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Summer of Play Colby Woodland Garden

Bring the whole family to Colby this summer for soft archery, meadow games and lots of fun in nature.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Enjoy an afternoon of family sports in the meadow on 21 and 29 July and 4, 12, 18 and 26 August, from 11.00am–1pm. The activities include soft archery and lots of lawn games. This is a free event and there's no need to book.

Either bring a full picnic with you and make a day of it or enjoy lunch, cake and tea or coffee from the Bothy Tea Room.

Times

The basics

Suitability

This event is designed for the whole family.

Meeting point

Go to the Visitor Welcome Centre when you arrive to pick up your games and get directions to the playing areas.

What to bring and wear

This is an outdoor event so dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Accessibility

Level access from drop off point; gravel and grassy paths to the meadow.

Other

Dogs welcome on a short lead.

Contact info

Colby Woodland Garden (choose option 2)

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