Events

Events

From walks and talks to our annual conference, BTO runs plenty of events throughout the year. Browse the listing below and use the filters to find an event that's right for you. We also run Training courses and Youth-only events and training.

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Wildlife Wanders NI (monthly, in Cookstown, East Belfast, and Comber)

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Relaxed monthly walks to enjoy and learn about local wildlife in a friendly group that welcomes both those new to nature and more experienced people.

Date / Time: from 14:00 on 01 Jan 2025, to 20:00 on 31 Dec 2025

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Led by: Wildlife Wander Volunteers

Location: Cookstown, East Belfast, and Comber

Cost: Free

Participants: 100

Level: Beginner

BTO Youth - Dorset Young Conservationists Meet-Up

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Join BTO Youth for the chance to meet other like minded young people interested in nature, birding and conservation in the local area. The event will take place in Poole Park, Dorset. Hosted by Mya (BTO Youth Representative, Dorset). 

Date / Time: 10:00 - 13:00 on 28 Jun 2025

Type: Youth

Led by: Mya

Location: 2015 Sandbanks Road

Cost: Free

Participants: 21

Level: Beginner

Spring Birding Support - field sessions (Northern Ireland)

Places available
Would you like additional local support to increase your confidence in your birdwatching skills? Join our free field sessions across Northern Ireland this spring.

Date / Time: 10:00 - 20:00 on 30 Jun 2025

Type: Training

Led by: Sorrel Lyall

Location: Northern Ireland

Cost: Free

Participants: 25

Level: Beginner, Improver

Bird Survey Techniques (Thetford, July 2025)

Places available
Bespoke training in bird survey methodology and application, tailored to the needs of ecological and environmental professionals

Date / Time: from 10:00 on 08 Jul 2025, to 18:00 on 09 Jul 2025

Type: Training

Led by: Rob Jaques, Jen Donelan, Nick Moran

Location: The Nunnery, , Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2PU, United Kingdom

Cost: The two day course of intensive training is £700

Participants: 11

Level: Professional

BTO Youth Nature Art Workshop

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Join BTO Youth in a Nature Art Workshop at Sefton Park (Liverpool) hosted by Ashvi (BTO Youth Representative, Merseyside) and Eddee (BTO Youth Representative, Manchester).

Date / Time: 13:30 - 17:00 on 12 Jul 2025

Type: Youth

Led by: Ashvi and Eddee

Location: Sefton Park, , Liverpool, Merseyside, L17 1AJ, United Kingdom

Cost: Free

Participants: 11