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Spring Butterflies of Sussex
Tour Code: GBR290A 4-day holiday in search of the many species of butterfly which are found within the beautiful South Downs National Park.
£995
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Summary
Join a local expert and naturalist guide as we cover the many beautiful habitats within the South Downs National Park. During May, Sussex is graced by over 20 species of butterfly, including many sought-after species such as Duke of Burgundy, Pearl-bordered Fritillary, Adonis Blue and Green Hairstreak.
We will cross the border into Surrey to see the Wood White on ancient woodland rides.
We will also be admiring a diversity of other species, ensuring we connect with as many different species as possible for this time of year. Walking across these ancient landscapes will reveal not only a plethora of butterflies, but also many birds which are otherwise in decline across much of the UK. Corn Buntings and Skylarks are frequently encountered, and being at the height of the breeding season, these species amongst others will be in full voice. A variety of orchids and other wildflowers will be in full bloom, so we expect this tour to be varied, with a strong emphasis on butterflies. We will also be running a moth-trap on one of the nights to admire another form of Lepidoptera!
- Observing over 20 species of butterfly (in either May or June)
- Duke of Burgundy, Pearl-bordered Fritillary & Adonis Blue in May
- Wood White in ancient woodland
- Observing the contents of a moth-trap
- A beautiful riverside hotel in the Cuckmere Valley
- Led by a local Lepidopterist
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Dates & Prices
2026
Tour Leader: Bob Eade
Bob has been interested in wildlife ever since he was just six years of age when he would watch the wildlife around him whilst he was fishing. When he was 12, he started photographing what he saw and some 50 years later he is still doing much the same, although fishing is a thing of the past now.
The usual break away from this was as he brought up his two sons, one of whom also got the wildlife bug and is now working full time for Naturetrek.
Bob's main wildlife interest now is in Lepidoptera, and he has had many photographs published over the years, mainly in magazines for the Wildlife Trusts and Butterfly Conservation, as well as several books.
Much of his time is spent studying the Wall Brown butterfly and he is the species champion for this species for the Sussex branch of Butterfly Conservation.
He also has a great interest in all other aspects of wildlife, particularly odonata, orchids, birds and Badgers.
Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?
For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.
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