11 February 2008, 08/32
Events for half term
With half-term coming up next week, it may be that you are looking
for ways in which to keep your youngsters entertained. There are a
number of events going on around the district for all the
family.
The West Lancashire Sports Development Team has a wide variety of
daily activities taking place at venues across the district
including fundays, kickabouts, a football tournament with prizes.
and even a trip to the Blackpool Sandcastle.
For more information on all the Sports Development Team's events
call the team on 01695 555570 or 01695 728905.
Other events for the week include:
Nest box building
Coronation Park, Sunday 17 February, 2 - 4pm
Get ready for spring and join the park ranger in constructing a
variety of nest boxes for house birds local to both Coronation Park
and your own garden. This activity is suitable for all ages,
although children under eight must be accompanied by an
adult.
Booking in advance is essential, to reserve your place or for more
information contact Chris Horsfall on 01695 585147.
Junior Rangers Club - Willow Weaving
Beacon Country Park, Wednesday 20 February, 2 - 4pm
Make living sculptures using only wonderful willow.
The Junior Rangers Club is for children aged 5 -13. Places are
limited so booking is essential. To book please contact the Ranger
Service on 01695 622794 on either Tuesday 19 February or the
morning of Wednesday 20 February for this event.
Beacon Canal Loop Walk
Saturday 23 February, 10.30am
Join the Rangers on a nine-mile walk.
Meet at the Ranger Station, Beacon Country Park. Please wear sturdy
footwear and clothes to suit the weather conditions and bring a
packed lunch.
Take in the breathtaking surroundings of the Leeds and Liverpool
Canal on the Beacon Canal Loop Walk.
Walkers will be taken around the hills and dales of the picturesque
Douglas Valley, incorporating Beacon Country Park and Ashurst
Beacon. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs under
control are welcome.
Please note that The Chapel Gallery is closed for refurbishment
until Saturday 19 April. For further details contact: Chapel
Gallery, St Helen's Road, Ormskirk L39 4QR.
Tel: 01695 571328
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