Name: Nature Walk - with Friends of the River Kelvin and GALLANT
Start: 2026-03-25T10:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-25T15:00:00+00:00
Location: Glasgow Botanic Gardens

Nature Walk - with Friends of the River Kelvin and GALLANT

Join us for a Spring walk along the River Kelvin spotting and recording nature using the CommuniMap app.
About this Event

We've partnered with GALLANT and the University of Glasgow for this nature walk to look out for nature along the Kelvin Walkway this Spring.

CommuniMap is an innovative new community science app developed through the GALLANT project at the University of Glasgow. communiMap invites you to see your local area through fresh eyes – tuning in to nature, movement, and the everyday rhythms that shape where you live. Whether you’re walking, wheeling, composting at home, or simply noticing the trees on your street, your observations help shape a collective story of local life.

This gentle walk offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, learn about local wildlife, and enjoy the changing seasons by the riverside. We'll share stories and invite you to share your personal experiences in nature. Tell us about your connection to these green spaces and what makes them special to you.

As we walk from the Botanics down along the River Kelvin we’ll keep an eye out for a variety of bird species that call the river corridor home. With a bit of luck, we may even catch a glimpse of the striking kingfisher flashing along the water’s edge. We'll also be looking out for the signs of Spring and observing the changes that the season brings by looking at trees and plantlife.

This walk is suitable for beginners and nature enthusiasts alike.

This a FREE event open to all ages and is perfect for anyone who wants to get out to enjoy nature and a walk. The walk will take place at a relaxed pace with regular stops.

What to Bring

Meet at Glasgow Botanic Gardens Main Gates

Comfortable outdoor footwear and clothing
A water bottle

Good to Know

Suitable for all ages, under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Due to terrain, not wheelchair-accessible at this time
Routes and meeting points may change, check your email for updates
A packed lunch will be provided (Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options)
Come along to enjoy fresh air, riverside scenery, and the chance to discover the wildlife of the River Kelvin.

Note: We cannot guarantee you will see a kingfisher!

You can upload your spots directly to the app available on the Google Play store and the App Store. You can also find the communiMap web version here.We also have a paper version of the app in the form of a workbook for those who would rather add spots this way.

Start time at 10.30am, meeting at the Main Gates of the Botanics. We'll head along the Kelvin walkway and return to the Botanics for 13.00. After lunch you have the option to stay on and do more recording until 15.00.