Autumn 2026 Open Days announced
The final two Hilbre Open Days of 2026 take place in September and October.
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Remembering Susan Craggs
Remembering Friends of Hilbre founder Susan Craggs and her lasting contribution to the islands.
Read the storyAn Open Day returns in spring 2022
A look back at volunteers, wildlife watching and heritage talks during an early post-lockdown Open Day.
Read the storyA winter task day on Hilbre
A look back at the first mid-week volunteer task day of 2022, from new information boards to winter maintenance.
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