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Green Sketching with Moors for the Future Partnership

Try your hand at ‘green sketching’. Take a moment to focus on the details in nature around us, providing a calming, mindful antidote to our busy lives. Free event, suitable for adults and families.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Join the Moors for the Future team as you explore a new Green Sketching book, created by Peak District based artist Ali Foxon. You don't need to have any experience of drawing or sketching, just an open mind and a moment to notice the beautiful nature around us.

Booking not needed, free event. Drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm, stay for as long or little as you like.

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The basics

Suitability

Children of all ages welcome.

Meeting point

Moorland Discovery Centre, adjacent to main Woodcroft car park.

What to bring and wear

All materials provided. Outdoor shoes and clothing recommended.

Accessibility

The event takes place at the Moorland Discovery Centre and surrounding paths. The Centre is accessed via a gravel path with a 1:12 gradient. Accessible toilet with baby change in the Centre. Accessible and extra wide parking spaces available next to the Centre.

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