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Half term Face Painting at Bateman's

Add a splash of colour to your visit this half term with face painting sessions at Bateman’s.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Brighten your half term and add a splash of colour to your visit with face painting sessions. Choose from a range of bright and colourful animal-inspired designs to celebrate the Monkey Puzzle Trail at Bateman's.

Dates: 23 & 30 May

Times: 11am–1pm & 1.30pm–3pm

Prices: £3 for a half face or £5 for a full face, normal admission applies

No booking is required. Simply drop in on the day. Face painting is available on a first-come, first-served basis throughout each session.

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for children aged 3 years and up.

Meeting point

This event will take place next to our shop under a gazebo, this may move indoors depending on the weather. Please ask at Visitor reception upon arrival.

What to bring and wear

Please wear clothing suited for the weather.

Accessibility

This event takes place along an accessible route, please see the Facilities and access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for further information.

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