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Bedgebury National Arboretum Events 2007
GENERAL EVENTS
Saturday 17 November - Autumn Birds of the Pinetum. 10am - 12 noon. Join Geoff Orton for a walk round the Pinetum to identify some of the many birds that inhabit Bedgebury all year round and some of the winter migrants. Price £8.00 per person. Not suitable for children under 8. Book at the Visitor Centre or on 01580 879820. Please ensure that you have suitable clothing and footwear.
Sunday 9 December – Marie Curie Cancer Care Tree of Lights. 3pm. Come to Bedgebury to sing carols round the Christmas Tree at the Visitor Centre in celebration of life. Get into the festive spirit at the same time as helping those less fortunate than you. No admission fee for event but normal parking charges apply.
Wednesday 26 December - Boxing Day Walk. 11am - 1pm. The Friends of Bedgebury have their annual family event every Boxing Day with a guided tour of the Pinetum followed by mince pies and mulled wine at the Visitor Centre. Feel virtuous after the excesses of Christmas Day! Please call 01580 879820 for details and to book your place.
CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Sunday 2 December - National Tree Week. . 10am - 12 nnon (4-6yrs). 1pm - 3pm (7-12yrs). £5 per young person. From tree to card. A sensory experience close up with trees, then indoors to make a Christmas Tree card.Numbers limited to 20 per session. Pre-booking essential.
To book, please contact Visitor Services on 01580 879820
or visit the Information Office
REGULAR EVENTS
Try Nordic Walking >>NEW<<
Our Nordic Walking sessions are continuing till the end of December. We offer beginners the opportunity to try this new activity by participating in one of our workshops. Workshops consist of two 1.5 hr sessions. Once you have completed this you can join in the Sunday morning walks which are a fun and social way to practise your Nordic Walking Technique, with a qualified instructor on hand for assistance.
Nordic Walking is fitness walking, using specially designed poles. It is an intensification of normal walking, with the swing of the arms and the powerful placement of the poles creating a full body workout. It is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK and a great way to take exercise regardless of age, gender or current fitness levels.
Workshops (two x 1.5 hours) cost £30; the Sunday morning walks (1hour) cost just £6. Nordic Walking poles will be provided. All you need is lots of enthusiasm and an interest in learning more. Booking is essential on 01580 879820
Health Walks - Every Friday - 10am
Come along and join our friendly group every Friday morning at 10am. Spend between 1 and 2 hours walking through Bedgebury enjoying the sights, sounds and smells whilst getting fit. No experience required and you will be encouraged to walk at your own pace. Wheelchair users welcome.
No booking required, please meet at the visitor centre. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
Volunteer Walk leaders
We are looking to build a small group of volunteers who are available to help us lead Health Walks at Bedgebury.
Walks last between 1 and 2 hours and currently run every Friday morning. The walks are aimed at all abilities, which includes wheelchair and mobility vehicle users.
You do not have to be available every week, just be able to let us know when you are free.
All training will be provided. Volunteers will receive a FREE standard Friends of Bedgebury membership.
For more information please call Kathryn on 01580 211044 or email kathryn.bone@forestry.gsi.gov.uk.
What's of interest
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL for all events - even free ones. All events except the Forest Tours concerts can be booked via the Visitor Centre on 01580 879820 (office hours)
Please see below (centre) for an outline Programme Of Events for 2007
Would you like to stage your own event at Bedgebury? if so, it is essential to contact the Events Manager at least six weeks prior to the event - 01580 211044 ext 225
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest
Parks Gardens and Woodlands in Kent
Saturday 17 November - Autumn Birds of the Pinetum. 10am - 12 noon. Join Geoff Orton for a walk round the Pinetum to identify some of the many birds that inhabit Bedgebury all year round and some of the winter migrants. Price £8.00 per person. Not suitable for children under 8. Book at the Visitor Centre or on 01580 879820. Please ensure that you have suitable clothing and footwear.
Sunday 9 December – Marie Curie Cancer Care Tree of Lights. 3pm. Come to Bedgebury to sing carols round the Christmas Tree at the Visitor Centre in celebration of life. Get into the festive spirit at the same time as helping those less fortunate than you. No admission fee for event but normal parking charges apply.
Wednesday 26 December - Boxing Day Walk. 11am - 1pm. The Friends of Bedgebury have their annual family event every Boxing Day with a guided tour of the Pinetum followed by mince pies and mulled wine at the Visitor Centre. Feel virtuous after the excesses of Christmas Day! Please call 01580 879820 for details and to book your place.
CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Sunday 2 December - National Tree Week. . 10am - 12 nnon (4-6yrs). 1pm - 3pm (7-12yrs). £5 per young person. From tree to card. A sensory experience close up with trees, then indoors to make a Christmas Tree card.Numbers limited to 20 per session. Pre-booking essential.
To book, please contact Visitor Services on 01580 879820
or visit the Information Office
REGULAR EVENTS
Try Nordic Walking >>NEW<<
Our Nordic Walking sessions are continuing till the end of December. We offer beginners the opportunity to try this new activity by participating in one of our workshops. Workshops consist of two 1.5 hr sessions. Once you have completed this you can join in the Sunday morning walks which are a fun and social way to practise your Nordic Walking Technique, with a qualified instructor on hand for assistance.
Nordic Walking is fitness walking, using specially designed poles. It is an intensification of normal walking, with the swing of the arms and the powerful placement of the poles creating a full body workout. It is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK and a great way to take exercise regardless of age, gender or current fitness levels.
Workshops (two x 1.5 hours) cost £30; the Sunday morning walks (1hour) cost just £6. Nordic Walking poles will be provided. All you need is lots of enthusiasm and an interest in learning more. Booking is essential on 01580 879820
Health Walks - Every Friday - 10am
Come along and join our friendly group every Friday morning at 10am. Spend between 1 and 2 hours walking through Bedgebury enjoying the sights, sounds and smells whilst getting fit. No experience required and you will be encouraged to walk at your own pace. Wheelchair users welcome.
No booking required, please meet at the visitor centre. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
Volunteer Walk leaders
We are looking to build a small group of volunteers who are available to help us lead Health Walks at Bedgebury.
Walks last between 1 and 2 hours and currently run every Friday morning. The walks are aimed at all abilities, which includes wheelchair and mobility vehicle users.
You do not have to be available every week, just be able to let us know when you are free.
All training will be provided. Volunteers will receive a FREE standard Friends of Bedgebury membership.
For more information please call Kathryn on 01580 211044 or email kathryn.bone@forestry.gsi.gov.uk.
What's of interest
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL for all events - even free ones. All events except the Forest Tours concerts can be booked via the Visitor Centre on 01580 879820 (office hours)
Please see below (centre) for an outline Programme Of Events for 2007
Would you like to stage your own event at Bedgebury? if so, it is essential to contact the Events Manager at least six weeks prior to the event - 01580 211044 ext 225
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest
Parks Gardens and Woodlands in Kent
