We’ve been busy collating events from our fantastic partners for Wales Nature Week!
There’s still time to add in your event to join the Wales Nature Week celebration. Get in touch if you would like your event added!
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We want as many people in Wales to engage with nature. On your terms, at any time of the year. At home, in the park, at your school or workplace; nature reserve and in our stunning landscapes, coast and seascapes. Nature is for Everyone!
Puffin Walk at RSPB South Stack
10th July and 12th July
Join us on a guided walk to visit our busy seabird colony. This month will be the last month to see our wonderful variety of seabirds before they make their way out to the sea over winter. Come over to see them before they leave!
Cost: £4.00 - £11.00
Further details and booking in the web link
Holyhead
Areas: Anglesey
Upcoming dates: July 10, 2025
Hedgehog Monitoring Cardiff
Hedgehog Monitoring
Thursday 10 July pm - 3pm
Cardiff Local Nature Partnership are looking for volunteers to help put out cameras in Heath Park for National Hedgehog Monitoring Project. We will introduce the survey and show you how to set up the cameras, before splitting into teams to put them across site.
Sadly, hedgehogs are under threat, having declined in recent years. To reverse this, we need to identify where and why hedgehogs are struggling and implement appropriate conservation measures. Free - please book on our Eventbrite channel
Cardiff
Areas: Cardiff
Upcoming dates: July 10, 2025
Hidden life of colliery spoil: Biodiversity Guided Walk
Hidden life of colliery spoil: Biodiversity Guided Walk
11 July, 10.00am – 12.00pm and 1.00pm -3.00pm
Meet at Melin Mynach Pump Track, Pontardulais Rd, Gorseinon, Swansea SA4 4FQ
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Discover the surprising wildlife of Parc Melin Mynach on a guided walk led by entomologist Liam Olds. Explore how nature has reclaimed this former colliery site, creating a unique refuge for rare and specialised species. Learn about the ecological value of post-industrial habitats and the fascinating invertebrates, plants and other wildlife that now call them home. Ideal for anyone interested in wildlife and local history.
Booking required: Hidden Life of Colliery Spoil: Biodiversity Guided Walk Tickets, Parc Melin Mynach, Swansea | TryBooking United Kingdom
Swansea
Areas: Swansea
Upcoming dates: July 11, 2025
Watercolour Wildflowers at Llwyncelyn
Watercolour Wildflowers at Llwyncelyn
11th July 10:30 - 14:o0
Learn about local wildflowers and how to paint them at Llwyncelyn LNR.
Bring lunch. Teas & biscuits provided
Booking essential. To book email: veronika.brannovic@torfaen.gov.uk
Llwyncelyn
Areas: Torfaen
Upcoming dates: July 11, 2025
Drawing with charcoal
Drawing with charcoal
Open to all adults (16)
When Fri 11th July 2025, 10.30am-1.30pm
Where Fields off Saron Road, Bynea, Llanelli
Mewn Partneriaeth â Llywodraeth Cymru
Join us to make charcoal pencils on the campfire, followed by drawing with them to capture your time in nature. No artistic skills reguired!
Refreshments provided.
Carmarthenshire County Council are working with TWIG funding to develop two sites — in Bynea and Pentremawr Colliery Woodland, Pontyberem.
This includes woodland creation, increasing biodiversity and enhancing green spaces for community enjoyment and wellbeing.
To book your free place, contact Becky 07786 916954 beckybrandwoodcormack@smallwoods.org.uk
Llanelli
Areas: Carmarthenshire
Upcoming dates: July 11, 2025
Moth Watch Cardiff
Moth Watch Cardiff
Saturday 12th July Drop in session running between 9:30-12:00
Bute Park Visitor Centre
Come and see what moths have been caught in our light traps overnight.
You will learn more about moth trapping and surveying.
- Free family-friendly session 6
- Suitable for age 5r
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Further information
Cardiff
Areas: Cardiff
Upcoming dates: July 12, 2025
Go Wild! Parc Bryn Bach
South Wales Biggest free Family Nature Event
Saturday 12 July
10am - 4pm
Parc Bryn Bach, Tredegar
Free event. No booking required.
Parc Bryn Bach, Tredegar
Areas: Blaenau Gwent
Upcoming dates: July 12, 2025
Plants out of Place: A Talk and Walk at the Great Orme
Plants out of Place: A Talk and Walk at the Great Orme
12 July 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us as we explore the new Garden Escapers exhibition on the Great Orme, followed by a guided walk with the site warden.
Further information and booking details here
This is a partner event contribution to celebrate Wales Nature Week
Great Orme
Areas: Conwy
Upcoming dates: July 12, 2025
Celebration of Nature St Fagans National Museum of History
Celebration of Nature St Fagans National Museum of History
12 July 10:00-4:00
Lots of activities to enjoy. Free event, no need to book.
Further details on this link.
