Ranscombe Anniversary Celebrations – Medway Dark Skies: Evening Bat and ‘Reveal’ Walk
Join us at Ranscombe Farm Nature Reserve to listen for bats using detectors and then, using UV torches, look out for hidden biofluorescence and celebrate our dark skies. This event is being held as part of our 20th anniversary celebration week at Ranscombe Farm Nature Reserve.

Join us for an in-person adventure under the stars with the Kent Branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE Kent) and Plantlife as we launch the new Medway Dark Skies project!
Explore the mysterious world of bats using bat detectors, then, don’t miss the special ‘Reveal’ segment where biofluorescent secrets are revealed.
Perfect for nature lovers and night owls alike – grab your friends and get ready for a memorable evening, celebrating the CPRE Kent Dark Skies project launch and Plantlife’s Ranscombe Farm Reserve.
What Do You Need to Know?
- The event will take around 2 hours
- All persons under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
- There is free parking
- We will meet at 7.45pm to get started at 8pm
This event is part of our 20th anniversary celebration week at Ranscombe Farm Nature Reserve. It is part of the Ranscombe Connect: Community Participation for Wild Plants and Fungi project which has been made possible through funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Thanks to Lottery Players we have been able to create more opportunities for local people to get involved with Ranscombe Farm Reserve. If you are interested in volunteering at Ranscombe Farm contact us here.

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