Friends of Dibbinsdale

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Friends of Dibbinsdale This includes community events, conservation work, and educational events taking place there. The ‘Friends of Dibbinsdale’ is a registered charity.

The Friends of Dibbinsdale is a Voluntary group centred around the management and improvement of the Dibbinsdale LNR, and the community associated with the site. Dibbinsdale is a Local Nature Reserve in the Bromborough area of the Wirral. The location is rich with both unique conservation value - hosting areas of ancient woodland, willow carr, reed beds and wild flower meadows - and historical value, with areas associated with the Victorian estate such as managed parkland, a walled garden and a (now private) servants quarters. There is also a visitor centre located on site, as well as an outdoor Teaching area within the Walled Garden area within the site. There is access to the park from many different locations, including next to Bromborough Rake train station and Spital train station. The site itself is perfect for walking (with or without dogs), birdwatching, photography or other activities. The Friends of Dibbinsdale are a Voluntary group, with the goal of managing, improving, and supporting the reserve. Its aims are to encourage the conservation and protection of the Reserve by developing public interest in its unique habitat and maintaining an excellent and interesting environment where recreation, teaching and training can take place. This includes frequent conservation work, community events (such as fairs or barbeques) and educational events such as Bat Walks, Bug Hunts, or Bird Watching, for both the public and school or community groups. Some friends also support the reserve by actively participating in its maintenance by volunteering to help the ranger. This page will mostly be used for raising awareness of current or future events, posting updates on Voluntary conservation efforts, news about the site or Ranger service there, and discussion of events and activities at Dibbinsdale LNR. For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Friends through the website, the email addresses provided, or message us through Facebook.

Lovely sunny afternoon for our apple pressing in the walled garden. Think Colin enjoyed it as much/more than the kids! N...
18/10/2026

Lovely sunny afternoon for our apple pressing in the walled garden. Think Colin enjoyed it as much/more than the kids! Nice to see some families returning every month. One quote from a mum “it’s great to come here with the kids, there’s always something to do, it’s educational and it’s free!”

The walled garden is open again this Saturday 17th in the afternoon 1-4pm. We will be doing apple pressing. It’s Apple h...
15/10/2026

The walled garden is open again this Saturday 17th in the afternoon 1-4pm. We will be doing apple pressing. It’s Apple harvest time!

Are you confused about pruning fruit trees? When and how? We can advise you about the “whens and hows” . Also the mystical topic of rootstocks and why they are important.

Great to have Helen and Angie with us to share their love of all things bees!
09/10/2026

Great to have Helen and Angie with us to share their love of all things bees!

We are pleased to welcome back  Helen and Angie on Saturday 19th September 11-3 in the walled garden. Come and find out ...
05/09/2026

We are pleased to welcome back Helen and Angie on Saturday 19th September 11-3 in the walled garden. Come and find out about the world of bees. Learn about native bees and how to make nesting sites for them in your garden.

Next Saturday! Relax to soulful sounds.
09/08/2026

Next Saturday! Relax to soulful sounds.

We're delighted to be sharing an hour of rest beneath the trees in the beautiful surroundings of Dibbinsdale Walled Garden.

Our thanks to Friends of Dibbinsdale for welcoming us to this special place and making this Pop-Up possible.

This special Pop-Up is being held in support of Celandine Wood Animal Rescue, with 100% of all donations going directly to the charity after the event.

If you'd like to join us, we'd love to welcome you.

Saturday 15 August

2.00–3.00 pm

Places are limited and advance booking is essential.
Booking link https://forms.gle/JfSrTVHLiYK7fhes7

Welcome all our WALLED GARDEN open again Saturday 15th August 11-3pm. Between 2-3pm we have organised a sound bathing se...
06/08/2026

Welcome all our WALLED GARDEN open again Saturday 15th
August 11-3pm.

Between 2-3pm we have organised a sound bathing session with Debbie Kneale outside in the garden. To take part in this session you need to pre book…see link below.
This is a special Pop-Up event being held in support of Celandine Wood Animal Rescue, with 100% of ticket income donated to the charity following the event.

