All the listed events take place at the Earth Trust, Little Wittenham, OX14 4QZ unless otherwise stated, they include all March events and those family events in April that occur during the Easter holidays. As always, more information can be found on our website www.earthtrust.org.uk.
Mother’s Day Edible Bouquets – Sunday 6th March, 10am-2pm
Drop in to the Earth Trust Centre on Mothering Sunday and plant your mum an edible bouquet! Decorate your pot and fill it with seeds that will grow into tasty leaves, herbs and flowers. £4 suggested donation per child, accompanying adult(s) free. No need to book.
Lambing Weekends – Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th March, 11am-4pm
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th March, 11am-4pm
Our annual Lambing Weekends are back, but this year there’s be even more to see and do on the Earth Trust farm! As well as the ewes and their lambs, there’ll be pigs, piglets, goats and more, plus bale climbing and craft activities. Refreshments available. £6 adult, £3 child, £15 family, free for Earth Trust Friends.
Easter Fun on the Farm – Sunday 27th March, 11am-3pm
Get set for some egg-citing family fun this Easter Sunday! Eggs-plore the Earth Trust farm and meet some of the animals, plus bring your own egg (hard boiled!) to decorate and roll down the Clumps. Refreshments available. £5 adult, £2 child, £12 family.
Woodland Adventure – Wednesday 30th March, 10am-12pm
An expedition for 5-8 year olds. Use your detective skills to discover the Earth Trust’s woodland, where we’ll explore, build and play. £4 suggested donation per child, accompanying adult(s) free. No need to book.
Sling Walk – Thursday 31st March, 10am-11.30am
Bring your baby for a ramble around the Earth Trust nature reserve. A great opportunity for you both to get our in the fresh air and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the countryside with other local parents. £4 suggested donation per child, accompanying adult(s) free. No need to book.
Discover and Play – Friday 1st April, 10am-12pm
Forest School for the under-5s. Join the Earth Trust for a morning of play and discovery in the our woodlands. Forest School offers hands on learning experiences in a natural environment. £4 suggested donation per child, accompanying adult(s) free. No need to book.
Nettles – Nasty or Nice? – Sunday 3rd April, 10am-12pm
Stinging nettles may pack a bit of a punch, but did you know they’re used by both people and wildlife? Join us at the Earth Trust Centre and get inspired by our delicious nettle recipes, and discover which other species like eating them too. With Love Food Hate Waste. £4 suggested donation per child, accompanying adult(s) free. Drop in.
Clumps Club – Monday 4th & Tuesday 5th April, 9am-5pm
Wild adventures for 8-12yr olds! Different outdoor activities each day, please check web for details. £30 per child per day; booking essential: 01865 407792.
Wildlife Wednesday – Wednesday 6th April, 2pm-4pm
Our roving Wildlife Wednesdays visit a different Earth Trust community nature reserve during each school holiday. This half term, come and join us at Wallingford Castle Meadows (OX10 8DL) to learn about local wildlife and have lots of outdoor fun! £2 suggested donation per child, accompanying adult(s) free; no need to book.
Family Bushcraft – Friday 8th April, 10am-4pm
Bring the whole family and go wild in the great outdoors! Explore the woods, make shelters, learn how to make a fire and use a knife safely. We’ll cook on the fire but bring a packed lunch too. £20 adult, £15 child; booking essential: 01865 407792.
Lucy Benyon
Communications Officer