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Two children on a wooden platform dipping nets into a pond which is surrounded by lush vegetation.

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Pond Dipping at Lorton Meadows

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Come and explore the underwater world of newts, water boatmen and diving beetles at one of our popular pond dipping sessions. Wet knees guaranteed.

Event details

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Date

Time
10:00am - 11:30am
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About the event

Join us on this family event at Lorton Meadows nature reserve for a morning dedicated to the fascinating world of pond life. We supply the nets, trays, and charts, you supply the kids. In small groups they will explore the underwater world of newts, water boatmen and diving beetles at our ever popular pond dipping sessions. The staff and volunteers will help you identify the bugs, beetles and other wildlife that are found.

Booking

Price

Tickets are charged at £4 per child, accompanying adults FREE.

Additional booking information

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.

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Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted
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Wheelchair access

Yes
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What to bring

Bring what you need (hats, coats, drinking water etc) and wear clothing appropriate to weather on the day i.e old clothing, wellingtons, footwear with grip etc.

Please be aware that the pond dipping platform can become wet, slippery and muddy so wear old clothing, wellingtons and footwear with grip etc.

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Parking information

Free parking is available on site.
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Bicycle parking

Yes
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Facilities

Toilets
Picnic area
Baby changing facilities

Contact us

Dorset Wildlife Trust
Contact number: 01305 206191
Contact email: chesilbeach@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk