Bug Lab 2026 at Rushmere #2
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**SOLD OUT** A second chance for you and your children to hunt for minibeasts together at Rushmere.
Enter the wonderful world of minibeasts, take a closer look to discover tiny creatures on our sites and be inspired to look at home on your doorstep. Aimed at families (no previous experience or knowledge is required) or those wishing to improve their ID skills. The Greensand Trust staff will be joined by members of the Natural History Society who will share knowledge of wildlife. There will be equipment and guides you can borrow, microscopes to look more closely and lots of tips.
Location: car park charges apply, the event will take place on the bottom meadow near the causeway, please park near the visitor centre and walk down using the footpath. If the weather is suitable (not wet), parking will be possible in the bottom meadow but payment must be made at the Visitor Centre before leaving.
- Booking essential - no turn ups on the day please!
- Tickets £3 per child (parking charges will apply)
- All children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not suitable for under 5s (underage siblings are welcome to accompany you and do not require a ticket but we ask that they do not participate)
- Please wear long sleeves, trousers, and suitable footwear
- Outdoor event with little shelter
- No dogs please
- Stay for as long as you like during session
- While equipment and guides are provided, the session involves group work and sharing of materials
- Please note there will be a short walk to the activity area and the event takes place away from the facilities at the visitor centre
Places are limited so you'll need to book - accompanying adults are free of charge so you only need to buy a ticket for each child taking part £3.
Enter the wonderful world of minibeasts, take a closer look to discover tiny creatures on our sites and be inspired to look at home on your doorstep. Aimed at families (no previous experience or knowledge is required) or those wishing to improve their ID skills. The Greensand Trust staff will be joined by members of the Natural History Society who will share knowledge of wildlife. There will be equipment and guides you can borrow, microscopes to look more closely and lots of tips.
Location: car park charges apply, the event will take place on the bottom meadow near the causeway, please park near the visitor centre and walk down using the footpath. If the weather is suitable (not wet), parking will be possible in the bottom meadow but payment must be made at the Visitor Centre before leaving.
- Booking essential - no turn ups on the day please!
- Tickets £3 per child (parking charges will apply)
- All children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not suitable for under 5s (underage siblings are welcome to accompany you and do not require a ticket but we ask that they do not participate)
- Please wear long sleeves, trousers, and suitable footwear
- Outdoor event with little shelter
- No dogs please
- Stay for as long as you like during session
- While equipment and guides are provided, the session involves group work and sharing of materials
- Please note there will be a short walk to the activity area and the event takes place away from the facilities at the visitor centre
Places are limited so you'll need to book - accompanying adults are free of charge so you only need to buy a ticket for each child taking part £3.
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Where is it happening?
Linslade Road, Heath and Reach, LU7 0EB Heath and Reach, United Kingdom, Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom
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Host or PublisherRushmere Country Park
