Final call for Big Wild Campout

The RSPB’s Big Wild Campout will take place on two nights (August 8 and 9) at the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, Cultra and the charity will also be pitching up at the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh on August 23.

But if you want to join in the fun you’ll need to be quick – Saturday night at Cultra is already sold out and there are just a handful of tickets left for the remaining events!

Of course, not all of us are naturals when it comes to getting close to nature but, don’t worry, Cotswold Outdoor will be on hand to help you set up home for the night. Teams from Butterfly Conservation Northern Ireland, the Northern Ireland Bat Group, the Irish Astronomical Association and the NI Space Office will also be coming along.

There will be something to keep all the family busy, from nature trails to stargazing and moth trapping, and there’ll even be a film screening if you need some quiet time to relax! The skilled staff at Cotswold will also be leading a number of workshops, including a bush crafts masterclass.

Tickets are priced at £20 per adult and £15 per child (under 16) per night, which includes a delicious hot breakfast in the morning and half-price entry into the museum.

RSPB members will get a 10 per cent reduction so, if you have a family membership, you’ll save on everyone’s ticket!

Tickets can be purchased online at bwco-cultra.eventbrite.co.uk or bwco-omagh.eventbrite.co.uk or call 028 9049 1547 for more information.

Once you’ve got your ticket, get set for your camping trip with a 10 per cent discount at Cotswold Outdoor, Boucher Road and Castle Lane, Belfast.

All proceeds from Big Wild Campout will help to give nature a home here in Northern Ireland.