Heath Week is a family-orientated, free-of-charge, celebratory week aimed purely at spreading the word about the local heaths. The events are organised by the Thames Basin Heaths Partnership so that everyone enjoys quality time together outdoors, exploring nature with fun-filled activities to inspire our children.
The events include a treasure hunt, a guided tour of butterflies and getting up close and personal with native amphibians and reptiles. The events start on Monday 28th July and conclude on Sunday 3rd August 2025.
Nicola Buckland (Communications Officer) from the Thames Basin Heaths Partnership explains more
“The Thames Basin Heaths Partnership are buzzing about Heath Week 2025 which will take place from Monday 28th July to Sunday 3rd August this year. It’s a fantastic opportunity to share our passion for the Thames Basin Heaths with a week packed full of free events across Surrey, Berkshire and Hampshire. With a family-friendly focus, we invite you to join us to explore incredible heathland wildlife, ranging from the majestic Nightjar to rare butterflies and an incredible six species of native reptile! There’ll be interactive quizzes, nature trails, creative crafts and other engaging activities, designed to inspire both children and adults alike! Come along and meet our friendly team and partners as we celebrate the magic of the heathland landscape. For those that visit the heaths with canine companions, Heathland Hounds will be on hand with free advice and dog treats. If you are looking for new dog-friendly walks to explore, they have all the information!
Heathland is precious and we can all play a part in protecting it, so we hope to see you there! Please follow our events calendar for up-to-date information at www.tbhpartnership.org.uk/events
Can’t make it? Why not follow the fun on Facebook at Thames Basin Heaths Partnership and on Instagram at tbhpartnership
Communications Officer Nicky”
Thames Basin Heaths Partnership Heath Week Events 2025
Monday 28th July
Butterflies and Other Things with Wings, Chobham Common 10am -1:30pm. No booking required.
Wildfire Awareness Roadshow, Wildmoor Heath 10am – 2pm. No booking required.
Butterfly and Reptile Walk (RSPB), Blackbushe 10:30am – 12:30pm. Booking required.
Nightjar Walk, Whitmoor 8pm – 10pm. Booking required.
Marvellous Moths, Heather Farm, Horsell 9pm – 12am. Booking required.
Tuesday 29th July
Heathland Insects (Horsell Common Preservation Society), Horsell Common 10am – 2pm. No booking required.
Forestry Finds (Forestry England), Bramshill Plantation 10am – 2pm. No booking required.
Sensory Scavenger Hunt, Wildmoor Heath 10am – 2pm. No booking required.
Wednesday 30th July
Family Nature Day (Hampshire County Council), Yateley Common 10am – 2pm (timing to be confirmed). Booking required.
Sensory Scavenger Hunt, Horsell Common, 10am – 2pm. No booking required.
Thursday 31st July
Reptile and Amphibian Roadshow (Amphibian and Reptile Conservation), Ockham Common 11am – 3pm. No booking required.
Heathland Wildlife (through the lens), Horsell Common 10am – 2pm. No booking required.
Golden Letter Trail, Whitmoor Common 10am – 2pm. No booking required.
Friday 1st August
Tales of the Heath (Hart District Council), Hazeley Heath 11am – 3pm. No booking required.
Treasure Hunt, Lightwater Country Park 10:30am – 2.30pm. No booking required.
Nightjar Walk, Chobham Common 8pm – 10pm. Booking required.
Saturday 2nd August
Secrets of the Common, Blackbushe Airport 10am – 3pm. No booking required.
Chobham Common History Walk, Chobham Common – to be confirmed. Booking required.
Sunday 3rd August
Reptile and Amphibian Roadshow (Hampshire and Isle of Wight Amphibian and Reptile Group), Yateley Common 10am – 3pm. Booking required.
Please note that this event listing is subject to change. Please follow our events calendar for up-to-date information at https://www.tbhpartnership.org.uk/events/