May Little Larks

Event date:
28th May 2022
Time:
10:30
Location:
The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre

Bring your little ones along to enjoy the wonder of outdoor play, nurtured by nature and supported by an experienced Forest School leader at this incredible site in the heart of Northumberland National Park.

Each of our monthly family Forest School events will be inspired by the exhibitions in the Sill, include take-away nature crafts, exploratory free play with mud kitchens, treasure hunts and adventures in our dedicated Forest School site. We also include a complimentary tea and coffee for parents and treats prepared on the fire for the whole family.

Full day free parking for all ticket holders. If you’d like to extend your stay at the Sill you can also enjoy a discount on The Sill’s activity trail kits and worksheets, spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful landscapes near the Sill, hidden fairy trails and their brand new outdoor play park.

These sessions are for families and under 6s (or near enough!)

Tickets cost £5 per person (i.e per Child and per Parent/Guardian) - there's no cost for siblings under 1.

Book your tickets for May Little Larks here.

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Stuff you need to know

We go ahead with our sessions in sunshine, rain, snow…but may have to cancel if the winds are too high. This is to keep everyone safe, if we need to cancel, we will be in touch as soon as we can confirm on the morning of the session to let you know.

Please see here for details on how to travel to the Sill: https://www.thesill.org.uk/visit/

Please register your registration plate when you arrive at reception.

We’ll be there meet you at the entrance to the Sill at 10.30 and walk to the Forest School site together.

We recommend that you bring:

  • Waterproofs/protection from the sun – weather dependent
  • Warm layers – its often cooler in the woods
  • Spare socks and spare trousers – in case you get wet/muddy
  • Drinking water
  • Snacks – if needed
  • Please also wear, sensible shoes and long trousers.

COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES:

  • Our Covid-19 Policy, Procedures and Risk Assessment are available on our website.
  • We will provide hand cleaning facilities at our woodland site.
  • We will have hand cleaning routines that are more often than usual.
  • We will promote good hygiene by promoting ‘catch it, bin it, kill it’.
  • Frequently touched surfaces will be cleaned often and contact of shared equipment will be minimised.
  • Our sessions will be held outside, reducing the risk of transmission.