Here is an exciting guided bird walk organised in Bingley St Ives Estate this Spring by the Airedale & Bradford RSPB local group. It is led by Mark Doveston, a local naturalist and bird expert.
Guided Bird Walks Spring 2026
Please note: Children are welcome but dogs will hinder our chances of getting close to the birds. Open to all and free of charge.
Dull clothing and rough terrain footwear is recommended as the walk will go ahead whatever the weather.
Clockwise from top left; Little Owl, Cuckoo, Nuthatch and Bullfinch
Where to meet?
When: Sunday 3rd May 2026, 7.00 AM
Where:
St Ives Estate, gateway to Coppice Pond
Harden
Bingley
BD16 1AT
Grid Reference: SE 090 388
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Price: £0.00 – FREE (but car park charges after 9am)
The walk can take up to 3 hours depending upon weather and the birds. It will take place in all weathers so please come ready for the conditions with suitable footwear.