Fungus Foray at Humberlands, Parrington’s Farm, Harwich Road, Lawford

Sunday 29 October - 10am at Humberlands, Parringtons Farm, Harwich Road, Lawford – Fungi Foray. This has been arranged by kind invitation of CNHS members Tim & Jenny Francis

Meet at Humberlands. Access is a driveway from the A137 approximately 100 metres west of the 40mph speed limit sign at ‘Garden City’, Lawford. It is signed Parringtons Farm and Public Bridleway. At the bottom of the drive, turn left (signed Humberlands). The grid reference is TM075312. There is a bus stop at Garden City; Humberlands is a short walk down permissive paths and bridleways from there. Please note that SatNav is not very helpful.

Join CNHS fungi expert Sarah Manning for a walk around this most interesting site, which offers a wide variety of habitats. This is a good opportunity to visit a private nature reserve and see what we can find – in previous years we have found so many species that we have walked very little distance! We will spend two to three hours looking for fungi, depending on what we find. We may continue after lunch if the weather is good and Sarah is not exhausted, so if you are interested, please bring your refreshments.

You will need good walking boots (some areas are quite uneven and there are lots of springs, so some spots can be permanently damp/boggy) and appropriate clothing depending on the weather.

Obviously the event is weather dependent. It is essential to book your place by contacting Liz Cutting who is also happy to provide any further information you need. Email lizc@cnhs.uk preferred but those without email facilities are welcome to phone 01206 394184 and leave a message and a contact phone number if there is no reply.