Explore the Super Natural This October Half Term
This October half term, discover activities that show just how super wetland nature can be!
Enjoy a host of creative and nature-themed activities. From wildlife spotting and fungi hunting to potion making and spell casting, our wetlands are bubbling over with magic. Check out our full list of events below!
Plus our creative table will be back all throughout half term to do some Halloween colouring and drawing!
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October half term activities
Fungi walk
Saturday 26 October, 11am - 12noon
Search for fairy inkcaps, dead man's fingers, candlesnuff and more on a fungi hunt with our reserve team.
Pond dipping
Sunday 27 October, 1pm - 2.30pm (drop-in sessions)
Explore our Pondzone and enjoy looking for a variety of pond life including water snails, pond skaters, water scorpions and more!
Spells and potions
Monday 28 October, 1pm - 2.30pm (drop-in sessions)
Mix a magical potion made with natural wetland elements surrounded by woodland wildlife
Poems and spells
Tuesday 29 October, 1pm - 2.30pm (drop-in sessions)
Poems and spells go hand in hand. Write your own spooky poem and turn it into a magical spell!
Owl pellet dissection
Wednesday 30 October, 11am - 12noon (drop-in sessions)
Take a closer look to find out what owls eat, and we've got other bones and skulls for you to look at. Whose head will you be holding?
Leaf collaging and nature palette
Wednesday 30 October, 1pm - 2.30pm (drop-in sessions)
Collect natural materials and enjoy creating a nature palette and collage in the woods!
Make a Halloween lantern
Thursday 31 October, 1pm - 2.30pm (drop-in sessions)
Just what you need for Halloween night, make a Halloween lantern and badge to take home!
Halloween needle felting
Friday 1 November, 10am - 11.30am & 12noon - 1.30pm - £18pp
Make mini felt pumpkin and bat decorations in this guided workshop! Book now
Willow wand making
Saturday 2 November, 1pm - 2.30pm (drop-in sessions)
Weave a little magic into your day with a handmade willow wand
Get ready for a fun-filled half term
Why wait! With so many wildlife encounters and inspiring activities, no two visits are the same so book now. A visit also supports our vital work to restore wetlands and their wildlife.
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