Bat Walk: Riverside - Thursday 15th October 2026

October is one of the best times of year to survey bats. As they prepare for hibernation and enter their autumn mating season, many species become particularly active. This three-part series explores the diverse habitats of Deptford, from parks and churchyards to riverside landscapes and the intertidal creek itself.

Join us as we follow the River Ravensbourne through Brookmill Park and on to Deptford Creek, keeping an ear out for bats using bat detectors and hopefully spotting them as they emerge at dusk.

Along the way, we will explore:

• What bat species are present
• How bat-friendly these spaces are for roosting, breeding and feeding
• How bat detectors are used to identify bats

Training on the use of bat detectors will be provided, making this event suitable for beginners.

Practical details

📍 Meet outside St John's Station

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Who can attend: All ages are welcome. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Please note: The walk will follow footpaths through Brookmill Park and alongside Deptford Creek. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for an evening outdoor event.

Tickets

🎟️ Paid tickets - booking required

• £5 per person
• £10 Creek Champion (helps support our education and conservation work)