insideKENT Magazine Issue 143 - March 2024 | Page 179

EDUCATION

SPRING INTO FUN : HADLOW COLLEGE ’ S LAMBING WEEKEND SET TO RETURN !

THERE ARE VERY FEW THINGS CUTER THAN THE SIGHT OF NEWBORN LAMBS GAMBOLLING AROUND A FIELD , AND THAT SIGHT WILL BE OFFERED IN ABUNDANCE WHEN HADLOW COLLEGE ’ S LAMBING WEEKEND RETURNS IN APRIL .
The two-day event on Saturday 20 April and Sunday 21 April celebrates the arrival of spring , showcased by scores of adorable lambs , and there is even the chance to visit the lambing sheds and possibly see a newborn lamb enter the world .
The event brings together a range of land-based activities , and also offers the opportunity to learn more about Hadlow College and what it has to offer .
The event is always hugely popular and atracts up to 10,000 people , so booking early is advised . Please note , no dogs are allowed on the day except guide or assistance dogs .
A family ticket , which permits entry for two adults and up to three children costs £ 30 ; an adult ticket costs £ 12 ; and children and concessionary tickets ( for anyone over the age of 65 and carers and students with a valid ID ) cost £ 8 . Children under the age of 2 can enter for free .
Once you are on site you can stay for as long as you like and enjoy the rides , stalls and hopefully meet some lovely newborn lambs !
To learn more and to book your tickets , visit : www . hadlow . ac . uk / events
As well as exploring the beautiful surroundings of Kent ’ s only rural and land-based college , here is a taster of what else you can expect on the day :
• Tractor trailer rides ( weather permitting
• Talks and demonstrations by the National Centre for Reptile Welfare
• Birds of prey displays
• Archery
• The chance to meet some of our animals
• The opportunity to speak with our Advice & Guidance Team and Curriculum Areas
• Food and drink stalls
• Arts and crafts events
• Fun fair rides and stalls
• Much more !
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