Rachel Scopes
Bug Hunting at Lorton Meadows
Location: Lorton Meadows Conservation Centre ,
Lorton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset , DT3 5QH
Lorton Meadows Conservation Centre ,
Lorton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset , DT3 5QHCome and explore the fascinating world of beetles, centipedes, spiders and worms at our popular bug hunting session. Muddy knees guaranteed.
Event details
About the event
Join us on this family event at Lorton Meadows nature reserve for a morning dedicated to the fascinating world of minibeasts. We supply the nets, trays and charts, you supply the kids. In the shade of our nearby woodland they can explore the fascinating world of beetles, centipedes, spiders and worms at our popular bug hunting session. The staff and volunteers will help you identify the bugs, beetles and other wildlife that are found.
This event is suitable for families with children from 4 to 15 yrs old. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Booking
Price
Tickets are charged at £4 per child, accompanying adults FREE.Please book a ticket for all members of your party.
Additional booking information
BOOKING ESSENTIAL via Eventbrite only.Event runs 10:00 a.m. - 11:30p.m.
If coming by public transport the number 10 bus runs regularly between Weymouth and Dorchester with the nearest bus stop at Nottington Lane. If travelling from Dorchester nearest stop is Broadwey Methodist Church. It is then approximately a 10-15 minute walk to the centre via Dorchester Rd then Lorton Lane.
If coming by train the nearest station is at Upwey followed by approximately 20 minute walk via Dorchester Rd then Lorton Lane.