Rutland County Museum Summer Holiday Exhibition

18 Jul 09 (ends: 04 October 2009)
Venue: Rutland County Museum, Catmose Street, Oakham

The exhibition explores the British seaside, holiday camps, camping and caravanning, cruises and package holidays.  With fun games for children.

Make Your Summer Fly BY! the Hub in Sleaford

29 Jul 09 (ends: 31 July 2009)
Venue: Sleaford

Make Your Summer Fly By!

Keep your fingers busy this summer as you make colourful kites or balloons at the Hub in Sleaford!

The Hub National Centre for Craft & Design will be offering six exciting hands-on workshops for the whole family to enjoy.

In just one workshop you will be able to produce your very own workable kite or balloon. If you attend more than one session you will be able to tackle more challenging designs.

Enjoy kite making workshops from 29 to 31 July and hot air balloon making workshops from 3 to 5 August.

Children aged six to 16 year olds are invited to take part. Sessions are held between 10am and 12noon for six to 11 year olds, and 1pm to 3pm for 11 to 16 year olds.

Youngsters aged between six and 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and enjoy practical learning at its best!

Each workshop costs £6 per person and must be booked in advance, as places are limited.

To find out more or to book your place now, call 01529 308710, visit http://www.thehubcentre.info/ or email info@thehubcentre.info

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For more information contact:

Barry Hepton, Head of Learning, 01529 308712

Linda Mellor, Marketing and Sales Manager, 01522 694353 01529 308717

Laura Meadows, Tourism Marketing Officer, 01529 308717


Tree I. D. for Families at Bourne Woods

30 Jul 09
Category: Bourne
Venue: Bourne Woods

Thursday 30th July

Tree I. D. for Families

Bourne Woods, south Lincolnshire

A fun and informative morning learning how to identify trees in summer, from their bark, leaves and other clues. Dress according to the weather and bring a drink.

Start/duration: 10.30am – 12.30pm

Meet at: Bourne Woods car park.

Cost: £3 per adult, £1 per child.

Booking: Essential. Please ring the Forestry Commission on 01780 444920 to book.

The entrance to Bourne Woods is signed of the A151 Bourne to Colsterworth road, about a mile west of Bourne town centre.


Forest Tots Nature Walk at Fineshade Woods

30 Jul 09
Category: General
Venue: Fineshade Woods

Thursday 30th July

Forest Tots Nature Walk

Top Lodge, Fineshade Woods, Northamptonshire

Join the ranger for a walk through Fineshade Wood, to learn about the plants and animals that make it their home.

Start/duration: 11am – 12.30pm.

Meet at: the courtyard.

Cost: £5 per adult, £2.50 per child. (Car parking charges apply).

Booking: Essential. Please ring the Forestry Commission on 01780 444920 to book.

Top Lodge is in the village of Fineshade, which is signposted off the A43 between Stamford and Corby.


Wrigglers at the Rec

30 Jul 09
Category: Stamford
Venue: Stamford Recreation Road

Between 11am and 1pm - build a Ladybird Hotel, Dig for Earthworms and much more.  Organised by Stamford Wildlife Watch for Primary School aged children, siblings and their carers.