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THE HEARTWOOD PROJECT
We aim to provide unique nature based experiences and outdoor activities for all ages and abilities. A new and exciting project based in Baggeridge Country Park.
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Wednesday 5th April – Saturday 8th april 2023
10.00am – 3.00pm @ Baggeridge country park
THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED
HAPPY SPRING EVERYONE. Winter is finally (hopefully) behind us. The daffodils are up, the early blossom is out and the buds are peeping through. It’s time to get outdoors. We’re delighted to tell you about this years hugely popular Giant Easter egg hunt @baggeridge Country Park from 5th April to 8th April.
Pop your best bunny ears , wellies and waterproofs on and head along with all the family to join in the fun. Follow the map and trail (or easy access route) of eggs, chicks and bunnies around the beautiful surroundings of the park. Tick off your finds on your trail map while you search for all the items on your Spring Sensory Scavenger Hunt, see if you can solve the riddle that the East Bunny has set?
When you have completed the trial you can return to the bandstand where you collect your Easter egg. Why not join in with some Easter Crafts to finish the whole thing off? Craft activities start at just £1.00 each.
Priced at only £6.50 per child The Giant Easter egg hunt is pre-bookable through our website or by using the link below. What are you waiting for? Hop to it and book your time slot now. Price includes; Trail map, Pencil, Spring Sensory Scavenger Hunt, Easter Activity Sheet and an Easter egg at the end. *Shorter easy access trail also available.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING
- Car parking charges to the park apply, all day parking is £3.00
- All activities are based outdoors. Activities such as All Day Crafting and Natural Journal are outdoors but under cover of an outdoor shelter with open sides. Please be advised that you should cater for the unpredictable British weather and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. You should expect that you and your child will probably get dirty and or muddy. It’ll wash off!
- All events will go ahead if rain is forecast, however if high winds or thunder storms are forecast the event will be cancelled on safety grounds.
- Some events have limited spaces – walkups are welcome but to avoid disappointment please book early.
- All children must be accompanied and supervised for the enirety of the event by a responsible adult.
- You are welcome to bring your dog along and enjoy the fun however it’s advisable to keep your dog on a lead whilst registering for your activity pack and collecting your Easter Egg at the end from the bandstand as the car parks can get very busy.
- Some activities will involve walking through the woodland on waymarked pathways. Please be advised that pathways can be uneven in places so please wear sturdy footwear.
- The organisers of these activities do not accept any responsibility for personal injury or loss or damage to property whilst attending.
- The Heartwood Project operates a leave no trace policy, please pick up any rubbish and take it home with you or dispose of it in once of the litter bins provided.
- Activities should be booked through The Heartwood Project website, staff working for/at Baggeridge Country Park cannot take bookings for activities.
- Some activities may overrun. We will endeavour to finish on time, but as activities involve children of all ages some flexability on finish times should be expected.
- Moon Walk – This walk will take in a walk to the Toposcope, so is probably unsuitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs and for those wih limited mobility. We can not guarantee seeing the full moon. If you wish to bring a tourch please do so, but please be aware there will be points during the walk where we will be switching all torches off.
- Activities are suitable for children of all ages approx 3-10. If you are unsure if an event is suitable for your child please do not hesitate to contact Gaynor on 07966 700 387
*Walkups are welcome but pre-booking is advisable to avoid disappointment on the day as there are limited time slots per hour.
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PARTY PACKAGES
Are you looking for a childrens party with a difference?
Our outdoor parties offer the opportunity to tailor a woodland party to suit your needs. We can offer bushcraft activities, forest crafts, den building, messy play, adventure, map reading, fairy tea parties, woodland dinosaur picnics, tree climbing all accompanied with a campfire to toast marshmallows, make popcorn or delicious s’mores.
If you childs birthday happens to fall in one of the cooler months, we can provide shelter, fires and hot chocolate to keep everyone warm and cosy. If you prefer we can host an indoor woodland party with den building, crafts and games to suit your needs.
FOREST CRAFT
ADVENTURE
PARKING
DEN BUILDING
MAP READING
PICNIC AREA
MESSY PLAY
CAMP FIRES
REFRESHMENTS
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All about The Heartwood Project
Welcome to The Heartwood Project, based in Baggeridge Country Park in the West Midlands, UK. We aim to provide unique nature based experiences for all ages and abilities. This new and exciting creative project provides activities, workshops, events and children’s parties that all have a focus on the outdoors and the natural world, encouraging everyone to step outside and explore.
At the Heartwood Project our aim is to help people to re-connect and re-engage with the beautiful nautral world around us with a priority to reach as many individuals as possible to access the benefits that nature can offer us, both with your physical and mental health.
Launching in 2022 will be our full website with a full calender of events and activities for you to come along to.
EXCITING EASTER ACTIVITIES FOR 2022 to BE ANNOUNCED SOON.
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THE HEARTWOOD PROJECT
Thank you for taking the time to find out a little bit more about The Heartwood Project. If you would like to find out more about our seasonal workshops and events please contact Gaynor.
Gaynor Langford
Call: 07966 700 387
Email: events@heartwoodproject.co.uk