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Gatton Park Events June and July 2023
4th June-21st July 2023
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Venue: Gatton Park
Website: https://gattonpark.co.uk
Please book all events in advance online.
Sunday 4 June Summer at Gatton: Picnic in the Park
Celebrate the start of summer with a picnic on the parterre or take your hamper to the lakeside or Japanese Gardens. Refreshments available to buy. Children’s activities. Open 12-5pm. Online booking: £6.00 entry, children go free. On the day: £7.00.
Children’s activities
See website for full range of activities. Booking essential except where indicated.
Thursday 1 June Forest Fun 2 – 7 years
Join us in our Forest School Area, explore Cedar Wood, make woodland crafts and enjoy a snack around the fire. 10.00am – 12pm or 1.30pm – 3.30pm. £10 per child
Friday 2 June Trails and Tales 2 – 4 years
Listen to The Very Hungry Caterpillar and go for a walk in the park to bring the story to life. Then create an artwork linked to the story. 10.00am – 11.30am or 1.30pm – 3.00pm. £8.50 per child.
Monday 5 June – Monday 17 July Little Seeds Forest School
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm) session. The cost is £10.00 per session or for those who wish to book for a block of 6 sessions (5th June – 17th July [not 3rd July]) the discounted cost is £48.00.
Friday 09 June – Friday 21 July Trails and Tales 2 – 4 years
Listen to a story with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2 – 4 years. Please only book a place for the children taking part. Book for either the morning (10.00-11.30 am) or the afternoon (1.00-2.30 pm) sessions, six in total. The discounted cost for the block of 6 sessions is £37.50. Individual sessions are also available at £7.50 each. Please note there is no session on Friday 30th June