Bat Walks 2026
Join National Parks & Wildlife Service Guides at dusk to watch hundreds of tiny Soprano Pipistrelle bats emerge from their daytime roost in the National Park Information Office attic. Participants are then welcome to join us as we search for bats in flight using our bat detectors along the dark, wooded paths of Glendalough. Other species of bats that have been encountered on previous walks include: Pipistrelle, Leisler’s, long-eared and Daubenton’s bat.
We are hosting three Bat Walks this summer
When & Where:
Bat Walk, Wednesday 17th June @9.45pm at the Information Office, A98R221.
Bat Walk, Wednesday 15th July @9.30pm at the Information Office, A98R221.
Family Bat Night, Wednesday 19th August includes a Bat Talk @7.45pm at the Education Centre, A98AP99 and a Bat Walk at the Information Office, A98R221 @8.45pm.
Duration: To watch the bats emerge from the attic allow between 45-60 minutes, and for the walk allow approx. 60 minutes.
Booking: Free of charge. Booking not necessary.
Parking: Parking is available at the County Council Upper Lake Car Park, A98W778 (charges apply). The car park will remain open for the duration of this event. But will close promptly thereafter.
Practicalities: Walking approximately 3 kilometres on both hard and rough surfaced paths on the valley floor. Bring a torch and insect repellent! Dress for the outdoors and bring waterproofs just in case. This is a free event. Except for guide or assistance dogs, dogs are not permitted on National Park events.
For more information, please phone the National Park Information Office, 0404 45425.