List of Events
Baysgarth Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Medieval Archery Weekend at the Humber Bridge Garden Centre
Come and have a go at English Longbow & Medieval Weaponry, experiencing history firsthand. Demonstrating aspects of daily life in the Middle Ages, such as cooking, crafts and music, this event is not only educational but also entertaining.
Building stories at Wilderspin School Museum
A top-to-bottom exploration of the School building, and a family challenge to test your observational skills – and a chance to enter Barton Civic Society’s Children’s Competition 2025. £1.50 for trail including Heritage Open Days but free admission during HOD
Junior Wardens at Far Ings National Nature Reserve for ages 11-18
From habitat conservation to pond exploration and bird surveys, Junior Wardens is great opportunity once a month for young people aged 11-18 who would like to help on a nature reserve, get involved in conservation and learn new skills. With a mix of practical conservation tasks and educational sessions, we promise to teach you what there is to find in nature and how to look after it. Sessions will take place outside so please pack insect repellent, sun cream and dress appropriately…
Medieval Archery Weekend at the Humber Bridge Garden Centre
Come and have a go at English Longbow & Medieval Weaponry, experiencing history firsthand. Demonstrating aspects of daily life in the Middle Ages, such as cooking, crafts and music, this event is not only educational but also entertaining.
Picnic in the Park
Organised by Barton Upon Humber Town Council, an afternoon of free entertainment for local families. The afternoon includes a variety of free children’s activities including races, caving, entertainers, and live music. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy the afternoon.
Wildlife Watch at Far Ings National Nature Reserve for ages 5 to 11.
The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust currently has seven Wildlife Watch groups around the county, meeting once a month for a couple of hours over a weekend. Joining a local group is a great way to explore nature in the company of like-minded young people. Activities range from minibeasting to pond dipping and even shelter building so please dress appropriately. Being outdoors and experiencing nature for real is a great change from staring at a computer or TV screen! Children must be accompanied by an adult at all…
Drama Workshops at Wilderspin National School
Drama workshops for budding performers with a showcase performance on 31 August. Come along to one or more of the weekly sessions. 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, ages 7 – 11; 13:00pm – 15:00 pm, ages 11 – 16. £4 per session or £20 for all 7 sessions.
Fantastic Frogs at Far Ings Nature Reserve
An afternoon workshop with pond dipping, crafts and activities. Learn more about frogs, their lifecycle and the ponds they need to live in. Advance booking only. £5 per child.
Building stories at Wilderspin School Museum
A top-to-bottom exploration of the School building, and a family challenge to test your observational skills – and a chance to enter Barton Civic Society’s Children’s Competition 2025. £1.50 for trail including Heritage Open Days but free admission during HOD
