Habitats, Ecology & Conservation Courses in London
Discover the greener side to city life on our London walks and courses and learn about the efforts to protect endangered species around the world.
Many of our courses are delivered online. For more information about our live online courses, please see our guide to online learning.
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- Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00
- Nature Connection in the City: Nurturing Mental Well-Being with Urban Green SpacesCourse start date: Sat 7 Jun 2025
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Christopher CollierAmidst the bustle of urban life, finding moments of solace and nature connection can be a challenge. Yet research has shown that proximity to green spaces and cultivating connections with nature can significantly enhance mental well-being and overall quality of life. This session will explore the transformative power of nature in urban environments through a mix of informative content and participatory techniques.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00 - Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00
- Garden History: Italian Renaissance GardensCourse start date: Sat 5 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Explore the historical factors and the conditions which led to the creation of the Italian Renaissance Gardens in the 15th and 16th Centuries. Examine the technical developments and design approach as well as the wider socio economic context. The session will conclude with an assessment of the lasting impact of Italian Renaissance Gardens and our relationship with the natural environment.Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £32.00 - Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00
- Looking at winter treesCourse start date: Sat 11 Oct 2025
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Letta JonesJoin Letta Jones for three tree identification walks in Regent’s Park. These walks will take place on Saturday morning. We will explore common trees, focussing on bark, twigs, leaves, outline, seeds and fruits, with the aim of giving you the confidence to get to know what to look for when identifying trees.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00 - Autumn Wildlife Walk: Richmond Park & the Red Deer RutCourse start date: Sat 18 Oct 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ben ChappleJoin Ben Chapple to explore London’s wonderful Richmond Park, appreciate the fascinating behaviour and ecology of its wildlife (including the Red Deer rut), and learn about the challenges of conserving nature in the urban environment.Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £71.00 Concession £58.00 - Winter Wildlife Walks: Rainham Marshes & Walthamstow WetlandsCourse start date: Sat 15 Nov 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ben ChappleJoin us to explore two of London’s most rewarding locations for observing wildlife in the winter months, Rainham Marshes and Walthamstow Wetlands. Learn to identify bird and mammal species at this time of year.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00 - The Birds of London: a spring ornithology courseCourse start date: Sat 3 May 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ben ChappleLearn about London’s surprisingly diverse birdlife, including basic identification, behaviour and ecology (with a special focus on birdsong and migration), and conservation. The course will consist of 3 guided walks and 3 classroom sessions. First session takes place at Keeley Street.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00
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