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Bat Walk at High Angle Battery

Bat Walk at High Angle Battery

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About This Event

The Bat Walk at High Angle Battery will take place on 2nd October 2026 in Poole, where attendees will discover more about the world of bats and other creatures of the night. The event costs £4.00 - £6.00. The High Angle Battery is a historic site in Dorset.

Join us for a walk after dark at High Angle Battery on Portland to discover more about the world of bats and other creatures of the night.

Join us at High Angle Battery on Portland for an evening bat walk. As dusk arrives we will search for bats emerging from the "ghost tunnels" (as they are known locally) using hand held bat detectors. There are 2 regular species seen - pipistrelles and the rarer great horseshoe bat. Portland is also known for gloworms, but who knows what we might see.

This event is suitable for adults and families with children from 5 to 15 yrs old. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Event runs 18.30 p.m. - 20.30p.m.

Tickets are charged at £6 for adults and £4 for children.

Please book a ticket for all members of your party.

Please be aware that there may be areas of uneven muddy ground so wear stout shoes or walking boots. Also bring what you need (hats, coats, drinking water etc) and wear clothing appropriate to weather on the day.

Free parking is available on site at New Ground Car Park DT5 1LQ, Grid Ref SY691731

Sorry No Dogs Allowed.

If coming to Portland Bill by public transport then use the number 1 bus service. Travelling in from Weymouth direction the closest bus stop is at Portland Heights. It is then approximately a 5 minute walk to the New Ground Car Park where we will all meet.

Further information from Wild Chesil Centre - Tel 01305 206191

Email chesilbeach@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk

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Photos: Pipistrelle c Colleen Smith-Moore; Daubentons bat c The Parks Trust.

Terms and Conditions for Participants

DWT reserves the right to cancel the event at any time. In the event of DWT cancelling an event, a full refund will be issued.

DWT reserves the right to reschedule events in the event of unfavourable conditions and offer alternative dates or issue a full refund.

Cancelling your booking

Cancellations are accepted at the discretion of Dorset Wildlife Trust and a reasonable cancellation cause should be provided by the participant.

You may request a cancellation up to 7 days before the date of the course or workshop. You may be charged an administration fee.

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Frequently asked questions

Bat Walk at High Angle Battery takes place on Friday, 2 October 2026 at 18:30.

Bat Walk at High Angle Battery is held at Verne High Angle Battery in Poole (New Ground, Portland, DT5 1LF).

Tickets for Bat Walk at High Angle Battery range from £4 to £6. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.

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