Festival of Archaeology: Walk
Nature Walk: Maiden Castle | Miles King
24 July 2022, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
A delightful amble across Maiden Castle with Miles King of People Need Nature to enjoy the natural habitat and extensive views across the landscape
This nature walk will explore the different types of grassland found on Maiden Castle, how they are formed and managed; and the various kinds of wildlife that depend on them – especially flowers, butterflies and birds. Stout footwear is essential as there will be an opportunity to study the wildlife on the steep slopes of the Castle ramparts.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. The walk will take around 2 hours.
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Opening hours:
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
Daily: 10.00am - 5.00pm
TASTE Café
Daily: 9.00am - 4.00pm
Sunday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
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What's On
3 February - 30 May 2024
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Paul Nash in Dorset | Professor Paul Gough
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Collections Discovery Centre Tour
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May Customs and Ooser Mask Making
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