20 July 2000

SUMMER FUN FOR EVERYONE AT CASTLE ARCHDALE COUNTRY PARK

It's that time of the year again. Schools have been out for a few weeks, and parents are running out of bright ideas to keep the children amused and out of mischief. The DOE's Environment and Heritage Service have the ideal solution at Fermanagh's Castle Archdale Country Park.

Environment & Heritage Service have organized a series of free events in the idyllic setting of Castle Archdale Country Park where there is something for all ages. Of course, for reasons of safety, all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Ian Braud, Warden at Castle Archdale Country Park, said 'Everyone is welcome to these events. If you can't make it on these special event days you can still visit the Country Park and stroll around the paths using the self-guided trail, which can be picked up at the Visitors Centre.'

Amber Turnbull, EHS Environmental Educator, explains, 'Some of these events are designed specifically for younger age groups, ensuring that all the family can enjoy the history and wildlife of the Country Park.'

 

Clarence Court, Adelaide Street, Belfast BT2 8GB

Telephone: (028) 9054 0003 Fax: (028) 9054 1199

E-Mail: press.offfice@doeni.gov.uk

 

Bird of Prey Display Saturday 22nd July - 2.00 p.m. (Sharp)

Come along and meet falconer Ian Patterson and his team of feathered friends. Ian's birds include Hawks, Owls, Kestrels and Falcons. Come! Watch! Be amazed at these beautiful birds in flight and action.

Dip, Dip, Dip Tuesday 25th July - 11am - 1pm & Thursday 29th August 1pm - 3pm

Why not have a go at Pond dipping in one of the Country Park's freshwater ponds? Our Environmental Educator will assist you in identifying and learning more about the magnificent creatures that live in the depths. (Ages 7-11)

Environmental Art Day Tuesday 1 August - 2pm - 4pm

Come along and try producing works of art (collages, mosaics or paintings) using natural materials collected around Castle Archdale. (Ages 5-10)

R.A.F. Castle Archdale: Monday 7th August - 2.30 p.m.

This walk takes you back to the time Castle Archdale played an important role as a RAF base in the 2nd World War. Explore many of the sites which still remain today.

Teddy Bear's Picnic Tuesday 8th August - 11.30am - 1.30 p.m.

Especially for younger children discover how animals survive in the woods, please bring your own Teddy and a picnic. (Ages 4-7)

Herbal History at Tully Castle Tuesday 15th August - 2pm

A guided tour of 17th Century Tully Castle. Your guide will identify many of the plants grown here and explain how these plants were used in times gone by. The walk will take approximately 1 hour.

Bat Detectives. Thursday 31 August 7.30pm - Late

Learn about these amazing flying mammals, find them using Bat detectors and visit their roost. The evening will begin with refreshments and a slide show. Wrap up warm!

 

For further information about these events contact Amber Turnbull, Environmental Educator at Castle Archdale Country Park 028 6862 1588.

Castle Archdale Country Park is situated on the main Enniskillen to Kesh Road (B82).