National Meadows Day, Sat 5 July
Join us on Saturday 5 July in celebration of our magnificent meadows and have a go at using sweep nets to see the creatures found in the meadow up close. Free, drop in.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Over the spring we've been letting the grass grow to create a wildlife habitat and increase biodiversity. By the end of June, our meadow will be bursting with wildflowers and mini-beasts. National Meadows Day is the perfect opportunity to come and explore and find out more about this pollinator-rich environment.
Drop in any time between 11am and 3pm.
Times
The basics
- Meeting point
Gazebo in the meadow beside the main avenue of trees
- What to bring and wear
Long trousers are recommended when entering the meadow.
- Accessibility
The activity takes place on flat ground and accessed via surfaced paths, but will be near unfenced open water in the dark.
- Other
Dogs on leads welcome
Contact info
Children & Young People Hub - Morden Hall Park
Upcoming events
Busy Bumblebees Trail Sat 24 May - Sun 31 August, 10am-4pm
Buzz around the Rose Garden and find out about the Big 7 bumblebees of Britain! Lift the flaps and discover what makes each bee special.
Outdoor Theatre: Twelfth Night – Wed 2 & Thur 3 July
Settle amongst roses for an open-air performance of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night by The Lord Chamberlain's Men. Book early to avoid missing out!
Veteran Tree Trail for Adults
Explore some of the oldest and most fascinating trees in Morden Hall Park on this self-led trail for adults.
Park Explorers for under 5s term time on Mondays
Our Park Explorers group is for children aged 2-5 years old and their parents/carers. Together we learn about the natural world around us, with a different outdoor theme each week.