Why not step outside this summer and take in the enchanting sites of Suffolk and discover the myths and magic with some new arts and storytelling events for all the family.
 
Babergh and Mid Suffolk ARTS Services and the Suffolk Wildlife Trust are encouraging families to be inspired by the natural environment and the wonder of nature at two of their enchanting sites.
 
Arger Fen, near Assington, and Redgrave and Lopham Fen, near Diss, will be playing host to storytelling walks and arts workshops based on the cycle of the seasons and the ‘Green Man’.
 
Visual artist Maggie Campbell and storytelling wizard John Row will be leading the events along with members of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust.
 
Those coming along will be able to help Maggie create ‘larger than life’ Green Man sculptures which will then remain on site for future visitors to enjoy.  Each sculpture will be made using natural materials found on site and participants can also create smaller artworks to take away.
 
The four events will be taking place throughout August on Saturday 7 and Wednesday 18 at Arger Fen, and Sunday 15 and Thursday 26 at Redgrave and Lopham Fen.
 
Each session runs from 10am - 4pm and costs £4 adults and £2 children.  All activities are suitable for children 5 years and over. 
 
To book, please contact 01284 728706 for Arger Fen and 01379 688333 for Redgrave and Lopham Fen. 

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Media contact:
Vicky Smy, Mid Suffolk District Council, telephone:  01449 724850 or email: vicky.smy@midsuffolk.gov.uk

Notes to editors:

Arger Fen can be found near Assington. Postcode:  CO10 5LZ
Redgrave and Lopham Fen can be found on Low Common Road, South Lopham, Diss. Postcode: IP22 2HX
Reporters and photographers are welcome to attend this event, as there will be lots of photo opportunities. If you’d like to attend, please contact Vicky Smy on the number above