Ecological Surveys at Rayleigh National Grid

An activity with Mid Essex Biodiversity Action Team

Activity date: Thursday 22nd May 2025

Start time: 10:00
Finish time: 15:00

Activity description

Help us carry out a day of ecological surveys across multiple species groups. You’ll gain experience with bee, butterfly, and reptile monitoring techniques, all while exploring a biodiverse site. Resources for ID will be provided and on site training provided so no experience required.

Meeting place

Rayleigh National Grid Gated access - please contact Juan for entry

Activity location

Davy Down, Davy Down Visitor centre North Stifford, South Ockendon, Grays, RM16 5UL

Site description

Davy Down consists of around 6-hectares of attractive landscape, nestled amongst large modern developments. As a part of the Mardyke Valley and Thames Chase Community Forest, the area provides a great opportunity to explore and enjoy the countryside on your doorstep, with links to Aveley and Bulphan along the Mardyke Way. br> br>The Land Trust in partnership with Essex & Suffolk Water

Contact

Juan

Telephone: 07740899682
Email: davy-down@tcv.org.uk
Website: https://www.tcv.org.uk/essex

Please bring

• packed lunch
• suitable outdoor clothes
• suitable outdoor footwear

Further info

We advise to wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. Free tea, coffee and biscuits are provided to all volunteers.

Site Facilities

• Baby Changing
• Parking
• Picnic Area
• Toilets
• Disabled Toilets
• Nearest Toilets - Davey Down Visitor Cenre

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