Urban Nature Club at Woodberry Wetlands: Making Paints from Nature

A child in a white tshirt picking blackberries from a bramble hedge

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Three children use a pestle and mortar to mix paint

Helen Walsh

Urban Nature Club at Woodberry Wetlands: Making Paints from Nature

Location:

Woodberry Wetlands,

Woodberry Wetlands, Main Entrance via New River Path Lordship Road, London, N16 5HQ
A fun nature crafts workshop for 6-12 year olds with creative, interactive activities

Event details

Meeting point

Find us at the New River Studio by the east gate

Date

Time
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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About the event

Join us at Woodberry Wetlands to learn about making paints and inks from nature, including berry paint, turmeric ink and charcoal. Activities will include a nature walk and using our paints to draw and create artwork inspired by nature. 

The workshop costs £3 per family. We do not want the cost to be a barrier to accessing this event, if it is not affordable for you, please email learning@wildlondon.org.uk for a place.

Meet at the New River Studio near the east gate.

The session will be led by a member of our Learning & Engagement team.

Aimed at 6- 12 year olds but younger siblings welcomed. All children must be accompanied throughout the session by a responsible adult.

Donations are welcome. All profits are invested into London Wildlife Trust’s conservation and education work and the care of its nature reserves.

Booking

Price

£3 per family ticket

Suggested donation

All profits are invested into London Wildlife Trust’s conservation and education work and the care of its nature reserves.

Additional booking information

We have 12 family places available. Please book your space using the Eventbrite link.

Suitable for

Families

Know before you go

Dogs

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Assistance dogs only

Please be advised that trained assistance dogs on duty are welcome, but in order to protect the sensitive habitat and drinking water supply, we cannot allow other dogs or pets of any kind on-site, as the wildlife may become distressed.

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Mobility

The Engine House and main concrete pathway through the site are accessible for wheelchair users and those with walking difficulties.

As a nature reserve the remaining pathways on the wetlands site are dirt track so may be uneven or muddy in places.

The Engine House has a platform lift and there are accessible toilets with ramp entry.

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Wheelchair access

The visitor's centre is fully accessible and the site is partially wheelchair accessible.
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What to bring

Come dressed for the weather, we will be outside for part of the session come rain or shine!

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Parking information

Parking available on site - please pay at the meter
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Bicycle parking

Available
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities

Contact us

Sophie Harris