Friday, 12 June 2026
National Meadows Day at
High Hirst Woodmeadow
Hebden Royd Town Council are delighted to announce a free, family-friendly day in celebration of National Meadows Day.
The nature and conservation themed events are taking place on Saturday 4th July 2026, at the Town Council managed ancient grassland, and local wildlife site, High Hirst Woodmeadow.
High Hirst Woodmeadow. Photo: HebWeb
High Hirst Woodmeadow was established by Hebden Royd Town Council in 2020, after their declaration of a Climate Emergency in March 2019 and in response to the global loss of biodiversity. The project adapted a four-acre, council-owned site into a mixed habitat of woodland and meadows to support wildlife.
Whilst all events are free of charge, advance booking for the Ecology and Local History Walks is essential. Click the links to book.
Children's Nature-Based Activities
10am-3pm (drop-in anytime). Free nature-based kids' sessions, led by Dodnaze Community Association Forest School.
Ecology Walk: from 10.30am. Ecology Walk: from 1pm
Join Steve Hindle our local expert ecologist, walking through High Hirst Woodmeadow to gain invaluable insights into the unique flora and fungi that inhabit this ancient grassland.
Scything Demonstration
12pm.Watch High Hirst Woodmeadow volunteers demonstrate this ancient, beautiful and restorative meadow management skill. Drop in. No booking required.
Local History Walk from 11am. Local History Walk from 1.30pm
Led by local historian Paul Knights. Join us for a guided walk about the history of High Hirst Woodmeadow.
Dry Stone Walling Demonstration
Throughout the day. An introduction to this heritage craft which not only creates functional boundaries in the Woodmeadow, but also provides valuable habitat for various plants and animals.
Additional Information
We kindly ask that guests wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for the weather, as the events will take place outdoors.
Accessible toilets will be available at Dodnaze Community Centre from 10am-4pm.
The best way to get to us is to walk or use public transport. The 595 bus runs twice an hour (20mins and 50mins past the hour), up from the railway station via Commercial Street. It's a five minute journey and drops you off right next to the Community Centre.
For guests with limited mobility, limited parking is available on Manor Drive, Dodnaze.
We ask visitors to please not park on Sandy Gate as it restricts access for residents and through traffic.
For further information, please contact Hebden Royd Town Council.
Email or Telephone – 01422 842181