Thursday 20th February | 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Biofluorescent Night Walk

What is biofluorescence?

Biofluorescence is where organisms absorb sunlight and then re-emit that light at a different wavelength, producing a different colour to the colour absorbed. Whilst some animals are able to see this emitted light, humans are unable to see this wavelength unless they use an ultraviolet (UV) light.

Biofluorescence occurs in all sorts of organisms including insects, plants, lichen, moss, fungi and various species of fish, birds and mammals. Shining a UV light on the organism reveals the bright colourful light emitted.

Biofluorescence isn't to be confused with bioluminescence, which is created by a light-producing chemical reaction within an organism, and which results in those amazing swathes of plankton lighting up the sea, for example. Biofluorescence is only visible with an external (UV) light source.

Adult tickets: £12.50

Child tickets: £8.00

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Thursday 20th February 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Biofluorescent Night Walk

Number of Adults

Adult tickets: £12.50


Number of children

Child tickets: £8.00

Discover nature's secret world of colour under the cover of darkness

Join us for an unforgettable biofluorescent woodland night walk. This guided walk will take you on a magical journey to see the farm like you've never seen it before. During the walk you'll use a UV torch to discover the amazing bright colours that are emitted by fungi, moss, insects and other animals. You'll marvel at the display of fluorescent reds, greens, yellows, blues and purples that are emitted by various organisms, illuminating the night and revealing nature's hidden colours.

What to wear/bring

  • Dress for the weather and wrap up warm as we'll take the walk at a slow pace, so we can take time to enjoy the colours
  • Sturdy boots are absolutely essential, such as wellies or walking boots

Important info

  • Suitable for older children, aged 8+
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • UV safety glasses will be provided and must be worn throughout the walk for your protection (you can wear them over your own glasses)
  • Sorry, no dogs!

We want our events to be accessible for all – please let us know if you require any additional information or adjustments and we will do our best to accommodate you. We offer free tickets to essential companions – please use the ‘Any Special Requirements’ box at checkout to let us know if you would like to book one. You can also contact us on hello@boreplace.org or 01732 463255 to chat about your requirements.

Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to the Commonwork Trust.

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