Ladybird ID workshop led by Sarah Adamson.

Join us for an afternoon workshop on an introduction to ladybirds and their identification. We will have a classroom session followed by a walk around the botanic cottage to see what species we can find (weather permitting!).

Suitable for: Beginners, ages 16+

Tutor: Sarah Adamson, lifelong naturalist and ladybird enthusiast.

What to bring: Suitable outdoor footwear and warm clothing, including waterproofs. Notepad and pen recommended. Spare hand-lenses will be available, but do bring your own if you have one! Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided by TWIC.

Cost: Free – donations to TWIC welcome. Please note that a charge may apply for on-street parking - details of potential charges available on the Edinburgh Council Website (https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/parking).

Booking for this workshop is essential as places will be limited.

Choose either the free ticket type or the donation ticket type (minimum donation £1). Donations to TWIC will support our work in organising biological recording training workshops and events. If you prefer to donate directly to TWIC, please visit: https://wildlifeinformation.co.uk/support-us/make-a-donation/ (https://wildlifeinformation.co.uk/support-us/make-a-donation/). (http://www.wildlifeinformation.co.uk/donate.php)

Travel: The Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh is located one mile north of the city centre, at Inverleith, in the vice-county of Midlothian 83 (site centred on NT246753).

There is free on-street parking in nearby streets – check parking restrictions. Check Lothian Buses (https://www.lothianbuses.com/) for public transport options.

Booking essential! Places limited to 12.

Photo credit: Sarah Adamson

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TWIC acknowledges financial support from NatureScot.

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