BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.3.2//EN TZID:Europe/London X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:774@auntysocial.co.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T130000 DTSTAMP:20260331T175804Z URL:https://www.auntysocial.co.uk/events/may-photo-walk-2/ SUMMARY:May Photo Walk DESCRIPTION:After capturing the early signs of spring during March in the w inding paths of Salisbury Woodland\, we invite you to trade the trees for the reeds\, on the May photo walk at Marton Mere Local Nature Reserve (SSS I)\nWe are heading to one of Blackpool’s most vital wildlife havens. Thi s Site of Special Scientific Interest offers a completely different landsc ape to explore\, from expansive open water and dense reedbeds to the archi tectural silhouettes of the bird hides and the distant form of Blackpool T ower. As well as the bird population\, Marton Mere is home to dragonflies\ , butterflies\, bats and orchids.\n\n The Walk: We’ll take a relaxed st roll around the mere\, focusing on the textures of the wetland\, the movem ent of the local birdlife\, and the May light over the water.\n Support: Our Darkroom practitioners will be on hand\, happy to offer tips on framin g\, exposure\, and getting the most out of your camera - whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out.\n Social: As always\, we’ll finish the session with a brew and a chat\, for those that want one\, to share w hat we’ve seen and discuss all things photography.\n\nWe will meet by th e entrance of The Village Hotel for 11am returning by approximately 1pm.\n \nWe have three ticket types available\,\n\n· £4 – Bring your own came ra &\; equipment\n· £8 – Bring your own camera\, film provided\n· £8 – Borrow a film camera (film included)\n\nNote: Paths can be muddy a nd uneven\; please wear appropriate footwear.\n\nEvent is suitable for tho se 12+. Under 16's must be accompanied by a parent/guardian\nBook here ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.auntysocial.co.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/03/Heading-2160-x-1080-px-2.jpg LOCATION:Marton Mere Nature Reserve\, Marton Mere\, FY4 4XN\, X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marton Mere\, FY4 4XN\, ;X- APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Marton Mere Nature Reserve:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260329T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR