The much loved Woodland Wonders children’s activities are back on 6, 7, 8 and 9 August 2024. The activity starts by meeting at St Michael & All Angels Church. This year the theme is ancient Egypt!

The sessions are organised through local charity Breathing Space and all the sessions are led by a Witton Gilbert resident who is a Level 3 Forest school qualified facilitator.

The sessions are free, and optional donations are very welcome. Spaces are very limited – booking in advance is essential see below.

All children under 8 years of age need to be accompanied by an adult. Activities are outdoor and you should dress ready for the weather. No dogs please.

Woodland Wonders can include:

• Explore the woodland and churchyard
• Play active outdoor games
• Discover local wildlife
• Learn simple green woodwork skills
• Make crafts from natural materials
• Listen to stories around the campfire

When and where

• Tuesday 6 August 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm “Little Wonders” for children aged 2-5 years.
• Wednesday 7 or Thursday 8 August, 10am-3pm ages 6-12 years.
• Friday 9 August 10am-3pm. Age 2-12 years. Woodland Wonders with Children’s Hopes and Dreams CHAD local children’s group.

How to book

Book directly at https://www.trybooking.com/uk/eventlist/breathingspace or email info@breathingspace.org.uk.

Places are very limited and booking is essential. All children must be registered using a consent form, which must be completed in advance: “This form will give us the information we need to run the session safely and support all the children, and includes vital information such as emergency contacts, allergies, and photo consent.  Please help us to run safe sessions by completing this form if you intend to bring a child to Woodland Wonders and have not done so this year.”