The MERL

Get up close to amazing animals!

See and learn about the awesome animals we have living here in the UK. Zoolab will use their bigger brighter versions of things to tell you all about the Frogs, Snakes, Lizards and all sorts of amazing insects that we can find in our gardens, parks and countryside. This interactive encounter will inspire you to get out and explore nature and get you thinking about environmental issues, linking to the MERL’s Our Green Stories campaign. 

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Delivered by ZooLab UK, the UK's number one company for ethical animal encounters. 

Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult 

All adults and children entering the event will need a ticket as space is limited 

Visit https://merl.reading.ac.uk/whats-on/ for more information

Event time: 10:00-11:30 

Discover the benefits of outdoor learning and child-led play at Friday Fledglings! Come and join in with activities inspired by the themes and collections of the museum, and enjoy exploring nature, our mud kitchen, water play, sand-pit, and more. Led by Charlotte, a local teacher and Level 3 Forest Leader, each session includes story-telling, craft activities, singing, and a snack.

Bookings open at 12 pm on a Friday, one week ahead of the session you’d like to attend