May Events
Leicestershire's Got Talent
Mezzanine Gallery
Sat 9 May - Monday 18 May
FREE
An exhibition of art and craft work by adult learners from North West Leicestershire.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2008
An exhibition of the best wildlife images taken by the world's top professional and amateur photographers
Sat 9 May - Sun 14 June
An amazing chance to see the winning images in the 2008 competition for FREE. Enjoy the stunning images and find out what the judges, museum scientists and photographers thought about each image. You cannot afford to miss this breathtaking display.
See the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition for more details.
Snibston Transport Festival
Sunday 17 May
A fun day for all. A wonderful collection of vintage vehicles that showcase transportation through the ages.It includes buses, cars, motorbikes, tractors, trains, fire engines and much much more. A fascinating day of transport thrills from times past to modern day. A transport enthusiasts' heaven!
See the Snibston Transport Festival for more details and how to get involved.
Under 5s Wildlife Photography Workshops
Mon 18 - Fri 22 May
Story telling and drama using the Wildlife Photographer of the Year photographs as the inspiration. Plus, wildlife photography competition.These will be based on both imaginative story telling and visual literacy.
Snibston Bat Night
Sat 23 May 8pm - 10pm
Adults £3, Concessions £2
Family (2+2) £8
Family (2+3) £9
Learn about Britain's only flying mammal and discover the truths behind this fascinating and much misunderstood creature. Activities include evening bat walk and an informative visual presentation. Pre-booking is advisable. 01530 278444.
National Family Week Picnic
Monday 25 May 12 pm onwards in the country park
Guiness Book of Records attempt for the worlds largest simultaneous picnic
Picnicers are to arrive from 12 pm with food and drink (a minimum of two courses) plus rug/mat. The picnic to start at 1pm.
See Snibston's Picnic for more details.
Wriggly Readers - Stories for under 5s
Last Tuesday of the month. 11am - 11.30am
Please call to book a place. 01530 278444
Contact: Snibston