Woodland stories and crafts for families

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Join us on a walk around the woods where we have set up areas to relax with your family and enjoy local stories and woodland crafts.

Bring a packed lunch and take a moment to sit back and enjoy the singing birds.

Cost: Recommended donation £5.00 per family

To attend, you must reserve a place in advance via the Cumbria Wildlife Trust website. Click on BOOK for information about this event via its website.

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