Events — It’s Giving Wild Imagination – Summer Events
01/08/2026 until 19/08/2026
This summer, step into a world of rainforest adventures at The Friary! 🌿🦜
Join us for It’s Giving Wild Imagination, a series of free family events packed with creativity, storytelling, colourful characters and hands-on activities. From meeting rainforest explorers to getting creative with jungle-inspired activities, there’s something new to discover throughout the holidays. 🌴✨
Don’t forget to strike a pose at our Wings of the Rainforest photo backdrop – the perfect spot for a summer selfie before sharing your adventure. 📸
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🦜Rainforest Ranger Adventure
Saturday 1 August | 11am – 3pm
Kick off the summer with an exciting rainforest adventure! Meet our interactive trail leader, enjoy colourful face painting, and follow the rainforest trail to collect your conservation-themed reward at the finish. Along the way, discover fun rainforest facts and immerse yourself in a day of exploration and imagination.
A wild day out for the whole family.🐸🦋
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🌿WILD Colour Day
Wednesday 5 August | 11am – 3pm
The adventure continues with even more rainforest fun!
Meet our incredible rainforest walkabout character as they roam the centre, then help create a giant collaborative rainforest collage on our 2m x 2m display board. Add your own creative touch and watch the rainforest come to life throughout the day. Perfect for little explorers and creative minds alike. 🎨🌴
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📚 Story Safari
Saturday 15 August | 11am – 3pm (sessions throughout the day)
Settle in for a magical storytelling adventure. Enjoy interactive storytelling sessions packed with games, imagination and audience participation, then get crafty by creating your own animal-themed book to take home.
A wonderful day celebrating stories, creativity and wild imaginations. ✏️🦁
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🌍Eco Mission Day
Wednesday 19 August | 11am – 3pm
Finish the summer with an eco-friendly adventure. Create your own rainforest-inspired sounds in our interactive Rainmaker Workshop and meet our rainforest walkabout character as they brings the jungle to life around the centre. A fun and inspiring finale celebrating creativity, nature and the wonders of the rainforest. ♻️🍃
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✨Plan Your Visit
All activities are free to enjoy and suitable for families. Simply turn up and join in the fun between 11am and 3pm on each event day.
Make a day of it by exploring The Friary’s fantastic selection of shops and cafés while you’re here, and don’t miss our colourful Wings of the Rainforest installation for the perfect Summer photo opportunity – Located in the Food Court. 📸🌿