Almost time for our Sparkle in the Park!

And this year we have music too, as the

BRASS BUTTONS DUO

will be playing jolly seasonal tunes

that we can all jingle along to!

Another FREE family event, everyone welcome.

Join us making jam jar lanterns, decorations

and jingle bells under the gazebos beside

the Galleon Play Area / Green Gym Station 3.

All materials provided (but bring a jam jar if you want).

Children must bring an adult to share the fun with.

The Rio Grande Miniature Railway will be running,

all decorated for Christmas.

Hot and cold drinks will be on sale at the Station.

 

ACTIVITIES START AT 3.30 p.m.

WALK THROUGH THE CANDLELIT WOODLAND WALK

AT 4.30 p.m.

Further details: 01305772075

Lodmoor Ahoy!

Sunday 6th April 2014

  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.

New for this year -

the RSPB is joining us with their stall of activities

and wildlife information!

 

This is the third "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

Table Top Sale of Children's Goods

We've spent all our funds on ANOTHER bird's nest swing for the children's play area, so it's time to start fundraising again.  Our next Table Top Sale of Good Quality Children's Goods will be on

Saturday 29th March from 2 p.m. to 4.p.m.

at St. Aldhelm's Church Centre, Spa Road, Weymouth

Tables cost £5 each, and can be booked by contacting:



01305 789066  / 07759609364 or emailing cgilbride2717@gmail.com

 

Come along to sell your unwanted children's items (toys, books, games, clothes, baby gear, small furniture) or to find a quality bargain.

FREE entry for buyers, refreshments (including homemade cakes) available.

 

 



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!