
Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk!
Mon 14 Sept · 19:00
Vesta Street, canal side
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A canal bat walk is scheduled to take place on the Ashton canal near Vesta Street on 14 September 2026. Admission for this outdoor walk costs £2.00 and begins at 18:00.
Join us for a spooky night stroll by the canal to spot bats and learn their cool secrets!
Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk!
Join us on the Ashton canal with an ecologist and use bat detectors to see what species are flying around in the center of Manchester!
We'll explore the canal under the stars, spotting these amazing creatures in action. Perfect for all ages who love nature and a bit of adventure. Don’t miss this unique chance to get close to wildlife and learn some cool bat facts.
Route is linear and while mainly paved there can be some uneven ground, low light, and narrowing at bridges. Possibly suitable for terrain wheelchairs, there is space to drop off at end of Vesta street.
All ticket profits go to Roots of Resilience NW CIC to create more events like these!
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Frequently asked questions
Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! takes place on Monday, 14 September 2026 at 19:00.
Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! is held at Vesta Street, canal side in Manchester (Vesta Street, Manchester, M46DB).
Tickets for Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! are priced at £2. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk!
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A canal bat walk is scheduled to take place on the Ashton canal near Vesta Street on 14 September 2026. Admission for this outdoor walk costs £2.00 and begins at 18:00.
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Organiser’s full description
Join us for a spooky night stroll by the canal to spot bats and learn their cool secrets!
Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk!
Join us on the Ashton canal with an ecologist and use bat detectors to see what species are flying around in the center of Manchester!
We'll explore the canal under the stars, spotting these amazing creatures in action. Perfect for all ages who love nature and a bit of adventure. Don’t miss this unique chance to get close to wildlife and learn some cool bat facts.
Route is linear and while mainly paved there can be some uneven ground, low light, and narrowing at bridges. Possibly suitable for terrain wheelchairs, there is space to drop off at end of Vesta street.
All ticket profits go to Roots of Resilience NW CIC to create more events like these!
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk!?
Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! takes place on Monday, 14 September 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! taking place?
Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! is held at Vesta Street, canal side in Manchester (Vesta Street, Manchester, M46DB).
How much are tickets for Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk!?
Tickets for Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! are priced at £2. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk!?
Tickets for Get Batty with a Canal Bat Walk! can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
£2
Date
Until Monday, 14 September 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 18°C · chance of rain 25% · wind 11 km/h
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