OUTDOOR FUN
Get out this Easter
Spring is in the air,
teeming with the promise
of emerging wildlife and
plants – and there are lots
of events and activities
celebrating nature this
Easter in Walpole Park.
And fun to be had at
Gunnersbury Park, too.
Why not treat your family,
Dan Stephens asks?
T
he Rickyard Centre in
Walpole Park, in Ealing, is
playing host to an array of
outdoor, art and educational
events in the coming weeks – from
woodland walks and nature spotting
to crafts and climbing. It is perfect for
families and children looking for fun
and learning over the holidays.
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around ealing April/May 2019
Walpole Park’s Easter holiday
highlights include:
n Forest school – youngsters can try their
hand at fire lighting, shelter building,
bug hunting, games and wood whittling
n Park
is my Playground – there are
plenty of trees and natural furniture
dotted around Walpole Park and
children will be able to take part in
obstacle courses, tree trunk climbing
and balancing – and much more
n Living Medicine Walk – families can
learn about how we can live and eat
more naturally and there will be plenty
of advice on hand from an expert on
this guided walk
n Bees, Birds and Bugs – learn how
to attract wildlife to your garden by
making bug hotels and bird feeders
n Pond dipping – where children can
learn about the insects, bugs and
aquatic life that call the park home
n Brilliant birds – find out about the
array of feathered friends living in the