Join us this November for your chance to buy this years RSPB Christmas cards. Enjoy a slice of locally baked homemade cake and a hot drink as you look through a selection of seasonal RSPB goods.

There will be a wide range of cards and gifts on offer with prices to suit all pockets and don’t forget – all proceeds go to helping birds and wildlife.

Cards and gifts will be on sale in the South Essex Marshes visitor centre on the 4th, 18th, 27th and 28th November between 10-4. The Visitor Centre and Discovery Zone are located within Basildon District Council's Wat Tyler Country Park and act as the gateway to our South Essex Marshes reserves.

For that extra special Christmas surprise a pair of binoculars or a telescope would make an ideal gift. Or if you are looking to upgrade your current equipment, experts from Viking Optical will be offering helpful advice and allowing you to try a wide range of binoculars, telescopes and tripods before you buy on Thursday 25 November.

So, warm up this festive season and come and see us soon!