Little Ouse Welcomes Hopton Primary School

We were visited by Oak Class from Hopton Primary School in mid-June. The group of 21 year 3/4 pupils (aged 7-9), enjoyed the morning learning more about their local river. They heard where the water in the Little Ouse flowed to and what had made it so silty. They saw the cattle grazing the surrounding fenland and watched the brightly coloured Banded Demoiselle Damselflies flitting about the river. They enjoyed looking at the river bugs that had been caught from Snails, to Damselfly larvae, Cased Caddis and even some small Fish.

Hopton Primary School visit to Little Ouse © LOHP

Hopton Primary School looking at river creatures © LOHP

On the way back they stopped to do some drawings about their river visit and ended the session with a game of pooh sticks. LOHP Conservation Manager - Ellie Beach said 'It was nice to have our local school come and visit us and learn about what is on their doorstep. Hopefully these will be the next generation of nature lovers'. Hopton Primary School Teacher Mrs Jones said, 'The children really enjoyed their morning and have not stopped talking about it, thank you to LOHP and their volunteers for making it happen'

Thelnetham Windmill Open Day and Fenland Walk

On bank holiday Monday 27th May, why not pop along to Thelnetham Windmill between 11am and 4pm for the open day. Not only will the windmill be open for tours, but Creative Fen Group will be holding an art exhibition and LOHP will have a stall.

We will also be leading a Guided Walk around the fens 1pm to 3pm, join LOHP for a 2.8 mile (4.5km) circular walk around the fens, exploring the landscape and wildlife of the Little Ouse Valley. Everyone welcome, including well behaved dogs if on a lead. So why not pop on your wellies and come and join us. See poster for more details.

Fenland Walk 27-05-24 - Poster.pdf

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Get Hiking for Nature

Do you enjoy a challenge? With only about a month to go until the Big Green Hike, why not get your boots on and get out and walk for wildlife.

We have joined up as a partner with the Big Green Hike to help raise funds for LOHP. On Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th April 2024 you can help us to protect and restore our natural environment.

All you need to do is sign up to the Big Green Hike You get to choose your route and your distance, you can walk on your own or with a group, and then choose LOHP as your charity.

Watch the video below and find out more.

Most of all enjoy yourself and be pleased you are helping nature.