Sparkle in the Park!

SUNDAY 1st December 2013

Jazz up a jam jar, light up a light,
Come sparkling at Lodmoor as day turns to night.
Friends of all ages come walk in the dark,
As we welcome Christmas to our candlelit park.
Join The Friends of Lodmoor Country Park as they make jam jar lanterns, jingle bells & decorations before walking around the candlelit Woodland Walk in the December dark!
This is the fourth annual "Sparkle in the Park", a free event for everyone of any age. All materials are provided, although you are welcome to bring your own jars and tealights or contribute to the Friends' funds.
Children taking part can earn a golden token to swap for a chocolate treat at the Rio Grande Miniature Railway Station AND a coupon for a £1 train ride on the specially decorated train.
                            Hot & cold drinks and snacks will be available at the Railway Station.


3.30 p.m. Making jam jar lanterns.

4.30 p.m. Candlelit walk around the park.

Children must be accompanied by an adult, and under supervision at all times. Please remember to pay for a parking ticket. Toilets are situated in the main car park.

In The Swing!

Help the Friends of Lodmoor Country Park raise enough money
to buy another bird's nest swing
for the children's play area in the park.
 
These swings are suitable for all ages and abilities - from parents holding babies to grandparents sneaking a swing - and they are safe & accessible for those with disabilities too.
Our "Celebrate Your Space" event kicked off our fund-raising, with over £100 donated - The impressive model swing with collecting bucket attracted much attention.

The next event is our TABLE TOP SALE  specifically for
children's & baby goods:
  • Toys, books, good quality clothes, small items of furniture etc.;
  • Refreshments with home-made cakes;
  • Children's activity table.
This is on Saturday 26th October, 10.00 to 12 noon, at
St. Aldhelm's Church Hall, Spa Road.

To book a table for £5, tel. 01305 789066 / 07759609364 or email cfg@gilbride.plus.com

Donations for The Friends' Table are very welcome - Please phone 01305 750557

- Tip out the toy box -  Clear out the cupboards -
- Cash in for Christmas - Stock up for stockings -
And help buy a swing!

The bird's nest swing - fun for anyone!


Celebrate Your Space - Friends, Fun, Fitness!

 
Lodmoor Country Park
Children's Play Area / Gym Station 3
Saturday 21st September 2013
between 10.00 a.m. and 2.30 p.m.
Come and help the Friends of Lodmoor Country Park celebrate YOUR space, thanks to generous grants from Groundwork U.K., The Big Lottery Fund & Dorset Country Council's Local Sustainable Transport Fund.
 
Have a go at an activity, & earn yourself an activity wristband to swap for a slice of wood-fired pizza from the award-winning Jalopy Pizza* van.
Pedal on one of Urban Smoothies' bikes to make yourself a smoothie drink.*
Sample the famous flapjack from 5J's Café.*
 
There will be activities for all ages and interests, from a dance workshop for the over 50's, led by Activate Performing Arts, to RSPB Walks with "Wild About Weymouth & Portland" project leader Tom Clarke.
"Train with Charmaine" on the green gym & take home a free instruction card.
 
Challenge yourself to a game on the Pitch & Putt course (small charge £4 p.p.) & you could win one of our unique trophies:
- Classes for 6 - 11 year olds, 12 - 16 year olds,
Adults (17+) & for representatives of other Park Groups.
 
Follow the circuit on the Children's Wooden Gym  get a reward! (Accompanied children under 12 years old)
See what TravelDorset & Sustrans have to offer - free maps and info plus a Brompton Bike Challenge & children's activities.
Bring your bike for a  "Dr Bike's" free bike health check.
Go on a guided cycle ride (helmets required)
Look at what the RSPB has to offer - wildlife info & activities.
 
And to finish -
A Grand Family Parade of Scooters & Bikes!
Bling up your bike, jazz up your scooter, and join in, at 2 p.m.
 
Lots of FREE fun and giveaways* for participants.
*All giveaways & free refreshments subject to availability.
Jalopy Pizza served from 12noon until 2 p.m.
Details: 01305772075

LODMOOR AHOY! 2013

 Lodmoor Ahoy!
Saturday 6th April
  1.00 p.m. - 3.30 p.m. 
A Free Family Event
 
Come and explore and discover in Lodmoor Country Park!
A variety of activities for children from 3 to 12 years to encourage them and their families to get out and about in the park, taking a close look at the natural and man-made features while having fun together.
 
The Easter Bunny will have left some chocolate treats for those who play the "Hunt the Bunny" game, and every child gets a free raffle ticket in their activity pack; there are stickers and small treats for completing activities which range from Origami Magic to Plot the Spot and a Children's Green Gym Wildlife Quiz. Look for Lodmoor Bear and meet some other Lodmoor Country Park folk at the same time.
 
Refreshments will be on sale at the Pitch & Putt Hut, and at 5J's Cafe, where Friends of Lodmoor Country Park can show their membership cards for a special discount.
 
This is the second "Lodmoor Ahoy!" organised by the Friends of Lodmoor Country Park. You don't have to be a member to take part, but new members are always welcome; you can join on the day, for as little as £1 per household.
 
For more details of "Lodmoor Ahoy!" and to book places (not essential, but helpful!), ring 01305 772075