Dusk Exploration: Stories and Stars

Join night explorer, Jon Tyler, for an evening odyssey of astronomy, wildlife encounters, and sensory adventure.

You will join a gentle guided walk, beginning as daylight turns to night. Take your senses on a whole new adventure, as you tune into the twilight world. From owl calling to ancient methods for making light, optical illusions to star gazing. You will experience an exciting array of activity and observation as you enjoy a unique opportunity to explore West Stow Country Park after hours.

West Stow Country Park is a landscape of 125 acres of unspoiled countryside, with heathland, woodland, and the River Lark. The Country Park surrounds the ancient and historically significant site of West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village.

This event is hosted as part of the Brecks Outdoor Festival, a two week celebration of the landscapes and heritage of the Norfolk and Suffolk Brecks. The Brecks Outdoor Festival (7th-22nd September) is hosted by the Brecks Fen Edge and Rivers Landscape Partnership Scheme with thanks to the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund. For more information and to discover the full programme of events, please visit www.brecks.org

When: Friday 13th September

Where: West Stow Country Park, Icklingham Road, West Stow, Suffolk IP28 6HG

Time: 7.15pm-9.15pm (please arrive by 7.00pm for a 7.15pm start)

Meeting Point: Outside the West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village Visitor centre

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Age: Please note this event is for ages 7+. (All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult throughout).

Tickets (booking required): £5 per adult (children under 18 fully funded). Ticket prices have been heavily subsidised with thanks to the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Further Information:

Accessibility: This walk will be taken at a slow pace in the dark. Participants will be encouraged to allow their eyes to naturally adjust to the light, however torches will be available if required. West Stow Country Park has a variety of terrain, and is uneven underfoot. Unfortunately this route is not wheelchair accessible. If you have any concerns about accessibility, please contact the BFER Team via:

(E) [email protected] (T) 01473 265600

Parking: Please note that parking charges will apply. Find out more information about West Stow Country Park here

Facilities: This event will take place outside of the opening hours for West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village, however toilet facilities will be available.

What to wear: The walk will take place mainly in the dark at a slow pace. Please wear warm clothing and layers, and rain protection in case of wet weather. Torches will be available however you may wish to bring one for before/after the event.

Dogs: Please do not bring dogs (assistance dogs only)

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

West Stow Country Park, Icklingham Road, West Stow, United Kingdom