The Great Garden Adventure Set to Bloom at Maghera Walled Garden
Families are invited to step into a world of nature, imagination and outdoor fun this September as The Great Garden Adventure comes to life at Maghera Walled Garden.
Taking place on Saturday 5 September, the free family event promises an afternoon packed with entertainment, hands-on activities and magical experiences for children of all ages.
From 12 noon to 4 pm, the historic Walled Garden will be transformed into a series of adventure zones where young explorers can play, discover and create unforgettable memories.
Inside the garden, children can sing and dance along with a Ms Rachel performer, meet a magical Bubble Fairy and enjoy plenty of laughs with walkabout comedy duo BeeYonce and Honey Bee. Adding even more colour and spectacle to the day will be a stunning Butterfly Stilt Performer.
Young adventurers can also get hands-on at the Plant & Grow Station, take part in the exciting Mini Beast Grand Prix in the Scuttlebug Racer Zone, or enjoy creative fun in the Messy Play Zone and Mud Kitchens. A dedicated Sensory and Quiet Zone will provide a welcoming space for children who may prefer a calmer experience.
Outside on the green, families can continue the fun with a range of carnival games, inflatable sports challenges, including football and basketball targets, and a 9-hole mini golf course while interactive theatre shows featuring the wonderfully chaotic Professor Poppyfizz and Professor Bumblebang are sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Popular children's favourites Hey Duggee and Bluey will also be making special appearances throughout the afternoon, creating plenty of opportunities for family photographs and memorable moments.
A selection of local food traders will be available throughout the day along the lane, serving fresh pizza, sweet treats, ice cream, and a variety of hot and cold refreshments.
*Half of the tickets for each hour slot will go on sale at 12noon on Tuesday 25th August, with the remaining half going on sale at 7pm on Tuesday 25th August.
Tickets are free but must be booked in advance to access activities inside the Walled Garden.
Please book one ticket per person attending, including children and toddlers.
Each ticket allows one-hour access in the Walled Garden zone. Please note, the overall event time will display on your ticket, but your selected ticket when registering will have a one-hour designated time slot for inside the walled garden. Please make sure you are aware of this.
No ticket is required to enjoy entertainment on the green or outside the walled garden.
Free tickets must be booked in advance to access activities taking place inside the Walled Garden.
Chair of Mid Ulster District Council, Councillor Deirdre Varsani, is encouraging families to secure their places early, she told us: “The Great Garden Adventure promises to be a fantastic day out for families and a wonderful way to celebrate the end of summer together. From live performances and interactive theatre to hands-on planting activities and exciting games, there is something for everyone to enjoy. We expect the event to be extremely popular, so we would encourage families to book their free tickets early to avoid disappointment."
To book tickets and find out more, visit www.midulstercouncil.org/greatgardenadventure
Each ticket permits one hour's admission to the garden, with entry slots available at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm or 3 pm. When booking, please register one free ticket for every person attending, including children.
*Activities taking place on the green and along the lane do not require a ticket.