Ilam Park: YHA Kids Creative Nature Writing Drop in
Drop in and get creative! Write a wonderful story about your adventures or the perfect nature poem.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
A fabulous opportunity to encourage creativity and a connection to nature. Join the Ilam Youth Hostel Activity Team for a fun drop in scavenger hunt. Then the children can choose their favourite item and write a poem or shorty story exploring the use of language and words inspired by the five senses. 'The feel of crunchy leaves in the hand'. 'The smell of fresh air'. 'The sounds of birds chirping in the tree'. 'The sight of beautiful butterflies'. 'The taste of rain hitting your lips'. The children can enjoy drawing a picture with their creative work or gluing their favourite nature item onto their poem or story to take away as a lovely memento of their day.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 07875330589
- Suitability
Everyone welcome.
- Meeting point
Meet in Ilam Hall Youth Hostel.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather, either sunhats or rain coats!
- Accessibility
We are proud to offer a circular accessible path (1 mile), a changing place, an accessible path, and step free access to our Coach House and Stables Bookshop.
Upcoming events
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Ilam Park: 2026 Guided Walks: Literary Legends of the White Peak
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Dovedale: May Half Term Nature Journaling
Slow down and discover nature in Dovedale National Nature Reserve this May half term and capture it all in your own nature journal! We'll provide everything you need, just bring your imagination!
Ilam Park: May Half Term Nature Creators!
Escape into nature at Ilam Park this May half term and capture it all in your own Nature Journal! Sketch the stunning views, colour in wildflowers, and collect found treasures.