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Wildlife Day - April 2025

 

Saturday, 12th April 2025

Park Cameras Wildlife Day

 

• FREE wildlife photography talks • See a large range of birds of prey
• FREE expert advice • EXCLUSIVE offers • FREE giveaways • FREE parking

SEMINARS BRANDS ATTENDING

If Wildlife’s your thing, then don’t miss the Park Cameras Wildlife Day, held at our Burgess Hill store on Saturday 12th April 2025.

The Wildlife Day is BACK! Upon visiting the store on 12th April, you’ll find some incredible one-day-only offers, and product experts available all day from a wide variety of leading brands including Canon, Sony, Nikon, Fujifilm, Sigma, Manfrotto, Lowepro, Epson, Hawke, ZEISS and Vanguard to name just a few!

We’ll also be hosting a variety of engaging FREE seminars where you can hear from some leading photographers from the industry, who will share their tips and tricks focusing on different aspects of wildlife photography, and we hope that you’ll be able to take something from this to incorporate into your own photography. Places are limited, so please see below for further details on how you can book your place.


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The Hawking Centre


This Spring, we are delighted to be joined by our friends from The Hawking Centre who will have a variety of Birds of Prey for you to photograph and test out any new cameras or lenses you might be interested. Their expert team come with a wealth of knowledge about Birds of Prey, so if you’ve got any burning questions, this is a fantastic chance to get them answered and is a great chance for children to see a collection of birds that you might not expect to see in the town on any ordinary day!

 

Free Photography Talks

 

 

9:30am

A wildlife masterclass; with Harry Skeggs

A wildlife masterclass;
with Harry Skeggs

Join us as award-winning photographer Harry Skeggs shares a fantastic variety of photographic tips & tricks that you can put into your own work.

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

10:35am

Wings in Focus; with photographer Terry Donnelly

Wings in Focus;
with Terry Donnelly

Join us for this presentation where photographer Terry Donnelly will explain how to get the best opportunities to photograph wild birds.

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11:30am

Working with Low Light and Video in Wildlife Photography

Working with Low Light and Video in Wildlife Photography
with Nick Wilcox-Brown

Join us at Nick Wilcox-Brown will share his tips and tricks on how you can capture fantastic wildlife shots in challenging situations, and how you can elevate your work by capturing professional-looking video.

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

11:50am

Unlocking a new window on the world of wildlife with Ellie Rothnie

Unlocking a new window on the world of wildlife
with Ellie Rothnie

Join us for this talk as internationally acclaimed wildlife photographer Ellie Rothnie shares her experiences of documenting species’ behaviours through a combination of stills and video.

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

12:00pm

Personal Birds of Prey Flying Display at Park Cameras Wildlife Day

Personal Birds of Prey Flying Display;
in association with Nikon & The Hawking Centre

This session is in partnership with our friends at Nikon UK who will be on-hand throughout offering tips and advice to help get some fantastic photos of Birds of Prey, both in flight and on perches.

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1:00pm

Natures Treasures; with photographer Terry Donnelly

Natures Treasures;
with Terry Donnelly

Join us as Terry Donnelly shares how he sets about finding wildlife and observes the subjects behaviour, in order to have a better chance of getting great pictures.

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

1:15pm

A wildlife masterclass; with Harry Skeggs

A wildlife masterclass;
with Harry Skeggs

Join us as award-winning photographer Harry Skeggs shares a fantastic variety of photographic tips & tricks that you can put into your own work.

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

2:30pm

Birds of Prey Flying Display at Park Cameras Wildlife Day

Birds of Prey Flying Display
with The Hawking Centre

Join us at our wildlife day and be prepared to be amazed, as the team from The Hawking Centre put on an incredible flying display!

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

3:15pm

Working with Low Light and Video in Wildlife Photography

Working with Low Light and Video in Wildlife Photography
with Nick Wilcox-Brown

Join us at Nick Wilcox-Brown will share his tips and tricks on how you can capture fantastic wildlife shots in challenging situations, and how you can elevate your work by capturing professional-looking video.

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

3:30pm

Unlocking a new window on the world of wildlife with Ellie Rothnie

Unlocking a new window on the world of wildlife
with Ellie Rothnie

Join us for this talk as internationally acclaimed wildlife photographer Ellie Rothnie shares her experiences of documenting species’ behaviours through a combination of stills and video.

Click here to learn more & to book your place!

For our variety of free talks, we would suggest signing up where possible, as space is limited. However, should you not book a place and still wish to attend one of our talks, please speak to us on the day and we will do our best to accommodate you.


 

Brands attending the Park Cameras Wildlife Day

Canon

Canon

Join us at the Wildlife Day where experts from Canon will be available to show you their latest range of cameras, lenses and binoculars, including the longest-reaching telephoto zoom lens for the RF mount, the RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM, and the superb new EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R1! Plus, if you're looking to take your printing to a brand new level, check out the new imagePROGRAF PRO-310 A3+ printer.

