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Who is Nick?

Nick is a naturalist with a passion for wildlife and the countryside. A conservation professional, he has worked for over 25 years for both the RSPB and Wildlife Trusts yet also lends his spare time to surveying mammals, birds, butterflies and more. Nick is also an accomplished wildlife photographer travelling extensively, tracking down the UK's wonderful wildlife.A popular speaker, Nick delivers illustrated wildlife talks with passion, expertise and humour. Adapting his content and delivery for the audience, Nick’s easy delivery style is enjoyed by wildlife groups, garden clubs, photographic societies and a myriad of social groups such as U3As, WIs, Rotary Clubs and many more.

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Here are some key points that may help when considering booking Nick to speak to your group. For all talks, Nick...

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Charges Breakdown

The total price for each talk includes a set speaker fee and a variable travel fee. This is calculated by mileage from Knowle, Solihull. The total cost can be confirmed in advance of booking. Costs of tolls and/or parking may be added to the travel fee if required but Nick will always aim to keep costs to a minimum.The following fees for 2026/2027 bookings are:

Talk delivery fee: £80
Travel fee: 45p/mile

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Secret Wildlife of the Cairngorms

From the mountain tops, through moorland and forest ending in the lochs and rivers discover all about the different habitats and animals of this most special part of the Scottish Highlands.

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Secret Wildlife of My Garden

After moving into a new but bland garden, Nick saw the opportunity to create a wildlife haven. Follow the changes he made and meet the many creatures who have made it home.

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A Celebration of British Birds

Find out who is officially our favourite bird, how kingfishers are so vibrant and why songbirds are so keen to sing in the mornings. Visit summer seabird colonies, winter mountain tops and learn about our recovering birds of prey.

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Secrets of the Wildlife Photographer

Photographers and non-photographers alike will love this insight into how some of our favourite wildlife species are captured on camera. Using hides, stalking and composing the image are all covered to give you the complete picture.

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Journeys Into Wild Wales

Join Nick to look for migrant birds of oak woodlands, butterflies of the Great Orme, seabirds of South Stack and lots more from his journeys into wild Wales. From Skomer to World's End we'll meet many of the best species that Wales has to offer.

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Stories of Our British Mammals

What is the rabbit’s strange secret to success, how did hedgehogs get into trouble on the Outer Hebrides and can a weasel really fit through a wedding ring? Enjoy these stories and more.

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Britain's Best Wildlife

Nick once decided to work out his favourite 20 UK species, the result is a top twenty countdown of our most charismatic animals, birds and even some flowers! Otters, bluebells, barn owls and hedgehogs all feature but where are your favourites on the list?

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Wildlife of Sydney and the Blue Mountains

From vibrant fairy wrens to noisy cockatoos, frogmouths to fruit bats, Sydney has a wide variety of wildlife to enchant visitors to this wonderful antipodean destination.

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A Photographer's Wild Britain

Admire vibrant green sand lizards in Dorset, diving gannets in Yorkshire and swirling waders in Norfolk. Together, we will travel all over the UK searching for and photographing some of the best wildlife it has to offer.

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Secret Wildlife of the Forest of Dean

A rich heritage has shaped this vast woodland and wildlife can be found in every corner. From dippers to dormice we’ll meet many of the inhabitants and even the elusive wild boar!

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The Wild Orkney Isles

Enjoy dramatic scenery from the sea stacks on Hoy, through the moorland of the mainland to the beautiful sandy beaches of Westray. At the height of spring, Nick was able to find a huge array of wildife as well as learning some of the heritage and culture of the islands too.

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A Photographer's Wild Year

From murmerations of starlings in the winter to the eruption of butterflies in summer, the autumn deer ruts and the emergence of spring wild flowers. Nature never stops and we’ll enjoy a full 12 months of the best wildlife spectacles.

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Scotland's Western and Northern Isles

Travelling from Skye to the Outer Hebrides and up to the Shetland Isles we’ll explore the nature of these wild and remote landscapes. From moorland to dramatic sea cliffs, meet the birds and animals belonging to the islands' diverse habitats.

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Around the UK in 200 Birds

Is it possible to see 200 of our amazing British birds in a single year? Nick ventured up moutains, sailed to islands and walked for miles with his binoculars and camera but did he reach the double century!?

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Who’s Who, in the Wild Garden

Let's talk about the birds and the bees… and the frogs and the butterflies. A gentle ramble through a wildlife garden meeting its characters and learning how we can help them thrive in a nature friendly haven.

Available from 2027

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The UK Wildlife Bucket List

Nick has been gradually ticking off his nature must sees. From leaping salmon to bumbling badgers the UK boasts some wonderful wildlife. Enjoy this vibrant nature fest before making your own bucket list!

Available from 2027

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RSPB Malvern... Stories of Our British Mammals"Very many thanks for such an entertaining talk on Wednesday. I think I can speak for the whole group when I say how enjoyable it was, just the right amount of detail, humour, and great photos."

South Leicester Birders... Secret Wildlife of the Cairngorms"The photographs were superb and of course from many trips to Scotland I know the area quite well and knew many of the sites. Once again many thanks for what was definitely my most enjoyable 'lecture' of all time."

Castle Bromwich Ladies Club...
A Photographer's Wild Britain"Our members enjoyed seeing the wonderful wildlife around our countryside and shores. Your love of this shone through in your photographs and, alongside, your interesting and informative chats made for a very successful evening."

RSPB Grimsby Local Group... Secret Wildlife of the Forest of Dean"I want to thank you for your thoroughly enjoyable talk last night. I enjoyed seeing the wildlife of the area and hearing the stories to the photographs, which were all excellent. Your enthusiasm and knowledge of the area and wildlife in general was clear to see and I’m sure you enthused many people last night. I will definitely be in touch again."

Dorridge Probus... Stories of Our British Mammals"One of our members who can be critical sometimes said to me after the talk that it was the best he had attended in many years. I am sure you will get another invite for a return at a later date as a talk on your subject would be a good one for one of our Ladies Lunches."

Rushcliff Photographic Society... Secrets of the Wildlife Photographer"I am so sorry I haven't contacted you before, but just wanted to say a big 'thank you' for coming to speak to us last week. The feedback has been so positive with everyone saying how much they enjoyed the evening and how interesting you were. I think this is the best feedback I have ever heard."

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Nick will be delighted to hear from you to discuss any possible talk bookings. Send details and possible dates to any of the contact details or give Nick a call to discuss, if that is easier. Because of the nature of his work, it is frequently the case that he can’t answer the phone so please don’t be shy and leave a message so he can get back to you.

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