The Fascination of Reedbeds walk

Reedbeds provide vital habitats for an array of wildlife from the secretive bittern to songful warblers, but they have many human uses too. For starters, the edible rhizomes are a starch-rich food source.

Historically, reeds were used for thatching and in the creation of many everyday items such as paper, pen nibs and mouthpieces for wind instruments. A more modern use of reedbeds is their role in phytoremediation - cleaning waste water.

Join us on a walk around the wetlands to explore the different aspects and functions of reedbeds and even try your hand at writing with a reed pen.

You don't need to book.

This walk is part of the first international Fascination of Plants Day.

Image: Reeds - Nick Cottrell