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Biodiversity beneath your feet: insects of Penlan

12 July, Sessions at 11.00am - 1.00pm; and 1pm-3pm; and 2.00pm - 4.00pm

Join entomologist Liam Olds for a guided insect walk at Penlan Racecourse. Once part of a prestigious 19th-century racecourse, the site is now a haven for wildlife. Explore the variety of insects that thrive here, from bees and butterflies to beetles and other invertebrates, while taking in views over the Lower Swansea Valley and Swansea Bay.

A perfect opportunity for nature enthusiasts of all ages to discover the hidden insect life of this urban green space.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point: along Clwyd Road, at the access path to Penlan Racecourse, Penlan, Swansea SA5 7EY
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Booking required

Location: Penlan

Dates: 12 July 2026