Nature Events in Edinburgh in August 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Arthur’s Evening Walk
Enjoy an evening stroll around Holyrood Park as you join our Rangers to learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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The Meadows Tour
Returning after a short Spring special, this highly popular 1-hour walking tour of Edinburgh's Meadows is a unique little experience.
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Nature Photography Workshop
Join renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell for these Nature Photography Workshops at Edinburgh Zoo!
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Monkeys: Our Primate Family
See some of the rarest and most endangered primates on Earth in 'Monkeys: Our Primate Family' at the National Museum of Scotland.
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Tea and Talks
These tea and talk sessions deliver a series of small-scale talks from the RZSS team in the stunning setting of the Mansion House at Edinburgh Zoo.
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Forest Bathing Taster Sessions
Come along to these lovely Forest Bathing taster sessions with Wild Rose Forest Therapy in St. Mark's Park!
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Draft Marine and Coastal Restoration Plan - Drop in information event
Join the Scottish Government on Monday 25th August at Leith Community Centre for this drop-in information event and learn about the draft Marine and Coastal Restoration Plan!
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Natures Alchemy-remembering our wild wisdom
The Last Known Wilderness invites you to join them in the beautiful Scottish Borders for a day of remembering what the modern world asks us to forget.
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Nature Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Family Workshop : Marine Life and Plastic Pollution
Join marine biologist Sean Flinn on Saturday 30th August at The Scottish Fisheries Museum for a free, hands-on family workshop exploring the ocean and how we can protect it!
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Spruce Bark ’n Root
You’re invited to join Rory at Lindor Open Workshop to celebrate the mighty Sitka spruce, essentially exploring containment and basketry.
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Learn Photography at Fife Zoo
The Learn Photography full day course at Fife Zoo is aimed at photography for beginners, amateurs and enthusiasts who want to learn the basic elements of photography.
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Scottish Invertebrate Show
Invert Shows UK return to Scotland with their Invertebrate Show on Sunday 31st August where you can meet and purchase a variety of weird and wonderful bugs!
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Bat Night at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
Embrace the darkness and go in search of some nocturnal nature at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond on Saturday 16th August!
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Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Nature Track Packs
Explore the countryside at the National Museum of Rural Life this summer with our Nature Track Packs.
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Badger Watch at Falls of Clyde
View badgers, bats and other nocturnal creatures on a Badger Watch event organised by the Falls of Clyde Rangers!
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Birdwatching For Beginners
Curious about the birds in your local area but not sure where to start? Join the RSPB at Baron's Haugh for a relaxed, beginner friendly introduction to all things birdwatching.
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Bat Walk
Guided by Clyde Muirshiel's Ranger Service, listen out for these elusive night time creatures in and around Lochwinnoch on this Bat Walk event!
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Wild Superpowers - Self-led Challenge For Kids
The wildlife at RSPB Lochwinnoch has developed lots of different types of superpowers to help them survive, find out more on this self-led challenge for kids!
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Kilmacolm Farm Tours
Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Mindfulness Walk
Immerse yourself in the here and now whilst walking Mugdock's quiet wild places on Sunday, August 17th!
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Sensational Shelters
Learn how animals build cosy hidey-holes and then make your own at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday, August 24th!
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Whittle in the wilds
Try your hand at whittling and bring to life wood found in the forest by carving unique creations on this workshop at Mugdock Country Park on Sunday 24th August! Suitable for 8 - 12 year olds.
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