Share February 2nd, 2010 | Tagged as:springtime, things to do
Spring has finally sprung and there’s no better time to visit Airfield farm and gardens to experience what its like to be on a farm in the middle of the city.
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Airfield is Dublin’s only working urban farm, while the estate is 35 acres, the farm land makes up about 20 acres. The farm related programmes respond to the natural rhythms of the seasons, with celebrations taking place during Harvest, Spring and Summer. We also have a range of regular farm related activities such as “Meet the animals” and the young Farmers group.
The farm is a small holding and is based on the traditional farming practices of mixed animal husbandry. The animals on the farm range from cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, donkeys, miniature horses and ponies to geese, chickens, and ducks.
Here’s whats on at Airfield this month :
Engineers Weekend 13th-14th Feb. – To celebrate Engineers Week Airfield will have a programme of activities for children & families. Activities are included in the entry fee. All activities are on a first come first served basis.
Discover Your Inner Scientist Family Event – Families can try out a range of fun experiments from the Discover Primary Science programme – Sat. 13th – Sun. 14th
K’Nex Challenge – 10+
Come and showcase your creative talents at our K’NEX Challenge. Participants will work in pairs to design and build a wind powered machine to create energy for Airfield.
Workshop 1 – Sat 13th February 2010 Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Workshop 2 – Sat 13th February 2010 Time: 3.00pm – 4.00pm
Workshop 3 – Sun 14th February 2010 Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Workshop 4 – Sun 14th February 2010 Time: 3.00pm – 4.00pm
30 places per session. Included in entry fee to grounds
Dublin Butterfly House
Dublin Butterfly House is an excellent adventure for all the family. Kids and adults alike will enjoy exploring the tropical fantasy world and viewing the Butterfly gallery.
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The tropical fantasy world presents a unique opportunity for all the family to view tropical butterflies in their natural habitat. Beautiful and rare butterflies including the Tailed Jay and the Fivebar Swordtail can be found alongside over twenty different and tropical species. There are over one thousand butterflies living, feeding and mating in the tropical Butterfly house. Visitors can touch the legs of butterflies and learn all there is to know about a butterfly’s habits from their guide.
There is also an insect world full of exotic creatures and other insects for visitors to explore. There’s Bert, the resident tarantula whose as big as a dinner plate and a Goliath Bird Eating spider as well as lots more tropical spiders to encounter. Visitors can enjoy the Avery where tropical birds are on display. Public tours run six days a week with the final tour starting at 4pm until the end of August.
Dublin Butterfly House and Insect World can be found in Swords, North Dublin on Harap Farm. Visitors can enjoy the grounds of the farm and there is ample room to park. There is a gift shop where kids and adults alike can purchase souvenirs from this magical world. Dublin Butterfly House offers a fun day out for all the family.
Dublin Zoo
Dublin Zoo is one of Irelands top visitor attraction and is located in the Phoenix Park.
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It’s home to an exciting diversity of animals in a stunning parkland setting. Situated close to the city centre, Dublin Zoo is easily accessible by car or public transport. Visitors can explore the Kaziranga Forest Trail, the newest exhibit, which is home to a herd of Asian elephants, or the African Plains, which is home to giraffes, zebras, hippos, rhinos, African wild dogs, lions and chimpanzees.
The zoo is open daily from 9.30am – 4.30pm. Visit Dublin Zoo for more details
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Claire has 4 children who take up the majority of her time but when she does get a spare hour she likes to attend her book/booze club and catch up with what's happening with friends in the real world.
