Ranscombe Farm Rare Orchid Count
Ranscombe is home to at least eleven species of orchid. Four of these are rare species and their populations are surveyed every year. Join Reserve Manager Ben Sweeney to take part in surveying the endangered Man Orchid, a true speciality of the North Downs.
- 7 Jun 2026
- 9.30am-1pm
- Cuxton
Depending on weather conditions between now and the day, plans may be required to change, and other rare or threatened plant species may be surveyed instead.
Not suitable for wheelchairs/pushchairs
Could be up to two miles walking as part of survey
Some steep hills
Please come dressed for the weather and the terrain for example:
- Walking boots or sturdy shoes
- Waterproofs if needed
- Hat / sun cream in warmer weather
- Extra water
Age: All ages welcome – under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Meeting point: Events area car park
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TQ 7153 6750
To get closer to the area to be surveyed, we will be asking participants to drive in convoy further into the reserve along surfaced farm tracks, sharing cars if possible.
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 volunteering@plantlife.org.uk