Events for 23rd October 2024

Encouraging children to learn new skills, develop confidence and have a great time in a safe woodland environment. A typical day will involve fire lighting, campfire songs, stick carving, woodland detective games, shelter building, fireside jam doughnuts, sculptures, clay creature crafting and much more. Suitable for ages 6-11 years; further information and to booking online

An opportunity to improve outdoor practical photography amid the summer delights of Bowood’s magnificent gardens, with instruction and guidance from one of Britain’s top garden photographers, Clive Nichols.

Free admission for families during half-term (26 October – 3 November) and a ‘Fantastical Tails’ gallery trail inspired by the wonderful creatures and animals in Chila Burman and Paula Rego’s work; suitable for ages 6yrs+.

A celebration of all things autumnal including pumpkin patch Fur, Fangs, and Feathers scavenger hunt (28 Oct–1 Nov) to explore the zoo, hunt for hidden clues whilst learning all about some fascinating animals and native wildlife. Participants will receive a discount pumpkins purchased from the patch and win a family animal adoption of your choice. […]

Celebrating a journey through the diversity of American landscapes, history and culture in this contemporary, immersive experience, where visitors join in and share their own stories. There will be large-scale-travel games, theatrical sets, and an array of American road-trip memorabilia, as well a chance to get up close to an original 1958 Harley Davidson Duo […]

The Unforgettable Behaviour exhibition showcases 39 photographs from previous Wildlife Photographer of the Year collections, displaying some of the most incredible animal behaviour moments ever captured on camera. The photos show an extraordinary range of surprising, and often deeply moving, acts by animals. They have been chosen to allow visitors to connect with animals they […]

Explore the trail through the grounds picking up clues as you go to claim a prize.

Join in with some fun yoga with Laura from Go with tht Flow Yoga; suitable for ages 2-5 years and their parents/carers. Mats and props provided; spaces limited.

A free group for teens aged 13-18 years living in BANES offering a variety of activities to help young people relax and connect with nature. Activities include creative expression, mindful exercises, and gardening in a supportive environment to provide and opportunity to take a break from daily studies and stresses, engage with peers, and boost […]

Improve self-expression and motivation to help mental health and wellbeing while capturing great images and learning new skills. Sessions run 4-4:45pm (ages 8-10 years) and 4:45-5:30pm (ages 11-17 years).