Autumn Half Term at Lorton Meadows

This half term you can keep the whole family busy at Lorton Meadows, as Dorset Wildlife Trust is holding a host of events for autumn. There are activities to keep everyone entertained at the Weymouth nature reserve, from building a bird feeder to conservation tasks.

Sam Dallimore, People and Wildlife Officer at Dorset Wildlife Trust, said: “It’s a fantastic time of year to get out in the wild, so while the kids are off, why not get the whole family involved in wildlife for the week? They’ve seen it on BBC’s Autumnwatch, now let them see the real thing in Weymouth’s beautiful Lorton Valley.”

The events on this half term are:

Wednesday 27th October- Caterpillar Kids- Feed the birds 10am-2pm
Just for the kids this half term - make your own bird feeder to take home, join in games, art and craft with the People and Wildlife Officer and learn how to feed the garden birds this winter. £1.50 per child. No unaccompanied children, please.

Thursday 28th October- Young Peoples’ Conservation Task 10.30am- 3pm
For 12-16 Year olds to really make a difference for Dorset ­ a practical day of conservation work with Dorset Wildlife Trust. Tools, gloves and drinks supplied. Wear warm clothes and bring a packed lunch.

Fri 29th October- Caterpillar Kids- Beast, Bugs, and Slugs 10.30am-12.30pm
Discover the beasts, bugs and slimy slugs of Lorton Meadows! Will also include games, arts and crafts with the People and Wildlife Officer. £1.50 per child. No unaccompanied children, please.

Lorton Meadows Visitor Centre is at Lorton Lane, Upwey, Weymouth, DT3 5QH. For more information, please ring Dorset Wildlife Trust at Lorton Meadows on 01305 816546. For the full list of Dorset Wildlife Trust events, visit www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/events.html.

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For more information please contact Sam Dallimore at Dorset Wildlife Trust on 01305 816546
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About Dorset Wildlife Trust www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk
Dorset Wildlife Trust was founded in 1961 to protect the wildlife and natural habitats of the county and now has over 25,000 members and manages over 40 nature reserves. Most are open daily and there are visitor centres providing a wealth of wildlife information at Brooklands Farm, Lorton Meadows, Kingcombe Meadows and Brownsea Island Nature Reserves, The Purbeck Marine Wildlife Reserve and the Urban Wildlife Centre at Upton Heath Nature Reserve.

The largest voluntary nature conservation organisation in Dorset, DWT plays a key role in dealing with local environmental issues. It leads the way in establishing the practices of sustainable development and engaging new audiences in conservation, particularly in the urban areas.