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Summer of Play: Bubble play with Squidge and Pop

Chase and dance through rainbow swirling bubbles with Squidge and Pop! Watch tricks and giant bubble spectacles as well as having a go at making your own bubbles too.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Be amazed by swirling bubbles for this interactive and multi-sensory event by Squidge and Pop.

Learn how to skilfully make bubbles of all shapes and sizes including wobbling bubble caterpillars and clever tricks to put bubbles inside bubbles. It will be a magical and joy-filled experience for everyone to try.

We'll run our bubble workshop come rain or shine. Find us on the main Summer of Play stage, or under the stretch tent in the Kitchen Garden.

All sessions are free. Normal admission applies.

Check out our other summer events on the Upcoming Events section of our website, including: storytelling, children's yoga, morning dance parties, nature activities with our Rangers, other weekly crafts and more!

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for children

Meeting point

Squidge and Pop will start on the main Summer of Play stage in the Kitchen Garden, or under the stretch tent if it's raining.

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather.

Accessibility

This session includes grass and gravel paths, some of which may not be suitable for all mobility aids. There are quiet areas nearby.

Upcoming events

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