Spiders of Surrey
Learn to love the spiders that live in Surrey.
Learn to love the spiders that live in Surrey.
The giant house spider is one of our fastest invertebrates, running up to half a metre per second. This large, brown spider spins sheet-like cobwebs and pops up in the dark corners of houses,…
Every autumn, headlines warn about spiders invading our homes. But what’s the real story with our eight-legged neighbours?
At the heart of Brueton Park, Parkridge Visitor Centre offers refreshments and everything you need for a great day out. Whether you are here to enjoy the fresh air or would like to watch wildlife…
Wednesday afternoon in the half term school holidays, come and paint something to take home from a varied selection of planters, ceramic or wooden animals, windchimes or more.
The chocolate-brown raft spider inhabits bogs and ponds. It can be spotted sitting near the water, its legs touching the surface. When it feels the vibrations of potential prey, it rushes out to…
A talk to learn all about Fen Raft Spiders and how to spot them.
Join us for a relaxed nature inspired craft session, in beautiful woodland surroundings, with bottomless tea and coffee!
Nature Club @ Parkridge is a fun outdoor nature-themed session for home-schooled children of all needs and abilities.
Nature Club @ Parkridge is a fun outdoor nature-themed session for home-schooled children of all needs and abilities.
Have you ever stopped to look at the shape of a spider web? Garden spiders spin a spiral shaped web, perfect for catching lots of juicy prey!
The wolf spider can be found in a wide range of habitats, including the garden. It hunts down its prey, leaping on it just like a wolf. Spiders are beneficial neighbours, helping to manage garden…