Summer of Play: Wild Art Wednesdays
Make something wonderful in the wild at the Courts this summer holiday.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Every Wednesday from 30 July join the Ranger in the Forest School area of the Parkland for a drop in craft workshop.
30 July: Charcoal making, learn how to make drawing charcoal in a biscuit tin kiln.
6 August: Flower Printing, create artwork from nature by pressing, rolling and squeezing flowers onto paper.
13 August: Drum making, make some noise! Make your own drum to jam with the ranger team.
20 August: Bird feeders, turn a humble log into food for your feathery friends.
27 August: Cooking over a campfire, whittle a stick and cook a bread twist over the fire with the Ranger team.
No need to book, drop in to a session between 11am - 1pm. Included in the cost of admission and free for National Trust members.
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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
Summer of Play is aimed at children but open to all.
- Meeting point
Meet in the Forest School area of the garden.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the outdoors.
- Accessibility
Even terrain and low log seating in woodland.
Upcoming events
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