Box Hill on the chalk of the North Downs in Surrey, is a classic land snail site with a good range of species in abundance. As well as the grounds of Juniper Hall Field Centre, participants will explore the chalk grassland and woodland of Happy Valley, the spur of Box Hill, and an alluvial field by the River Mole. Sorting of leaf litter will also be included as this yields the smallest snails that are easy to overlook in the field. Beginners welcome.
Tutor: June Chatfield.
Course fee: Residential £240 (single room) / £220 (shared room); non-residential £180 (which includes evening meals, packed lunch and afternoon tea and cake).
Further details and to book: www.field-studies-council.org/Juniper Hall; enquiriesjh@field-studies-council.org; 0845 4583 507; or Juniper Hall Field Centre, Mickleham, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6DA. Or contact the tutor.
June Chatfield (01420 82214)