October Half Term Family Workshops

*ALL WORKSHOPS ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED*

We are running two different autumn-inspired nature and art family workshops this October half term. Please see below for more details and booking information.

Wednesday 30th October - Mushrooms and Mice

Join Emily from Kentish Stour Countryside Partnership for a fun-filled session discovering some of nature’s autumnal activities at Godinton.

Morning workshop: 10am - 12:30pm

Afternoon workshop: 2pm - 4pm

We will start with a Monster Mushroom Hunt - a scavenger hunt around the Godinton Gardens searching for signs of our native fungi. You’ll have to keep a sharp eye out to find dead man’s fingers, jelly ear and stinkhorn (no actual mushroom touching will take place!).

After a hot drink and warm up, you will become Hazel’s Hideaway Helpers, where you will learn about some of the creatures that are getting ready to hibernate, and will make your very own felt dormouse, complete with a nest to take home.

This workshop is suitable for children aged 7 and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets cost £3 per child.

If you are bringing any children under the age of 4, please email education@godintonhouse.co.uk and let us know so that we can account for numbers.

A selection of hot and cold drinks will be provided. Please feel free to bring your own snacks.

Please note: at this time the gardens will not be open or visiting. This event will be held in the tearoom and will include a guided scavenger hunt around the gardens.

To book tickets, click here.

Thursday 31st October - Pumpkin Party

Join artist Becky Vincer for a spooktacular pumpkin-themed Halloween crafting party - fancy dress is optional but encouraged!

Workshop Timings: 10am - 12:30pm

During the workshop, you will make giant leggy pumpkin hanging decorations and no-sew sock pumpkins. There will also be drinks, games and music to get you in the party mood.

This workshop is suitable for children aged 5 and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets cost £3 per child.

If you are bringing any children under the age of 4, please email education@godintonhouse.co.uk and let us know so that we can account for numbers.

A selection of hot and cold drinks will be provided. Please feel free to bring your own spooky snacks.

Please note: at this time the gardens will not be open for visiting. This event will be held in the tearoom in the main house.

To book tickets, click here.