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Summer of Play | Forest School Drop In

Enjoy drop-in crafting sessions in the River Garden with Forest Catkins.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

7 August -

Make and decorate a wood cookie or a whirligig. Use traditional whittling techniques and take away or own natural toy.

Or create and decorate your very own wicker dreamcatcher in 30 minutes.

28 August -

Decorate a wand with ribbons to add a magical touch to your day out or hand weave a bird-seed holder out of wicker and bring some song to your garden.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Meet in the River Garden.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable footwear as the paths can get muddy. No stilettos.

Accessibility

The terrain is steep and uneven in places.

Contact info

Dunster Castle and Watermill

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on
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