About the event

Hartington Swift Talk

A talk by Mick Hardwick of Derbyshire Swift Conservation. Organised by Hartington Rural Social Group. Limited spaces available.

• Date/Time: 23 June, 2:00pm
• Location: Hartington Village Hall, Hartington
• Booking Info: Booking essential. To confirm your place, contact Liz Broomhead on 07900 054802 or email liz@broomhead.net.

Tideswell Swift Walk

A gentle walk to observe swifts and learn about the swift project covering the Derbyshire Dales. Organised by Tideswell Environmental Group.

• Date/Time: 24 June, 8:30pm
• Location: Fountains Square, Tideswell
• Booking Info: Free event, no booking required. For details, visit the Tideswell Environmental Group Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/394196491236274 .

Shirebrook Guided Swift Walk (Session 1)

A free guided walk to watch swifts, locate nests, and learn how to help them thrive in the community. Led by Chele Marriott, founder of Shirebrook Swifts. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

• Date/Time: 28 June, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
• Location: Shirebrook Village Hall car park, Shirebrook, NG20 8JP
• Booking Info: Free event, no booking required. For updates, visit Facebook: Shirebrook Swifts or Instagram: @shirebrookswifts.

Hathersage Swift Talk & Walk

A talk about the Derbyshire Dales Swift Project and what's happening locally in Hathersage, followed by a walk to see the town's swifts (weather dependent).

• Date/Time: 29 June, 7:30pm
• Location: The Café upstairs at 'Outside', Main Road, Hathersage, S32 1BB
• Booking Info: Free event, no booking required. For details, email info@derbyshireswiftconservation.org .

Youlgrave Swift Walk

A gentle walk through Youlgrave stopping at several points to observe swifts. Includes a talk about swifts and an opportunity to learn about the project in the Derbyshire Dales. Organised by Youlgrave Swift Group.

• Date/Time: 30 June, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
• Location: Youlgrave Playing Field and Recreation Ground, DE45 1WN
• Booking Info: Free event, no booking required. Contact Erica at ericafretwell26@gmail.com.

Chinley Swift Talk & Discussion

A talk and discussion about the lives of swifts and how to help them locally. Led by swift campaigner Deb Pitman. All welcome.

• Date/Time: 2 July, 7:00pm
• Location: Chinley Community Centre, 21 Lower Lane, Chinley, SK23 6BE
• Booking Info: Free event, all welcome. No booking required.

Bradwell Public Swift Walk

A public walk to find out more about swifts. Organised by the Bradwell Swift Group. All welcome.

• Date/Time: 3 July, 8:00pm to dusk
• Location: The cafe/public toilet next to the Brook, Bradwell
• Booking Info: Free event. Contact bradwellswiftreports@gmail.com.

Duffield Swift Stroll

A moderate walk around Duffield (approx. 2 miles at a very leisurely pace) with some steps and a bridge crossing. Well-behaved, quiet dogs on leads are welcome. Numbers limited to 35. Organised by Save Our Swifts (Duffield).

• Date/Time: 3 July, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
• Location: Duffield (Exact meeting point to be confirmed upon booking)
• Booking Info: Free event (donations welcome), booking essential. Email sosduffield@gmail.com providing names and attendee numbers. For further contact: Mick Hardwick at mickhardclan@gmail.com.

Chapel-en-le-Frith Swift Talk

A talk about swifts and an opportunity to create a plan to help them in the town. Led by swift campaigner Deb Pitman. All welcome.

• Date/Time: 4 July, 7:00pm
• Location: 87 Market Place, Chapel-en-le-Frith, SK23 0JD
• Booking Info: Free event, all welcome. No booking required.

Belper Swift Walk

A leisurely paced short stroll with some hills to watch the skies for swift sightings and learn more about these birds. Sturdy footwear recommended. Numbers limited to 35.

• Date/Time: 4 July, 8:30pm to dusk (approx. 9:30pm)
• Location: Coppice Car Park (Free), Market Place, Belper, DE56 1LG
• Booking Info: Free event (donations welcome), booking essential. Email belperswifts@gmail.com.

Melbourne Swift Walk

A gentle stroll (approx. 1.2km with gentle inclines along pavements) around local swift nesting areas. Busy road crossings at start and finish. Suitable for all ages. Led by Richard Winspear and organised by the Derbyshire Ornithological Society.

• Date/Time: 4 July, 7:30pm – 8:45pm
• Location: Melbourne Market Place bus shelter (Grid Ref: SK386251), Melbourne
• Booking Info: Free event, no booking required. Contact Richard Winspear on 07908 025121.

Shirebrook Guided Swift Walk (Session 2)

A free guided walk to watch swifts and locate nests in a different area of the community. Led by Chele Marriott, founder of Shirebrook Swifts. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

• Date/Time: 5 July, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
• Location: Shirebrook Village Hall car park, Shirebrook, NG20 8JP
• Booking Info: Free event, no booking required. For updates, visit Facebook: Shirebrook Swifts or Instagram: @shirebrookswifts.