See what’s on in terms of wildlife and nature conservation in the Sutton area. Discover hidden nature gems in your local environment and find new ways to get involved – including child-friendly nature trails and Events. 

And, of course, you are warmly invited to join us as a nature conservation volunteer.

For more information, please email info@sncv.org.uk or biodiversity@sutton.gov.uk.

You can also call the Biodiversity Team on 020 8770 5820.

  • Sutton Ecology Halloween Trail

    Sutton Ecology Centre Halloween Trail: Witches & Broomsticks

    Monday 26 & Tuesday 27th October 

    11am-3pm

    The witch has made room on her broom, but has lost her wand, bow and hat … and lots more!
    Can you brave our Halloween Trail to help her find all her missing things?
    Make a wand to take home.

    Plus all our usual spooky themed gardens.
    Book your arrival time, stay as long as you like up to 3pm
    Suggested suitability: 2yrs+

    Book your arrival time: https://events.sutton.gov.uk/series?sn=biodiversity+event

  • Woodpeckers Parent & Toddler Group

    Woodpeckers Parent & Toddler Group

    Looking for a fun way to spend Friday afternoons with your little one?

    Come along to Woodpeckers at Sutton Ecology Centre, where your child can explore, play and discover nature while you meet other local parents and carers in a relaxed outdoor setting.

    Plus weekly stories, woodland walks and snacks.

    Booking essential: https://events.sutton.gov.uk/series?sn=biodiversity+event

    Additional information

    The group is entirely outdoors, and there is a mud kitchen, so wear suitable clothing! There is a toilet with changing facilities available, and a shelter if it rains.
    The group is weekly on Fridays 1:30-3pm.

More nature-based things to do in Sutton

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Discover the Sutton Ecology Centre Trail
  • Download the guide and stroll at your own pace through the Sutton Ecology Centre.
  • Waymarkers help you explore the forest and butterfly gardens, marshes, meadows and more.
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Take part in volunteering task days

Find out more about task days:

  • Tues/Thurs – volunteering around the borough
  • Wed – volunteer days at Sutton Ecology Centre
  • Monthly – task days at Sutton Ecology Centre on Sundays.