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Summer of Play: Natural Crafts

Use natural materials to create wildlife-themed crafts at the Moorland Discovery Centre.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This activity is designed for children aged 5-11. Choose a craft kit and use your creative skills to make wildlife-themed crafts from natural materials.

Free of charge, no booking required.

On Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer holidays, join in the drop in activities in the Moorland Discovery Centre as part of our Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank.

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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, must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Moorland Discovery Centre, accessed from Woodcroft car park.

What to bring and wear

Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for being outside in the summer.

Accessibility

Accessible parking is available in Woodcroft car park. There is a step-free slope down to the Moorland Discovery Centre itself, where there is an accessible toilet and baby change.

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