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Marvellous Moths

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Start Date: July 4, 2026
End Date: July 4, 2026
Time: 9-11am
£30 per person
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Marvellous Moths at Wilder Doddington

What turned up overnight?

Based in the new Wild House, this fascinating morning event offers a chance to discover the hidden world of moths.

Join local expert Martin Gray as we unveil the night’s catch and discover the remarkable variety of moths that live at Wilder Doddington. From delicately patterned micro moths to colourful hawk-moths and tiger moths, every trap opening brings expectation and surprise, and no two mornings are ever quite the same.

As habitats across the estate continue to evolve, an increasingly diverse range of moths are being recorded here. Moths are far more than just nocturnal butterflies – they are important pollinators and excellent indicators of the health of our environment.

With more than 2,500 species in the UK, the world of moths can seem daunting at first, but this event will introduce you to some of the common groups, show you how to spot key identification features, and reveal the fascinating stories behind these often-overlooked insects.

What to expect

  • See moths caught overnight in traps around the estate
  • Discover the incredible variety of colours, patterns and adaptations found in British moths
  • Learn how moth trapping works and how records contribute to conservation and scientific research
  • Pick up simple identification tips to help you start your own moth journey
  • Find out why moths are such an important part of healthy ecosystems
  • Explore displays and specimens, whatever the weather

Your guide

Martin Gray has been trapping and studying moths from his garden near Doddington for more than 35 years and is one of the region’s leading moth experts. He is the South Lincolnshire County Moth Recorder and Nottinghamshire’s Micro Moth Recorder.

Saturday 4 July, 9-11am

Booking essential

No experience required. Approximate duration: 2 hours.

Tickets: £30 per person

Please Note: Depending upon the weather conditions we may need to reschedule as moths are fair weather flyers! 

Important Information

  • This event is held at the Wild House, ample free parking is available – see map
  • All guests must be over 16yrs. 16-18 year olds must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
  • No dogs permitted.
  • This event is wheelchair accessible.
  • We often take photos during our events which we use for publicity purposes e.g. social media, if you would prefer to not be included in any photographs please do let us know on arrival.
  • Please note that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the event is cancelled. 

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