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  • Dawn chorus with breakfast

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    Set your alarm early and get ready to enjoy the dawn chorus at Bere Marsh Farm, on our guided tour led by birding expert John Lockwood. Immerse yourself in the […]

    £10
  • Love your aquarium? Visit the Oceanarium this May half term!

    Oceanarium Bournemouth Oceanarium, Bournemouth

    Looking for somewhere to visit with the family, this May half term? Visit the Oceanarium and take an awe-inspiring underwater voyage, above and below the waves! The Oceanarium is a […]

  • Discovering bats

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    Let's see how many bat species we can discover on this exciting bat walk at Bere Marsh Farm. Led by guest expert Mariko Whyte from the Dorset Bat Group, you'll […]

    £10
  • Creative workshop: collage in nature

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    Dorset artist Deb Chisman is back for another art based creative workshop 'Collage in nature', set in the beautiful surroundings of Bere Marsh Farm in Shillingstone, Dorset. Join us on […]

    £60
  • Creative workshop: Stencil printed daisy tote bag

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    Join us for a morning of floral creativity with Melanie Ward in the beautiful surroundings of Bere Marsh Farm in Shillingstone, Dorset. Learn how to print onto fabric, using pre-mixed […]

    £55
  • Marvellous moths and beautiful butterflies

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    Discover an array of moths and butterflies in the beautiful surroundings of Bere Marsh Farm in Shillingstone, Dorset. Moth expert Jack Oughton, will open the moth traps set out around […]

    £10
  • River Stour nature walk

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    The ideal activity to keep the kids entertained during the holidays: come and enjoy a free guided nature walk at beautiful Bere Marsh Farm and see how we carry out […]

    Free
  • Fungi foray

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    ed by expert Andy Knott, we'll explore a variety of habitats as we search for the many species of fungi on the farm. Andy will help identify what we find […]

    £10
  • Autism Friendly Day at Monkey World

    Monkey World opens an hour early at 9am, exclusively for visitors with autism and their families. Sensory trails, a calm room, and drop-In room for support all ensure that Monkey […]

  • Creatures of the Night Guided Walk

    Avon Heath Country Park Brocks Pine, St. Leonards and St. Ives

    As darkness falls across the heath join the rangers and our experts for an enchanting evening meander to discover the mysterious animals that begin to stir at dusk, including bats, […]

    £5.50 – £7.50
  • National Marine Week: Rockpool Ramble at Kimmeridge

    The Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre, Kimmeridge Kimmeridge Bay, Kimmeridge

    This National Marine Week, join us for a guided walk along the beach at low tide to discover what fascinating seashore wildlife can be spotted in Kimmeridge Bay, the best […]

    £6.00
  • National Marine Week: Kimmeridge Seashore Challenge

    The Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre, Kimmeridge Kimmeridge Bay, Kimmeridge

    Are you a crab or a starfish? This National Marine Week come along to Kimmeridge Bay and complete a series of seashore challenges to achieve your starfish, octopus or crab […]

    £6.00