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Bristol Festival of Nature returns for 2019
The Festival of Nature returns to Bristol this month for a free celebration of the natural world.
There’s an added twist for 2019 as the climax of the festival, the Big Weekend on June 8 and 9, expands from Millennium Square to Queen Square.
Savita Willmott, chief executive of the Natural History Consortium, says that the expansion means “visitors will be able to get hands on with nature with our brilliant exhibitors in one of Bristol’s most beautiful green spaces”.
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People across the world will be able to access the festival online and enjoy talks, workshops and screenings in a collaboration with the University of Bath.
Enjoy family-friendly events throughout the week
“The launch of the digital festival is truly ground-breaking,” says Savita. “We’re thrilled to be able to invite the world to Bristol to share in the wonders of nature through this impressive digital platform.”
It comes at no better time than when it is becoming increasingly vital to appreciate and protect the natural spaces of our society.
Events throughout the week of June 3 to 6 include nature writing sessions and more, culminating in the Big Weekend on June 8 and 9.
Gardener’s World’s Kate Bradbury, science writer Helen Scales and dinosaur expert Michael Benton will be giving talks during the week.
Visitors can also expect a special appearance from local author Zakiya Mckenzie and a guided walk through Bristol’s hidden garden revealed recently after years of neglect.
There is an array of exciting events for all ages on June 8 and 9, such as handling insects with Bristol Zoo, discovering links between birds and dinosaurs with Bristol Museum, joining Avon Wildfire Trust in guided nature walks and picking wildlife friendly plants for the garden.
Anchor Square will be home to water games, face-painting, craft sessions and live theatre.
For more information, visit www.festivalofnature.org.uk
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