 native broadleaf trees in Barrhead's Centenary Park!
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Winter Tree ID at Busby Glen
Find out how to identify your local trees in winter by joining this informal, fun and free workshop from TCV Scotland at Busby Glen!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Making a Wormery – Q&A
Are you interested in starting your own wormery but wanting to learn a bit more about it? Then come along to Forgan Arts Centre on Saturday 15th March and find out more about it!
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Unseen Monsters Shaping Our Universe with Dr Steph Campbell
Dalgety Bay Astronomy Club are super-excited to welcome Dr Steph Campbell from Newcastle University for this fascinating presentation on 25th March!
READ MORENature Events in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Herb Walk
Explore Glasgow's Kelvingrove Park and River Kelvin with herbalist Anna Hill, from Elderflower to Dandelions to Meadowsweet, this walk is a wonderful opportunity to discover some local plants!
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RSPB Glasgow At Kelvingrove
RSPB Glasgow hold regular, drop-in, nature-themed activities and crafts for all the family at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Musuem!
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Wild Things: A Year of Wild Food and Medicine
Join community herbalist and foraging tutor, Catriona Gibson for this eight month exploration of wild medicinal and edible plants growing abundantly in and around Glasgow through the seasons.
READ MORENature Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
New Lanark Easter Festival
This Easter at New Lanark, there are a variety of exciting activities to take part in including a scavenger hunt, bonnet making and parade and the Great New Lanark Duck Race!
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Woolly Weekend
See a shearer at work with Scottish Blackface sheep and enjoy wool-themed family crafts and activities at the Museum of Rural Life's annual Woolly Weekend!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Dinosaur Egg Hunt - Self-led Activity For Families
Explore the woodland trails at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve this Easter on this family-friendly Dinosaur Egg Hunt!
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Guided Wildlife Walk
Explore the wonderful wetlands at RSPB Lochwinnoch! The experienced guide will take you around the reserve and point out the interesting wildlife to be found!
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Birding & Birdsong for Beginners
Are you new to birdwatching or interested in taking it up? Join the team at RSPB Lochwinnoch for the ideal workshop to introduce beginners to this fantastic hobby!
READ MORENature Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Wildlife Weans Mugdock: Spring has Sprung!
Calling all 1-7 year old children and their grown-ups! Help Mugdock Ranger Alan find his soft toy friends as they awake from hibernation!
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Books, Bones and Beasties
Become a Bone Detective and help put the animals back together and learning about the amazing animals that live in Mugdock along the way!
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Scottish Wild Food Festival
The Scottish Wild Food Festival, set in the delightful grounds of Tir na nOg Holistic Centre just outside Drymen, will return on the 17th and 18th May!
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