Beginners Botany in Sussex

Summary

This botany focused holiday is primarily aimed at beginners who wish to broaden their knowledge of wildflowers but would also provide an enjoyable trip for more experienced botanists. We will concentrate on heathland, woodland, chalk grassland and saltmarsh, where many species will be in full flower. Our experienced botanist will guide you through the identification process of common and scarce species that inhabit these distinct habitat types. Highlights may include diminutive Frog and Musk Orchids, Round-headed Rampion, Bog Asphodel and Viper's Bugloss amongst many others. We will be based in the heart of the South Downs National Park in a lovely village pub in the beautiful village of East Dean, where we are perfectly situated to cover the various habitat types. The ancient chalk grasslands are home to over 20 species of butterfly and a wealth of downland bird species including Skylarks, Corn Buntings, Linnets, Common Buzzards and many warblers while heathlands hold Dartford Warblers, Woodlarks and Tree Pipits. The immersive landscapes are iconic and it will be an absolute joy to spend a few days in the deep heart of southern England at the height of summer.