16/05/2026
WEDNESDAY 20th MAY
The next St Barbe’s Heritage Talk is ready to book:
'New Forest – A Wildlife Year'
🗓️ Wednesday 20 May
🕣 Doors Open 7pm | Talk starts 7.30pm
🎟️ £6 in advance
📍 Sway Village Hall, SO41 6BB
Speaker Marcus Ward, professional wildlife guide and co-director of Wild New Forest Guided Tours
Marcus takes you on a journey through the changing seasons of the New Forest, highlighting the key species, habitats, and natural events that make this landscape so special. From the first signs of spring through to the depths of winter, Marcus will share insights, stories and memorable wildlife encounters from across the year. 🍂
Marcus is a professional wildlife guide and co-director of Wild New Forest Guided Tours, with a particular passion for Hawfinches and conservation work within the New Forest. With years of experience leading guided walks and wildlife experiences, he specialises in helping people connect with nature while promoting the importance of protecting this unique landscape. 🍃