A SERIES of family-friendly events are being held at National Trust sites in Pembrokeshire throughout August.
These events offer a fun and educational way to enjoy the great outdoors, with some even providing a look at the sites outside of normal opening hours.
Here's a round-up of the events on offer this month.
Colby Woodland Garden Summer of Play
Colby Woodland Garden is hosting a 'Summer of Play' on August 4, 12, 18, and 26, from 11am to 1pm.
The free event will feature soft archery and lawn games, and lots of fun in nature for the while family, with no booking required.
Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic or enjoy refreshments from the Bothy Tea Room.
Dogs are welcome on a short lead.
Family nature-inspired creative craft sessions at Colby Woodland Garden
Family nature-inspired creative craft sessions will also take place on the same dates from 1.30pm to 3.30pm.
These sessions, led by local artist Jeni from Rustic Revolution, will involve creating keepsakes and land art from materials found in the inspiring surroundings of Colby,
Tickets are £12 for children, with a £10 charge for each additional sibling. Adults can attend for free.
Numbers for each session are capped at 20, so booking is essential.
Magical herb walk and incense-making session at Colby Woodland Garden
A magical herb walk and incense-making session is scheduled on Saturday, August 8.
Participants will learn about the medicinal and energetic properties of over 30 trees and plants.
Tickets are priced at £28.50.
Those attending should meet at the Welcome Centre at 10.20am for a 10.30am start.
'If these woods could talk' guided history walks at Colby Woodland Garden
Guided history walks, titled 'If these woods could talk', will take place on August 15 from 10.30am to 12pm.
The guided walk through the Colby's woodland garden and meadow will explore the history of the land beneath and uncover stories of mining, scandals and murder.
Tickets cost £6 for adults and £3 for children.
Guided bat walks at Stackpole Estate
Stackpole Estate will host a guided bat walk at dusk on August 26.
The walks will start at the Stackpole Centre at 7.40pm and will visit two bat roosts before finishing at 9.10pm.
Tickets are £7 for adults and £4 for children, and there is a family group 20 per cent discount.
Bat detectors are provided to share, and booking is essential.
Those attending are advised to bring a torch, dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and and bring waterproofs - just in case.
This event is not suitable for dogs and there are no breaks on route.
Pembrokeshire Woodturners Association Showcase at Colby Woodland Garden
The Pembrokeshire Woodturners Association will showcase their work at Colby Woodland Garden from August 29 to 31.
The free event will feature demonstrations and a stall throughout the day, and visitors can see how things are made and maybe leave with a souvenir.
Booking not needed, and the Pembrokeshire Woodturning association will be in the Bothy Information Room, next to the Tearooms, from 10am to 4pm.
Bat walk with Vincent Wildlife Trust at Colby Woodland Garden
A bat walk with the Vincent Wildlife Trust is scheduled at Colby Woodland Garden for August 30 from 8pm to 9.30pm.
This free event will involve using bat detectors to hear the resident bats, and there will be opportunities for asking questions.
All events are designed to be family-friendly, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking is essential. Visitors should bring a torch and wear weather-appropriate clothing. Bat detectors will be provided.
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