General Election postal votes
If you have not received your postal vote for the General Election on 4 July 2024, please call us on 01305 838299 so that a replacement can be issued.
Events at Avon Heath Country Park
Sheep Shearing Sunday
Sunday 7 July and 14 July 2024 - subject to dry weather
Come and meet our local grazier Richard and enjoy a sheep shearing demonstration. Whilst learning more about grazing animals and their behaviour.
The event is free from 1pm on the Green (next to the play area).
Summer Watercolour Painting Workshop
Thursday 25 July 2024 at 10am to 12:30pm
Art class for adults only in the Activity Room.
A relaxing watercolour painting class led by a Dorset-based artist learning how to create a sunny summer sunflower. All materials and equipment for a mounted painting to take home with you will be provided.
£30 per person.
Booking essential, call the Visitor Centre on 01425 478082.
A relaxing watercolour painting class led by a Dorset-based artist learning how to create a sunny summer sunflower. All materials and equipment for a mounted painting to take home with you will be provided.
£30 per person.
Booking essential, call the Visitor Centre on 01425 478082.
The World's Biggest Bouncy Castle Big Day Out!
Wednesday 31 July and Thursday 1 August 2024
Join us for a bouncing fun time as we host the World's Biggest Bouncy Castle! Book your slot for a full hour of non-stop bouncing. Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Under 5s and SEN dedicated slots also available.
Bat discovery
Friday 16 August 2024 at 7:30pm
A chance to discover more about the bats that live at Avon Heath. Find out about the fascinating lives of these nocturnal creatures and the methods we use to study them. Includes a demonstration of mist netting and a walk across the heath to detect bats as they forage in the night. Family friendly event.
£7 per adult and £5 per child
To book, call us on 01425 478082
£7 per adult and £5 per child
To book, call us on 01425 478082
Health Walks
Every Tuesday at 2pm
Our Health Walks are on Tuesdays from 2pm to 3pm, leaving from the Visitor Centre. Led by our team of friendly volunteers they are a chance to walk with a group and perhaps make some new friends.
Special offer for any new Health Walker - get free parking for your first three weeks. And of course, the walks are also free.
You must register for the walk and complete our health questionnaire before you attend. We recommend arriving a few minutes before to check in with the walk leader. Find out more about Dorset Health Walks.
Special offer for any new Health Walker - get free parking for your first three weeks. And of course, the walks are also free.
You must register for the walk and complete our health questionnaire before you attend. We recommend arriving a few minutes before to check in with the walk leader. Find out more about Dorset Health Walks.
Avon Heath Outdoors
Various dates throughout the year
Avon Heath Outdoors are expert instructors in all kinds of outdoor adventures! They will be offering a wide range of activities and workshops throughout the year at Avon Heath, from archery and axe throwing to climbing and caving. Suitable for children and adults alike.
For further details visit their website or follow them on Facebook for their latest upcoming events.
Come along and learn a new skill whilst having fun!
For further details visit their website or follow them on Facebook for their latest upcoming events.
Come along and learn a new skill whilst having fun!