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Nature Tots | Beautiful Butterflies and Busy Bees!

Explorer's wanted!

Whether it's bug hunting, puddle splashing or getting crafty, at Nature Tots you can expect an all-round adventure!

With sessions usually every last Tuesday of the month, Nature Tots is back for 2022.

Nature Tots at RSPB Arne is a monthly nature group aimed at preschool children aged between 2 ½ and 5 years old. You and your child will be able to meet some of the amazing creatures that we are giving a home to on our nature reserve, while learning something new, getting a bit mucky and having lots of fun. This session we'll be finding out all about beautiful butterflies and busy, buzzy bees!

We will be outdoors during the session, waterproof coats and wellies are recommended for rainy days, and sunhats and plenty of sun cream during the spring and summer months. Refreshments will be provided for children (usually juice). Parents are welcome to make use of our café for hot drinks, snacks and cakes after the session.

Each session is £5 per child (+processing fee). Parking is FREE for the duration of the event, if you are not members of the RSPB you will be provided with a car park ticket, allowing you free use of the car park for the duration of the event. If you are RSPB members, you will need to bring your membership card and show it as you go through the welcome area in the main carpark on arrival.

Booking is essential, and spaces are limited! Children are to be supervised by an accompanying adult at all times during the session.

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Booking

When booking please provide a valid phone number and e-mail as your booking confirmation will be sent via e-mail. We need a valid phone number (landline and mobile) in case we need to get hold of you urgently to update you with changes/cancellation. Thank you for your co-operation.

COVID Security

Our experiences at RSPB Arne follow the latest government guidance on COVID-security.

Social distancing will be maintained throughout the experience.

Hand sanitiser will be available for use.

Please ensure that you follow the most recent government guidelines on meeting in groups.

Data Protection

IMPORTANT: We respect your privacy and will not sell your personal data to any third party. Any personal data you provide here is collected and used only for the purposes of booking this event. Your details will only be used by this event's RSPB co-ordinator and will not be shared with anyone else.

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FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Nature Tots sessions are for pre-school children from 2.5 to 5 years old. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times, throughout the session.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

See our website for train, bus, bike, and road options.

Our carpark is located on the right at the beginning of Arne village.

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What can I bring into the event?

We recommend suitable outdoor clothing for the weather conditions as we will be outside throughout the session – waterproofs and wellies or sunhats depending on the season. Apply suncream and insect repellent prior to the event if you require it. You are welcome to visit the on-site café after the session. No dogs, except registered assistance dogs please.

Do you cater for special dietary needs?

Refreshments in the form of a carton of apple or orange juice are included for participating children. Please advise the leaders if your children have any dietary requirements – you are welcome to read the ingredients on the packaging.

Yes, our on-site cafe catering team can cater for any special dietary requirements – please advise them when ordering.

Can I stay on the reserve after the session?

Yes, Arne is open from dawn to dusk, so make the most of day and take your time exploring at your leisure after the event. The Welcome Area opens at 9.30am, the shop and cafe open at 10am. The non-members parking exemption only lasts for the duration of the event. Non-members who decide to stay are asked to pay for parking (or join the RSPB) when the Welcome Area opens.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Email arne@rspb.org.uk. All bookings must be made online.

What's the refund policy?

If we cancel an event for any reason, you will receive a full refund. Should you need to cancel, then you receive a full refund up to three days before the event, after which no refund is available. Cancellations must be made using the email address arne@rspb.org.uk

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring proof of your ticket or email confirmation with you. RSPB members should bring their membership cards with them please.

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