If you’re an existing Canon user, why not bring along your camera and try out the range of lenses for yourself.

DON’T FORGET! Bring your camera along with an SD card, and Canon will show you how you can take complete control of your images by printing one of your images up to A3 size for FREE using their PIXMA professional photo printer range.

Sony

Sony

Join us this Wildlife Day for an immersive experience that showcases the power of Sony technology in capturing the beauty of the natural world. You'll have the opportunity to connect with Sony technical experts, who will be there throughout the day to guide you, answer your questions, and help you get the most out of your wildlife photography.

Get hands-on with an impressive range of Sony cameras and lenses—including the flagship Alpha 1 II with global shutter and the FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS, perfect for handheld shooting and ensuring no bird is too fast to catch. You’ll also have the chance to try the ever-popular FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS, a favourite among wildlife photographers.

EXCLUSIVE! Be among the first to experience the brand-new FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS and gain valuable tips from Sony Imaging Ambassador Terry Donnelly, who’ll be sharing his expert insights.

Nikon

Nikon

If you're passionate about photographing the beauty of the natural world, you'll need a camera and lens combination that brings you close enough to capture every detail from a safe distance.

At the Wildlife Day, we’ll have technical experts from Nikon UK who will help you choose the perfect gear you need to perform such a task, and you'll be able to get hands-on with the latest products including the Coolpix P1100 featuring an extraordinary 125x optical zoom.

On the day you'll also be able to test out their Z-series mirrorless cameras including the Z 7 II, Z 6 II, Z6 III, Z 8 and Z 9. Plus see the wide-range of Z-mount lenses available including the, Z 70-180mm f/2.8, Z 180-600mm F/5.6-6.3 VR and the Z 28-400mm f/4-9 VR.

In addition to this, you’ll be able to get closer to nature by trying out the range of binoculars from Nikon. Whether you’re stargazing, birdwatching or just taking in the incredible beauty of wildlife, these binoculars help you explore the earth and skies above in stunning detail and clarity. Speak to the experts on the day to help find the perfect pair for your needs.

ZEISS

ZEISS

Seeing wildlife up close in person can be down to patience, experience and the right equipment and can often be unique and unforgettable moments in life. Join us at our wildlife day and speak to wildlife enthusiast and ZEISS Ambassador Toby Carter will help you find the perfect optics for your needs, including the new compact & lightweight SFL range of binoculars, spotting scopes and nature cameras including the new Secacam 3.

Fujifilm

Fujifilm

Now is the time to get out and make photos of the world with all the lovely colours, wildlife and new life that Spring typically brings. And when it comes to choosing the right camera and lens combination to photograph the myriad of subjects, within the Fujifilm X-Series range of cameras, there's a fantastic range to choose from including the X-T5, X-H2S and XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR.

And if you’re looking for unsurpassed levels of detail when taking shots of animals and birds, then check out the range of Medium Format GFX series, including the recently launched GF500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR which puts previously out-of-reach subjects in range for FUJIFILM GFX System users.

PGYTECH

PGYTECH

Join us at the Wildlife Day where we’ll be joined by a PGYTECH product expert, ready to show you their solutions to help you focus on creating content, including bags and cases, gloves, card readers and more!

Epson

Epson

Have you ever wanted to print your own images? Well now you can! Epson will be at our Wildlife Day demonstrating how you can print your images in the comfort of your own home. With their amazing range of Surecolor and EcoTank A3 / A2 printers, full of the latest cutting-edge technology you can produce amazing prints right from your own home - ideal for amateur and semi-professional photographers.

Why not bring one of your favourite photos with you to the Wildlife Day on a USB Stick or SD card and Epson will show you the quality of their printers by printing off your image at A3 size while you wait for you to take away and keep - all for FREE!

Manfrotto

Manfrotto

Join us in in store where an expert from Manfrotto will be available to help you find the perfect tripod, monopod of head for your needs, including the recently launched Befree and 055 series - ideal for taking on your wildlife adventures! Feel free to bring your camera gear along on the day so you can get a feel or how your own kit will work with Manfrottos sophisticated and sturdy range.

Lowepro

Lowepro

For over 50 years, Lowepro camera bags, backpacks and cases have been on countless adventures and mastered a wide range of climates and conditions in the most remote parts of the world. Visit us in store on the Wildlife Day and check out the current line-up of bags ready for your own adventures in 2025 and beyond including the popular ProTactic III - designed so you can transport your gear effortlessly, without compromising on comfort.. Feel free to bring your camera gear on the day to help find the perfect bag for your needs.

Vanguard

Vanguard

Join us in store and receive honest and friendly advice to help you find the camera support / bag from Vanguard that suits your needs. Join us on the day and you’ll be able to check out the NEW VEO Metro range of bags & cases, and the latest VEO 5X Carbon Fibre Tripods offering an optimal balance between portability and stability. Feel free to bring your gear along to test out their supports for yourself! Plus, experience the outdoors up close with the range of binoculars from Vanguard – designed with outdoor enthusiasts in mind.

