Autumn Nature Trail

Situated just off the public footpaths from the Kennet and Avon Canal at nearby Avoncliff or Limpley Stoke, the Dorothy House Interactive Nature Trail in Winsley is a perfect spot to take a pause and learn more about the incredibly bio-diverse species found in the calcareous rich grassland meadow.

Autumn fun on the Interactive Nature Trail!

Join us this autumn half term from 18 October to 2 November for some seasonal family fun! Learn about the creepy crawlies and brilliant beasties that call the grounds of Dorothy House in Winsley their home. Collect pumpkin stamps and take selfies with the impish inhabitants of the Nature Trail through our virtual app.

Interactive app

Access our free augmented reality app using a smartphone; take selfies with the creepy creatures and mini beasts you discover along the trail and learn more about the natural cycles of life and death.

Fascinating facts

Throughout the trail, on or off the interactive app, you will be able to dive deeper into nature’s weird and wonderful secrets. From amazing owl eyes, to how fireflies glow, there is plenty to discover no matter how old you are.

Collect digital stamps

Keep everyone entertained and take on the challenge via our interactive app to collect 8 digital pumpkin stamps along the trail route. With each stamp you collect, find out more about the freaky flora and fauna along the way.

Trail etiquette

Our gardens are maintained by volunteers so please take any litter home with you.
Bees are working in the meadow. Please be respectful of their environment and do not stray too close to their hives.
You are welcome to bring your dogs on the trail, but please keep them on a lead and pick up after them.
The paths may become uneven and slippy in wet weather. Please mind your step – we cannot accept responsibility for any injuries that occur whilst participating in the trail.
To preserve the natural habitats on site, two boards are not accessible by wheelchair. All other boards are situated along the tarmac path. Please refer to our map here for more information.

When accessing the trail, please be mindful that we are a working Hospice with patients, families and staff on site at all times. Please, therefore do not stray from the clearly marked trail.

Toilets are accessible during office hours via main reception at the front of the Hospice. Out of hours, the Seven Stars pub is a short walk away.

Please note, you do not need to download the interactive app before arriving at the trail.