What's on at Colby Woodland Garden
Busy Bees: Wicker bee building workshops
Get crafty this half-term and help us build our giant wicker bee in the Walled Garden. Join wicker artist Melanie Bastier for a guided workshop as you get involved with weaving parts of our bee together!
Sat 25 May 2019
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10:00-10:45
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Colby explorer trail
Go on an expedition at Colby as you tackle our explorer trail. During your quest, you'll trek through woodland and our wildflower meadow as you search for the resident wildlife. Complete the trail and you'll be rewarded with a victory prize!
Sat 25 May 2019
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10:00-16:00
Spring photography competition
If you’ve captured a great seasonal shot during your visit to Colby Woodland Garden, then why not enter our photography competition? We’re looking for photos that showcase the best of spring and the ever-changing landscape. By entering you’ll...
Sat 25 May 2019
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10:00-17:00
Busy Bees: Pollinators’ trail
Celebrate pollinator power this summer as you take on our nature trail around the Walled Garden and Wildflower Meadow. Discover the busy buzz of our resident pollinators, learn more about the important role these creatures play in the...
Sat 25 May 2019
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10:00-17:00
Busy Bees: Guided bee walks
Did you know that there are approximately 275 different species of bee in the UK? Join bee specialist Clare Flynn for a guided walk around the gardens to find out more about these charismatic creatures and Colby’s resident pollinators.
Sat 25 May 2019
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11:00-12:30
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Colby twilight walks
Visit Colby at twilight and see the woodland garden in a whole different light. Go on a guided walk to see the bats and beasties that enjoy this special place at night.
Wed 29 May 2019
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20:30-22:00
Summer photography competition
If you’ve captured a great seasonal shot during your visit to Colby Woodland Garden, then why not enter our photography competition? We’re looking for photos that showcase the best of summer and the ever-changing landscape. By entering you’ll...
Sat 01 Jun 2019
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10:00-17:00
Busy Bees: Gwesty Manon
Join Act Your Shoe Size and members of Narberth Youth Theatre for creative play and storytelling workshops at Colby Woodland Garden. Solitary bee Manon is getting set for the opening of her hotel for bugs, Gwesty Manon, but needs your help...
Sat 01 Jun 2019
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11:00-13:00
Busy Bees: Live hive days
Go behind-the-scenes with our busy bees as we host live hive days at Colby Woodland Garden in partnership with Bella from Just Bee and her ‘Girls on Tour’. Discover the inner workings of a hive, see wax and honey, dress up in a beekeeper’s...
Sat 08 Jun 2019
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10:30-15:30
Twilight walks with Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Discover beautiful Colby Woodland Garden in the evening. In partnership with Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, these evening walks invite you to explore a familiar place at the end of the day. What will emerge as dusk falls? Learn about the...
Tue 11 Jun 2019
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19:30-21:00
If these woods could talk: guided history walks
Join us for a guided tour about the hidden history of Colby Woodland Garden and Colby Estate. Uncover the stories behind the landscape; from war and mining to scandals and murder.
Sat 15 Jun 2019
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11:00-12:30
Behind the lens: Photography talk with Drew Buckley
Join award-winning landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley at Colby Woodland Garden for an afternoon of stories behind the photographs and a Q&A session.
Sat 15 Jun 2019
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14:00-15:30
Busy Bees: Wildflower meadow walk
Explore our magnificent wildflower meadow with a guided walk and talk led by our gardeners and volunteers. Learn more about this thriving habitat and how its delivering for nature at Colby.
Sat 06 Jul 2019
14:00-16:00
Pond safaris with Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
In partnership with Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, get up close and personal with the fascinating wildlife in Colby Woodland Garden's ponds and streams. Hands-on activities and family fun.
Wed 24 Jul 2019
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11:00-12:00
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Treetop adventure: climbing sessions at Colby
Celebrate National Play Day and reach new heights at Colby Woodland Garden this summer with our epic tree climbing sessions. 15-minute climbing slots available throughout the day, please call the team on 01834 811885 to confirm.
Wed 07 Aug 2019
11:00-16:00
Autumn photography competition
If you’ve captured a great seasonal shot during your visit to Colby Woodland Garden, then why not enter our photography competition? We’re looking for photos that showcase the best of autumn and the ever-changing landscape. By entering you’ll...
Sun 01 Sep 2019
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10:00-17:00
Seed gathering Sunday
Join our head gardener at Colby and learn about the woodland's collection of trees and their seeds. As part of the guided session, you'll also be able to gather and plant a seed of your own to take home and nurture!
Sun 15 Sep 2019
14:00-16:00
Behind the lens: Photography talk with David Bailey
Join award-winning wildlife photographer David Bailey at Colby Woodland Garden for an afternoon of stories behind the photographs and a Q&A session.
Sat 28 Sep 2019
14:00-15:30
Build Colby's wicker man
Throughout half-term we invite you to get crafty and help us build a wicker man for our wildflower meadow.
Sat 26 Oct 2019
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10:00-16:00
Halloween: wicker man workshop and campfire cooking
This Halloween, get hands-on with our willow weaving workshop and create your very own wicker man to take home. Dress your creation in the glorious colours of autumn using leaves, nuts and seeds. Afterwards, warm up with our cooking on a...
Thu 31 Oct 2019
10:30-12:30
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Colby's Winter Fair
Get festive and start your Christmas shopping with us at the annual winter fair. Have a browse and enjoy a range of stalls offering local art, craft and homemade goods.
Sat 16 Nov 2019
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10:00-16:00
Winter photography competition
If you’ve captured a great seasonal shot during your visit to Colby Woodland Garden, then why not enter our photography competition? We’re looking for photos that showcase the best of winter and the ever-changing landscape. By entering you’ll...
Sun 01 Dec 2019
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10:00-17:00