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Nature Exploration Day

Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU
Nature Exploration Day at the Ulster Folk Museum

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Engage with nature by investigating mini-beasts up close at the Ulster Folk Museum. On Nature Exploration Day, you'll also have the opportunity to become a citizen scientist by taking part in a BioBlitz! This will involve helping experts by learning to identify and record a wide range of plants and animals, contributing to real scientific records! Get involved by making nature-themed crafts, tasting foraged foods and appreciating the world around you in a whole new way.

What to know:
-Nature Exploration Day takes place from 11:00 and 15:00.
-Suitable for all ages, this will be a fun-filled and educational day out for the whole family.
-This is a general admission event.

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Season (26 July 2025)
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Saturday11:00 - 15:00

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