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Fingringhoe Bows and Arrows

Fingringhoe Bows and Arrows

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Fingringhoe Bows and Arrows will take place on Friday 14 August 2026 at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park in Colchester. Starting at 1.30pm, the session invites families to collaborate on willow crafting, with all materials supplied for creating simple bows and arrows. Led by experienced makers, the activity offers children and adults the chance to learn the fundamentals of working with natural materials in the park’s outdoor setting. Participants can develop their skills under expert guidance while enjoying the unique environment of the nature reserve. This hands-on workshop is designed to be accessible for all ages, encouraging teamwork and creativity. Tickets are priced at £8.80, providing a cost-effective afternoon of traditional craft and outdoor exploration. The event promises a rewarding experience for those keen to try their hand at ancient techniques in a beautiful, natural landscape.

Join us this summer holiday for a creative willlow crafting session!

This summer school holiday, join us in bending and twisting willow to create bows, which you can decorate with natural materials. Then use tools to whittle some arrows for your bow before you test your archery skills!

Session times: 1:30pm-3:30pm (please arrive at beginning of session)

Tickets are £8.80 per child. Advance booking is essential.

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FAQs

📍Where do we meet?

Please meet outside the back door (near accessible parking and toilets)

🥾What should we wear?

This will be fully outdoors, so you need to come dressed for the weather. We recommend layers (top and bottom), which can get mucky. Wellies (with thick socks) and waterproofs are a good shout if you have them. Any equipment required for the activities will be provided.

🌍Where are you?

Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester CO5 7DN. Please be aware that it is largely a single-track lane to the reserve, but there are plenty of passing spaces.

🚗Is there parking?

Yes. We have a free car park plus accessible parking. There is also bike parking.

🚇Can we get to you on public transport?

No, unfortunately, no public transport operates at the reserve.

🚻What facilities are there?

Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Centre has toilets, a shop and a café serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream and light lunches.

🐕‍🦺Can we bring a dog?

Only assistance dogs are welcome at the reserve.

♿How accessible is the site?

There is accessible parking next to the entrance to the Discovery Centre, and there is an all-terrain mobility scooter that can be borrowed if necessary. The reserve has gravel, woodland, and sandy paths with benches at numerous locations. There are some areas where the paths are narrow or require step access. Manoeuvrability is impaired in wetter conditions. Adders are on the reserve, and they are the UK's only venomous snake. Please stick to the paths and wear suitable footwear. Please do not touch them, they are shy creatures and will only bite if they feel they are in danger.

Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park features a café, picnic area, and wildlife trails with views over the Colne Estuary, along with a wildlife gift shop, disabled access, baby-changing facilities, and a large free car park.

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Fingringhoe Bows and Arrows takes place on Friday, 14 August 2026 at 13:30.

Fingringhoe Bows and Arrows is held at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park in Colchester (Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park, Fingringhoe, CO5 7DN).

Tickets for Fingringhoe Bows and Arrows are priced at £8.80. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.

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