Join the Upper Thames Branch of Butterfly Conservation on a trip to the BBOWT's Hartslock Nature Reserve: this steep grassland site offers magnificent views of the River Thames and surrounding countryside. It supports a rich flora, including some rare and uncommon species, and a good suite of spring butterflies.

We will explore the reserve for some of its special butterflies and other wildlife. Target species: Dingy Skipper,  Green Hairstreak, and if we are lucky, Grizzled Skipper.

Accessibility - steep slopes, firm paths and a long flight of steps.

A 1.5 mile walk along the Thames Footpath or park at Goring Railway Station car park (parking fee) and be prepared to share lifts to the reserve (no parking on site).

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