Discover the Pied Flycatcher with Chirk Castles rangers
Join us for an exciting event where you will learn about Chirk Castle's resident Pied Flycatchers and the teams ongoing nest box project.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join us for an exciting event where you will learn about Chirk Castle's resident Pied Flycatchers and the teams ongoing nest box project. Get an exclusive look inside Chirk's nest boxes, following the entire nesting season from the initial nest building through all stages of development, including egg laying, hatching, and fledging. You will also have the opportunity to make your own bird feeder to take home.
Our ranger team are holding a session in the Mindful meadow at 11am and 2pm and usually last about 30 minutes. This activity is free, but places are limited - see the ticket office on arrival to secure your place. Tickets are given out on a first come first served basis. Normal admission charges apply if you wish to visit the castle and garden, free entry to National Trust members and under 5s.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Children accompanied by an adult welcome
- Meeting point
Head to the ticket office to secure your place on the day.
- What to bring and wear
This event takes place in a meadow, which can be uneven in places and has some long grass area. We recommend wearing long sleeves and trousers and sensible footwear.
- Accessibility
This event takes place in a meadow, which can be uneven in places. All registered assistance dogs are welcome in the gardens. Our visitor shuttlebus runs from the Ticket Office, up the steep hill to the Castle. There is a step-free route of the garden. Please contact us to borrow and reserve a wheelchair or to hire our Tramper. Home Farm has a cobbled area.
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