Sigma

Sigma

Join us at the Wildlife Day where we’re delighted to have an expert from Sigma on-hand to help you find the perfect lens for your photo / video needs. Plus, get hands-on with some of the latest lenses available, designed for Mirrorless Cameras such as the recently announced 300-600mm f/4 DG OS | Sports and the 500mm f/5.6 DG DN OS | Sports suitable for L-Mount or Sony E-Mount users.

Benro

Benro

Join us in our Burgess Hill store and try out a wide-range of Tripods from Benro including the new Cyanbird range. Whether you are waiting patiently for a kingfisher close-up or stalking woodland creatures through the forest… you need the right gear! With a perfect mix of strength, durability and flexibility Benro provide solutions to all shooting situations. Bring your camera and lens along and see how it feels on a range of different tripods.

Shimoda

Shimoda

Join us at the Park Cameras Wildlife Day and check out some of the most popular camera bags for outdoor creators and adventure photographers in the shape of Shimoda bags. Their modular product range comprises of backpacks and core units, with a wide range of options suited to small or large frames with various load capacities, and practical accessories to extend the functionality of any bag you choose.

Slik

Slik

Join us at our Wildlife Day and get expert advice on the perfect Slik Tripod for your needs. We’ll have a range for you to try out, so feel free to bring your camera gear with you on the day. You’ll also be able to try out the Creator’s Clamp and Sliding Arm II which are ideal to get to angles not normally possible, or to attach to things such as pipes or bird hides.

Samyang

Samyang

With over 50 years of camera lens innovation and craftsmanship, Samyang offer a wide variety of lenses that will allow every photographer and videographer to share their unique perspective with the world. Join us at the Wildlife Day to see the range available including the AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 designed for Sony E-Mount users.

Hawke

Hawke

We’re delighted to be joined at Wildlife Day by Hawke – a world leader in sport optics. Produced using the finest materials with the highest quality standards you’ll get a pair of binoculars that are outstanding performance in the field. Join us on the day where an expert will be on hand to help you find the perfect pair of binoculars for your needs, including the recently launched Frontier LRF range.

Gitzo

Gitzo

Join us at the Park Cameras Wildlife Day where a technical expert from Gitzo will be on hand to show you their range of tripods, monopods and heads – all designed to be durable when out in the field, including conditions at the extreme, whilst also giving you the performance you need from a reliable support.

Joby

Joby

Join us on Saturday 12th April 2025 and check out the range of functional, innovative, yet easy to use mini tripods and accessories from Joby – suitable whether you're constantly on the move, creating daily vlogs, capturing social media posts, or embarking on thrilling adventures.

Spider Holster

Spider Holster

Visit us for the Park Cameras Wildlife Day where an expert from Spider Holster will be on-hand to show you how you can enjoy longer, more productive shoots out in the field by taking the weight off your cameras off your neck, shoulders and back.

The Spider Holster keeps your camera out of the way and easy to reach, freeing up your hands to interact with your client & scenery, allowing more shots per shoot.

Pentax

Pentax

For more than 100 years, the name PENTAX has stood for innovation and expertise in the manufacture of optical products like no other company. Join us at the Wildlife Day on 12th April 2025 where an expert from PENTAX will be on-hand throughout the day to show you their range of binoculars, that offer performance, precision, simplicity and precision.

And if you’re looking for a compact camera to take into uncompromising conditions, check out the waterproof Pentax WG-90.


Trade-in at Wildlife Day


Join us at the Park Cameras Wildlife Day where you can trade-in or sell your existing kit either against something new, or for cash (paid via bank transfer within 3-5 days). Simply bring your kit along on the day where one of our used specialists will be on-hand to evaluate your kit.

To help your experience in store, we recommend getting a quote in advance of your visit where possible. There’s no commitment or obligation for you to trade-in and we understand if you change your mind. Quotes are valid for 14 days.

Get your quote here



 

Want to learn a bit more about what you can expect by visiting Wildlife Day at Park Cameras? If so, then watch our previous live video where team member and Park Cameras YouTube host Gareth shows you around!

Park Cameras Wildlife Day: LIVE! [23rd September 2023]

We’re here LIVE at the Park Cameras Wildlife Day looking at all that’s new and ideal for shooting wildlife with a whole bunch of kit. If there’s a question you have, or there’s something you want to see, let us know & we’ll try our best for you!

Posted by Park Cameras on Saturday 23 September 2023

Parking Information for Wildlife Day

Thanks to our neighbours at Edwards, parking facilities for attendees of the Wildlife Day can be found using their car park. The entrance to their car park can be found just beyond Park Cameras, off Innovation Drive. There is a pathway from the car park back to York Road.

Where to park at Park Cameras Wildlife Day

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