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Bug Hunt Extraordinaire!

About Bug Hunt Extraordinaire!

Root about in the undergrowth, sweep net in the long grass and see what mini-beasts you can find.

Finish the session by making your own mini-beast to take home.

How to get there:

Bug Hunt Extraordinaire! starts at Discovery Centre in Wistlandpound. Barnstaple, Ilfracombe, Lynton, and Blackmoor Gate are the nearest towns or villages.

Travelling on the A39 between Barnstaple and Lynton or the A399 from Ilfracome/Combe Martin, at Blackmoor Gate junction take the A399 towards South Molton. After 3/4 miles turn right (signposted Wistlandpound reservoir) and follow for 1 mile to find carpark on the left.

OS Grid Reference: SS639416
Postcode EX31 4SJ (for satnav purposes)
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

What's on in Wistlandpound

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Mini beast hunt
Type of Event:
recreational, wildlife/nature, guided and children
Date:
Thursday 8 April 2010
Thursday 3 June 2010
Time:
10.00am - 12.00pm (ages 4-8 years)
2.00pm-4.00pm (ages 8-12 years)
Age Group:
Morning session - ages 4-8 years
Afternoon session - ages 8-12 years
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Cost of Event:
£6 per child. Accompanying adults go free.
Easy Access:
Meeting Place:
Discovery Centre
Clothing Required:
Dress for the weather, and wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Bring sunscreen and a hat if it is sunny.
Booking Required:
Essential.
Dogs Allowed:
No

Contact:

Discover Wistlandpound
Discovery Centre
01598 763706