Easter time is approaching

As Easter is approaching us in just a few weeks time why not use the Easter Holidays to do something fun as a family. There are lots of local activities going on:

Make an Easter Basket at Brockholes Nature reserve

Various dates
10.00am - 12.00 noon & then 1.00pm - 3.00pm
£3.50 per item, pay on the door
Come along and weave your own Easter Basket to fill with chocolate treats. They make a fantastic Easter gift too!
There is no need to book, just come along! This is a very popular activity, so we advise you to get here early. Mornings are usually quieter than afternoons.
We may get a little messy, so come dressed with that in mind!
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Car parking charges apply.


Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston New Road, Samlesbury
Preston
PR5 0AG

Phone: 01772 872 000

Easter Xplorer Challenge

 

Various dates

Explore Brockholes, find the Easter themed markers, complete the challenge, have fun together!

Brought to you in partnership with British Orienteering, Xplorer is the perfect outdoor activity to get the whole family outside in the fresh air together!

There are certificates for those completing the challenge along with a chocolate Easter treat!

We have two courses available:

Challenge 1 - The markers you need to find are located on or next to surfaced paths and is pram friendly. The markers are in number order and form a circular route and is perfect for those who are new to Brockholes or to orienteering or those with younger children. The markers are Easter themed.

Challenge 2 - The course represents more of a challenge and you will need to use your navigation skills to track down the markers located across the reserve! Not suitable for prams. These markers are not Easter themed.

No need to book, just pick up your map pack from the Welcome Centre located on our floating Visitor Village from 10.00am - 12.00 noon and from 1.00pm - 3.00pm.

Map packs are £3.00 and include a map (either challenge 1 or challenge 2), an answer sheet, a Brockholes pencil and on completion, a certificate, sticker and a sweet treat!

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Please come dressed for the weather conditions wearing sturdy footwear. This is an outdoor activity.

Car parking charges apply.

 

 

Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston New Road, Samlesbury
Preston
PR5 0AG

Phone: 01772 872 000

 

Lambing Live at Mrs Dowsons

 

One of Mrs Dowsons Farm's most exciting events of the year is back again - Lambing Live will take place from 3rd March 2018.

 

With lambs being born throughout the month, you’ll be able to see all of the action and hopefully, welcome a brand new life to the world.

 

As we get ready to open for Spring 2018, we will be welcoming hundreds of lambs to the farm during our busy Lambing Live spring event.​

 

There are opportunities to feed the lambs, listen to talks about the animals and pet some of the small animals such as rabbits.

 

This would be a perfect learning oportunity as our children will have been learning about different animals for the Spring Term.

 

Hawkshaw Farm, Longsight Road, Clayton-le-Dale, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 7JA

 

Email:

Tel: 01254 812407

 

 

 

Easter Fair at Witton Park

 

The Blackburn Easter Fun Fair is back at Witton Country Park for 2018 from Friday, 23rd March until Sunday, 8th April. A great day of fun for all the family.

Enjoy the Waltzer, Dodgems, Tagada, Twister, Rock Rage, Superstar, Bounce, Miami Trip, Fun House, Kids Caterpillar Coaster, Helter Skelter and many more. Fun for all the family!

Lancashire's biggest bank holiday fun fair!

Witton Country Park
Preston Old Road
Blackburn
Lancashire
BB2 2TP


Easter Holidays with Betsy Bumblebee

Betsy Bumblebee is back again for more family fun over Easter, with a brand new tale!  Enjoy crafts, treasure hunts and original stories in a 14th Century Hall.
The activities are suitable for children aged 3 – 11 years old, please be aware that children will need to be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.  The cost is £6 per child.  We strongly recommend you book tickets online (via the link below) as we cannot guarantee a space if you turn up on the day!
There are sessions on :
Monday 26th March, Tuesday 27th March, Wednesday 28th March, Thursday 29th March
Monday 2nd April, Tuesday 3rd April, Wednesday 4th April, Thursday 5th April
Monday 9th April, Tuesday 10th April, Wednesday 11th April, Thursday 12th April
Timings:
10:30am: Storytelling with Betsy in the Chapel
11:15am: Free time for children to do their craft and the treasure hunt (this can take as much time as you need!)
Don’t forget to visit the Mayflower playground and play trail in the woods, as well as our small animals and Bee Centre.
There is no charge for parking and entry to the Hall & grounds is completely free.

Samlesbury Hall • Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston, PR5 0UP
• T: 01254 812010 •  E: enquiries@samlesburyhall.co.uk

Whatever you get up to these Easter Holidays please send us pictures of your child to a.halstead@stmarysblackburn.ac.uk these will be shared with your child's key worker and added to their Learning Journal.