Archived press release

Date Published: 29/04/08

A variety of wildlife will be on display

Aylesbury is set to host its very own Springwatch event.

Junior Springwatch will take place on Saturday 10 May at the Quarrendon and Meadowcroft Community Centre to give children and young people the chance to find out more about local wildlife.

Visitors to the free event will be able to see birds of prey and other wildlife including chicks, ducks, bugs and reptiles. A variety of craft activities will be offered, including planting, willow weaving and modelling, as well as wildlife themed games.

A range of wildlife organisations including the Bucks Badger Group, Vale Countryside Volunteers, the RSPB and the Forestry Commission will be at the event to talk about their work and sites of wildlife interest.

The first 250 children through the door will receive a free activity book and pencil and there’ll also be a free prize draw with lots of great prizes up for grabs.

The event has been organised by Aylesbury Vale District Council, Buckinghamshire Children and Young People’s Trust and Aylesbury Vale Out of School Network to encourage children and young people to take an interest in nature close to where they live.

Councillor David Thompson, AVDC Cabinet Member for Leisure, said: “Junior Springwatch promises to be an exciting and fun-filled day for all the family. We hope that everyone will appreciate why we should cherish and protect our local wildlife.”

The free drop-in day runs from 11am to 3pm and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Anyone needing more information should visit www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk or phone 01296 585188.