St Fagans
Areas: Cardiff
Upcoming dates: July 12, 2025
Bumblebee ID course and Guided walk at Newport Wetlands
Bumblebee ID course and Guided walk at Newport Wetlands
12th July 11:00-13:00
Newport Wetlands is home to a fabulous variety of bumblebees including the 7 common species and 2 very special ones! Come along to our guided walk and ID workshop where you will learn all about these species; how to identify them, their lifecycle, field skills and ways you can help maintain and improve numbers in your garden and green spaces.
This workshop is recommended for adults or young people aged 16-24.
Cost: £9.00 - £11.00
If you are interested in the natural world and wish to pursue a career in conversation, come along and pick up new skills to add to your CV and learn from knowledgeable people who are passionate about the world of pollinators and more.
Further information and booking details here
Newport
Areas: Newport
Upcoming dates: July 12, 2025
Secrets of the shore
Secrets of the shore
12 July 10.00am
Mumbles Rd, Blackpill (grass by the lido), Swansea SA3 5AS
Come and explore the hidden wonders of the strandline with us! As the tides retreat, they leave behind fascinating clues about the mysterious marine life living in the deeper waters of Swansea Bay and the Gower Peninsula.
Guided by experienced marine biologists, you'll become a marine scientist for the day—searching for cuttlefish eggs, mermaid’s purses, colourful seaweeds and a whole variety of beautiful seashells. Along the way, we’ll also investigate microplastics and their potential impact on local wildlife.
All findings will be recorded and submitted to national citizen science projects, helping us better understand our marine environment.
Whether you're curious about marine life or passionate about protecting our oceans, this is a perfect event for all ages - so come along and dive into nature!
- All children are welcome - they must come along with a responsible adult
- Bring plenty of layers to keep warm as well as sun-scream and sun hat
Swansea
Areas: Swansea
Upcoming dates: July 12, 2025
Botanical Walk at Burfa Bog Presteigne
Botanical Walk at Burfa Bog Presteigne
12 July 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Summer is the perfect time to see the wide range of wonderful plants that thrive at Burfa Bog. Come along and join Bronwen Jenkins, as she gives us a tour of some of the best spots that Burfa has to offer.
Free event. Please book in advance.
Further information and booking link: https://www.rwtwales.org/events/2025-07-12-botanical-walk-burfa-bog
Presteigne
Areas: Powys
Upcoming dates: July 12, 2025
What to expect at events
There will be something for everyone – events for individuals, families and those who are new to nature, to the more seasoned nature lover.
Wales Nature Week events are held each year at Wildlife Trust and RSPB reserves, local and national nature reserves, parks and community green spaces, schools and worship sites, beaches and coastal areas.
A typical event involves a guided walk at a nature site. An expert guide will point out plants and animals and the importance of the habitat and answer any questions you have. The vast majority of events are free*
*Entrance charge to a small selection of events may apply. This supports the valuable work the organisation carries out for nature.
Invited audience events
Language and our landscape – exploring the role of the Welsh language in nature connection
Thursday 10th July Invited audience event
There is a growing concern that people in the Western world are becoming disconnected from nature and the impact this is having on physical and mental health.
The Welsh language has been a central part of our culture for centuries. This session examines the role that language has to play in fostering a sense of place and stewardship of our environment.
This session will host speakers from Bannau Brycheiniog and Eryri National Parks, as well as branding company Creo, as we explore how language can help to reconnect us with the natural spaces and landscapes around us.
This is a joint Green Advocates and Ymlaen event to celebrate Wales Nature Week.
Celebration of Wales Nature Week in beautiful Heath Park, Cardiff
Tuesday 15th July Invited audience event
We’ll be exploring the Meadows Health & Well-being Route whilst enjoying time to chat and get to know our fellow advocates. The Meadows Health and Wellbeing Route was part of Magnificent Meadows Cymru, a programme to restore over 500 hectares of wildflower meadows in Wales and connect local communities to these natural spaces. The project created two walking routes connecting the University Hospital of Wales to the meadows at Heath Park and promoted the use of these for the well-being of patients and staff.
Wild Oysters project school visits
Schools event
The Wild Oysters project will be hosting school visits down at Conwy Marina to celebrate Wales Nature Week. Students will participate in the Oyster Safari tour to explore oyster habitats and biodiversity. This will hopefully inspire the next generation of marine biologists!
Find out more about the Wild Oysters project
Check out these fantastic events taking place in summer! Why not take part and make it a summer of nature!
Swift Awareness Week 28 June – 6 July
Dragonfly Week 5 – 13 July
Big Butterfly Count 18th July – 10th August
National Moth Week 19-27 July
International Bog Day 27 July
National Whale & Dolphin Watch 26th July - 3rd August
National Marine Week 26th July - 10th August
International Bat Night 30 - 31 August
Big Meadow Search June-August
Bugs Matter Citizen Science Survey June 1st - August 31st