Fun Day at Bashfordsland Wood

Have uploaded some photographs of the Family Fun Day at Bashfordsland Wood yesterday.

The Wilson family from Carrickfergus are shown some willow weaving techniques.

The Blackstock family from Lisburn at Bashfordsland Wood.

The Grant family from Carrickfergus enjoying the events at Bashfordsland Wood.

The rain and hale did not put off members of the Black, Green and McKnight families that attended the Family Fun Day at Bashfordsland Wood.

The Hamilton family enjoy the fun day at Bashfordsland Wood.

Radio 4: Gardeners' Question Time Recording

Carrickfergus Borough Council is delighted to announce that the popular Radio 4 programme Gardeners' Question Time will be recording from Carrickfergus Town Hall on Monday 18th April 2011.


Seasoned experts, which may include Anne Swithinbank, Bob Flowerdew, Bunny Guinness, Chris Beardshaw, Matthew Biggs and Pippa Greenwood, will be available to answer your questions with Eric Robson or Peter Gibbs in the chair.

We are delighted that this event is taking place in Carrickfergus and that local people can participate in the audience for this exciting event. This event is hosted by the Northern Ireland Federation of City Farms & Community Gardens.

As well as fresh ideas and inspiration, Gardeners' Question Time offers solutions to most of your gardening problems. Packed full of practical advice from a panel of expert gardeners here's 45 minutes of top gardening tips, from vegetable growing to wildlife, new plants to dealing with garden pests.

A very limited number of tickets are available to this event and they will sell out fast, so book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets may be obtained from Carrickfergus Tourist Information Centre, 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DG. (T: 9335 8094)

The recording will take place in the Jubilee Hall at Carrickfergus Town Hall. Doors open at 5.30pm and tea and coffee will be available before the recording starts promptly at 6.30pm.

Family Fun Day at Bashfordsland Wood

On Saturday 26th February you will be spoilt for choice with all the activities and entertainment on offer at the Family Fun Day at Bashfordsland Wood.
The day offers a variety of activities including face painting, storytelling, samba drumming, guided walks, willow weaving and arts and crafts.
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

Storytelling sessions 12.45pm, 1.45pm & 2.45pm
Guided walks 1pm and 2pm (meet at marquee)
Drumming Workshop - 12.30pm, 1.30pm & 2.30pm

Parking is available at Oakfield Community Centre. Bashfordsland Wood  is located at Red Fort Park, off Marshallstown Road, Carrickfergus - see location map.

Love your parks this Valentine's Day

...A stroll in the park will do wonders for you!
Did you know that just five minutes of exercise in a park has been shown to boost your mood and self esteem?
Show your local park some love this Valentine's Day!
Visit us at http://www.carrickfergus.org/environment/parks-and-open-spaces/love-parks-week/

Tree Planting at Bashfordsland Wood

Carrickfergus pupils from Oakfield Primary School planted trees in support of the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers today.

The tree planting event took place at Bashfordsland Wood (Red Fort Drive off Marshallstown Road) on 28 January 2011 as part of the launch of Carbon Army in Northern Ireland.

Carbon Army is the climate change campaign organised by BTCV (British Trust for Conservation Volunteers) - it’s all about taking local action on a global problem. The Carbon Army campaign is providing opportunities for positive action to help tackle climate change.

Carbon Army Tree Planting Event

On Friday 28th January 2011 (11am to 12.30pm) at Bashfordsland Wood (Red Fort Drive off Marshallstown Road). Help pupils from Oakfield Primary School in a morning of tree planting. Carbon Army is the climate change campaign organised by BTCV (British Trust for Conservation Volunteers) - it’s all about taking local action on a global problem. The Carbon Army campaign is providing opportunities for positive action to help tackle climate change.  BTCV will provide: Fully trained leader - training and a safety briefing - first aid provision - an introduction to the work on site - tools, protective clothing, hot drinks and water - transport to the project site MAY be available from a specific pick up point - contact the office for details. Age group: Adults and children of any age; Registration: Required. Further info: Wrap up well with suitable winter footwear. Everyone is welcome. More details available from: Helen Tomb. Email: h.tomb@btcv.org.uk or tel: 028 9064 5169

See Bashfordsland Wood Map

Exercising Outside is Priceless

Exercising outside is priceless, even at this time of year when many of us just want to stay inside and hibernate. Exercising in one of our many parks can lead to an immediate improvement in mood and self esteem, as well as physical fitness.
To help with this the National Trust has devised a 31 day plan in association with outdoor exercise specialists Eco Fitness. It has been designed to give you a real sense of the enjoyment, freedom and refreshment you can experience from exercising outside, so you can kick start the New Year feeling energised and invigorated.
Download the entire 31 Day Plan here.
Watch the video here.