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THE MERL FAMILY EVENT: A BUG’S LIFE

LEARN ABOUT BUGS AND ENJOY THE WONDERFUL OUTDOORS!
August 10, 2018 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

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Date:
August 10, 2018
Time:
2 1.5 hour sessions
Cost:
£3
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Venue

The Museum of English Rural Life
The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road
Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom + Google Map
Bug craft made from brightly coloured card tied to a branch in the MERL garden

JOIN US FOR A MORNING OF BUG EXPLORATION AND THEMED CRAFT ACTIVITIES IN THE MERL GARDEN 

SESSIONS ARE SUITABLE FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGED 3 – 11* AND WILL INCLUDE:

  • a bug trail
  • Trying out bug catching and viewing equipment
  • Bug-themed crafts
  • A visit from a local bee-keeper
  • Outdoor play (for under-7s, similar to the MERL’s Friday Fledglings)

* some activities will be more suitable for younger or older children.

Choose from a 1.5 hour session at 10:30am – 12pm or 12:30pm – 2pm (second session is a repeat of the first). Book preferred session via Eventbrite.

£3 per participating child, Adults free

All children must be accompanied by an adult and we encourage parents/carers to assist with all activities.
As some of the activities are outdoors, please ensure you dress for the weather. Picnics are welcome!

OTHER SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT THE MERL

Summer Holidays at The MERL
Second Sunday Craft Drop-In
The MERL Family Picnic