Blue Ground Beetle Identification at Dart Valley Woodlands

Monday 18th May, 2026 - 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Dart Valley Woodlands Newbridge Car Park, Newbridge Hill, Devon TQ13 7NT

Join us on the evening of 18 May to learn how to identify and survey the beautiful Blue Ground Beetle.

🗓️ Monday 18 May 2026
🕙 8:30pm – 10pm
📌 Dart Valley Woodlands, Newbridge Car Park, Newbridge Hill, Devon

In this training session, you’ll learn about this charismatic and rare beetle species, known from only 15 sites, including Dartmoor. As the sun sets, local expert John Walters will guide your group and show you what to look for when searching for and recording this elusive species.

No experience is required. We look forward to seeing you there!

The National Lottery Heritage Fund, supported by National Lottery players, has kindly funded this session as part of the Moor Invertebrates project.

Booking information

While this is a free event, please book in advance to secure your place by visiting our TryBooking page.

Date: Monday 18th May, 2026 - 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Cost: Free

Organiser: Buglife

Contact: [email protected]

Booking: Please visit our TryBooking page to book your place.

Region: Buglife England

Location: Dart Valley Woodlands Newbridge Car Park, Newbridge Hill, Devon TQ13 7NT