Nature crafts for Easter
Turn a woodland wander into a story your children can hold in their hands.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
It's time to build a journey stick.
What is a journey stick? A journey stick holds memories, telling the story of your adventure.
How do I make a journey stick? Explore Gibside with your family, collecting treasures on your journey which you can add to your journey stick.
Where do I start? Pick up a journey stick from the craft team in the Walled Garden, then head out to explore Gibside and gather small found treasures along the way.
Back at base, children will add each item to their stick, building a colourful record of their walk and then share their story of where they went, what they noticed and the moments that stood out.
What can I add to my journey stick? Fallen petals, interesting leaves, twisty twigs and other loose bits of nature you spot on the ground. Anything still growing, we leave for nature, so the gardens stay beautiful for everyone who visits.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
All ages welcome.
- Meeting point
At the craft table in the Walled Garden, or if the weather decides to be drizzly, we'll move to the Forest Room (beside the Pizza Pit and behind the Marketplace restrooms).
- Other
Drop-in sessions, no need to book.
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