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Encounter an afternoon of the weird and wonderful world of minibeasts at Hanningfield, with your bug pots and pond nets this summer.

This is a family event, and each attendee, including adults and children, will require a ticket. This event is suitable for children aged 6+ and children must be accompanied at all times. Please wear suitable weather-appropriate clothing.

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Ticket Type	/Ticket Tariff
Adult	£6.67 per ticket
Child	£6.67 per ticket

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Brilliant Bugs and Pond Beasts

Type:Children's Activity Event

Hanningfield Nature Discovery Park, Hawkswood Road, Downham, Billericay, Essex, CM11 1WT

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Tel01268 711001

Opening Times

Season (6 Aug 2025)
Day	Times
Wednesday	14:00	- 16:00

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