Friends of Watermans Park Hosting Bat Walk
Search will take also take in St. Lawrence's Church and St Paul's Rec
Watermans Park
May 6, 2025
There will be a chance to take part in a search for local chiroptera (bats to you and me) in an event this month organised by the Friends of Watermans Park.
On Wednesday 14 May from 8pm there will be a presentation at the Digital Dock in the High Street, followed by a stroll to St Lawrence's Church where bats may be hiding, then through St Paul's Rec where bats have been seen during the past week, and finishing at Watermans Park. However, there is no guarantee that these shy, nocturnal creatures will reveal themselves.
This walk will be guided by Habitats and Heritage, and local historians will be on hand to add perspective.
You can register your interest in this free-to-attend talk and walk here.
The Friends has ambitious plans for 2025. As well as hosting interesting talks there will be live free-to-attend music in Watermans Park at Summer Bandstands on July weekends, and the Friends is currently seeking funding to create a community garden in the park close to the eastern entrance.
The main aim of the Friends of Watermans Park is to help protect, conserve and enhance Watermans Park, its environs and access to the River Thames for the enjoyment of residents and visitors.
It was formed by a group of local people who envisage a vibrant community amenity which can host community events as well as an attractive recreational area for all.
If you would like to get involved visit the Friends website where there’s a form to complete or contact Philip Jones at chair@friendsofwatermanspark.org.
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