An animal sanctuary near Chard is set to host a wildlife day packed with nature-themed activities.
Ferne Animal Sanctuary will welcome visitors to its 72-acre site on Monday, May 25, for a full day of family-friendly events to celebrate UK wildlife and the great outdoors.
The schedule includes talks by the chairman of the Somerset Moth Group, who will introduce visitors to a variety of nocturnal insects and their habitats, as well as a hands-on pond dipping session to explore freshwater minibeasts.
Amy Rendell, corporate and events officer at Ferne Animal Sanctuary, said: "This is a lovely time of year to visit the sanctuary – everything is green, budding and full of life, and with the warmer weather, many of our animals are choosing to spend more time out in the open, so it’s a great opportunity to see our residents at their most active.
"The ticket price includes access to the sanctuary for the day, giving visitors plenty of time to relax and enjoy the day at their own pace.
"Alongside the themed activities, there is plenty of space to roam, play, and explore, and our on-site café Perdidas will be open all day for those looking to enjoy a delicious treat as part of a day out."
Visitors can also take part in wildlife-themed arts and crafts and a smartphone photography workshop led by professional gardening photographer Andrea Duncan.
Running from 10.30am to 12.30pm, the workshop costs £45 per person and will cover the technical and creative principles of outdoor photography, with guidance on editing images.
Spaces are limited and should be pre-booked, with more information available at ferneanimalsanctuary.org/product-category/workshops-courses-events.
Pre-booked entry to Ferne Animal Sanctuary will be reduced for the event to £5 per adult and £3 per child.
Full prices will apply to on-the-day bookings.
Ferne Animal Sanctuary is a non-government funded charity that provides care and rehabilitation for more than 250 animals.
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