Kids get to go wild for free at Exeter park

Kids get to go wild for free at Exeter park

Fergal Jasper

Devon Wildlife Trust invites families to go wild on Wednesdays throughout August at a popular Exeter park.

Devon Wildlife Trust is staging a series of ‘family fun days’ at Mincinglake Valley Park over consecutive Wednesdays in August.

Each event will feature a different nature-themed activity and will inspire families to discover the wildlife which makes its home in the urban green space.

The events are free and take place on Wednesday 9th, 16th and 23rd August from 10.30am till 12.30pm.

The family fun days are being run thanks to support from Players of People’s Postcode Lottery. They form part of Devon Wildlife Trust’s ongoing work encouraging children and their families to get outdoors to explore, learn and enjoy nature in the city.

Devon Wildlife Trust’s Emily Bacon runs the People’s Postcode Project in Exeter. Emily said:

“There are different family fun activities each week from bug hunting to nature art. The activities will be aimed at all ages, so bring the whole family along and enjoy family time together outdoors. If the weather smiles on us, why not bring a picnic for afterwards too?”

The events will take place near Sylvania Community Hall, close to the Stoke Hill road entrance and car park, Mincinglake Valley Park.

Visitors are encouraged to walk or cycle, though some parking will be available. Young people under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Mincinglake Valley Park is one of six Valley Parks managed by Devon Wildlife Trust on behalf of Exeter City Council.

Find  out more about these events on our what's on page.