Debbie creates an immersive and healing sound journey using a blend of crystal singing bowls, Himalayan bowls, chimes, tuning forks, drums and more. Sounds are tailored to those present. Debbie studied with teachers in UK, Canada and Thailand, including 5 weeks in Nepal, deepening her knowledge. Debbie offers other sound bathing sessions locally. She also runs sound bath practitioner training courses in UK and worldwide.

Booking form for The Sound Souls Pop-Up Sound Bath at Dibbinsdale and Brotherton Park Walled Garden

Booking form for The Sound Souls Pop-Up Sound Bath at Dibbinsdale Walled Garden Join us for a relaxing afternoon sound bath in the peaceful surroundings of Dibbinsdale Walled Garden. This special Pop-Up event is being held in support of Celandine Wood Animal Rescue, with 100% of ticket income donate...

Some great photos of some of the insects found at Dibbinsdale. Thanks to Richard Bradford for sharing them.
22/07/2026

Some great photos of some of the insects found at Dibbinsdale. Thanks to Richard Bradford for sharing them.

Great result for Dibbinsdale again. Thanks to the ranger, Ste, and the volunteers who help all year round to keep the re...
16/07/2026

Great result for Dibbinsdale again. Thanks to the ranger, Ste, and the volunteers who help all year round to keep the reserve looking so good.

Wild Sound in the Walled Garden. Outdoor Sound Journey amongst the Trees@ The Walled Garden, DibbinsdaleSaturday 18th Ju...
13/07/2026

Wild Sound in the Walled Garden.
Outdoor Sound Journey amongst the Trees

@ The Walled Garden, Dibbinsdale
Saturday 18th July
1.30 - 3pm. Garden will be open for everyone from 11-3.

Join us for an outdoor sound journey, Dibbinsdale Walled Garden. This will be the second event by this week 😁
We’ll move through some gentle yogic stretches, suitable for all abilities, with Liz from , held within a soundscape of gongs, bowls and voice beneath the trees.

Please Note
We have no mats/blankets/pillows at this venue - please bring something comfy to lie on, pillows, blankets, anything you might need to make a cosy nest - and don’t forget sunscreen.

No experience necessary, all welcome - however, please notify us if you are pregnant, have a pacemaker, epilepsy or seizures or any other medical conditions you feel we should be aware of.

Due to capacity - pre booking essential

(Please note there is a short walk from the car park to the venue, and the venue has accessible toilets)

Please direct message us to secure your space -

Emma - 07980878660
Sally - 07702442789

This is a donation based event
Donations will go towards our ongoing facilitation costs 🌿

Wild Sound in the Walled Garden.  An Outdoor Sound Journey! Wednesday 8th July 7.00 - 8.30pmPre booking essential*. Numb...
06/07/2026

Wild Sound in the Walled Garden. An Outdoor Sound Journey!

Wednesday 8th July 7.00 - 8.30pm
Pre booking essential*. Number of places are limited.

Join us for a last minute outdoor sound journey, held in the beautiful surroundings of our Walled Garden.
With Emma and Sally

@ The Walled Garden, Dibbinsdale

Come and let the trees and the tones hold you as we melt into a summer evening's deep rest.
*Please Note*
We have no mats/blankets/pillows - please bring something comfy to lie on, pillows, blankets, anything you might need to make a cosy nest - and warm layers for the evening air.
Even though it's set to be warm, the body temperature can drop through sound.
No experience necessary, all welcome - however, please notify us if you are pregnant, have a pacemaker, epilepsy or seizures or any other medical conditions you feel we should be aware of.
Due to capacity - pre booking essential
(Please note there is a short walk from the car park to the venue, and the venue has accessible toilets)
Please direct message us to secure your space -
Emma - 07980878660
Sally - 07702442789

*This event is donation based to cover running cost only.

Address

Spital Road, Bromborough, Wirral
Port Sunlight
CH622BJ

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