Starling Murmurations, Avalon Marshes, Glastonbury - a special free community offering (spaces limited)

Join us for an early evening walk to witness one of winter’s most awe-inspiring natural spectacles — the starling murmurations at Avalon Marshes.

We’ll meet in the car park of Ham Wall Nature Reserve—a haven for wildlife. From the car park, we’ll walk approximately 30 minutes to the viewing point, arriving in time to witness the murmurations as thousands of starlings dance and swoop across the sky to roost at sunset.

If you have any questions after reading the information below, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Join the walk

Date, Time and Ticket Price

Date: Saturday 14th February 2026

Time: 4pm - 6 pm

Price: Free community offering

Walk Description

Distance: ~1 mile

Walk Duration: 2 hours (easy pace), it’s about a half hour walk to the viewing point

Challenge Level: Beginner friendly, the route is flat.

Terrain: Gravel path

Start/End Point and Meeting Time:

Ham Wall Car Park 4pm - Meare, Ashcott, Glastonbury BA6 9SX

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What to bring

  • water bottle

  • lots of warm layers

  • hat, scarf, gloves

  • backpack

  • any personal first aid items you may need

  • waterproof, sturdy walking boots

  • waterproof jacket

  • flask with a warm drink

Additional things to note

Murmurations usually begin about an hour before sunset, though earlier starts are common on cloudy days. Dress warmly as it will get chilly as wait for the murmurations to appear.

Any final details will be shared via a WhatsApp group the week before.

  • If you need to cancel:

    If you cancel more than 4 weeks before the date of the walk or experience we will offer you a full refund.

    If you cancel within 4 weeks of the date of a walk or experience I recommend that you try to resell/pass on your ticket yourself. If you resell/pass on please let me know who will be attending in your place. You may contact me to check if there is anyone on the waiting list who could take your place. If there is, I will offer you a partial refund minus a £5 admin fee.

    If I need to cancel:

    The majority of the walks and experiences on offer will go ahead come rain or shine. However, if there are strong winds or storm warnings so that the conditions are dangerous or deeply unpleasant, then I may need to postpone to ensure everyone’s safety. I will let you know 12-24 hours pre-walk.

    If I have to postpone I will send you a credit note to use for or towards another walk or experience within one year of the date of postponement.

  • Walks and activities are at your own risk. No liability accepted for accidents or incidents.