CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
APRIL 2015
9.30am – 12.30pm ● MONDAY 30TH MARCH – THURSDAY 2ND APRIL
JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
Are you aged between 6 and 16? Would you like to learn to play golf with
others? Well now you can with on-course lessons to sharpen your long game,
short game and putting.
Full details can be found online at www.matthewstewartgolfacademy.co.uk
or ring the Carnfunnock Driving Range on 028 2827 4637.
2.00pm & 3.30pm ● SATURDAY 4TH APRIL
WILD IN THE PARK: SPRING INTO WILDLIFE
Join Debbie Doolittle and discover the amazing diversity of wildlife in Northern
Ireland. Spend some time learning how to help injured or orphaned wildlife
that may visit your back garden. Learn all about hedgehogs, owls and their
friend Mrs. Fox plus get up close and personal with cuddly Easter bunnies!!
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by
an adult. Please note: not suitable for children under 5 years of age.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
11.00am – 5.30pm ● SATURDAY 4TH – SUNDAY 12TH APRIL (EASTER WEEK)
BUNNY PROTECTION SQUAD!
Throughout the Easter holidays, budding archers can come along to
Carnfunnock and ‘Have a go’ testing their bow and arrow skills with the help
of County Antrim Archery Centre. Can you protect the Easter bunny from his
enemies or shoot the bad eggs??
Price: £2.00 per person for 6 arrows. Suitable for age 7 years and older. Wear
appropriate clothing and footwear.
SUNDAY 5TH APRIL (EASTER SUNDAY)
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● FARMYARD FUN
Say hello to the animals from Blackberry Farm while they visit Carnfunnock
Country Park. Cuddle and play with friendly rabbits, chicks and ducklings or
bottle feed the little lambs and goats!
KID’S EASTER EGG ROLL COMPETITION
2.30pm
Under 5’s
3.00pm
5 – 8’s
3.30pm
Over 8’s
Bring along your own decorated hard-boiled egg (so you can identify it!) and
take part in a traditional egg rolling race at the Visitor Centre. Various age
categories apply JUST don’t forget to bring your own egg!
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
EASTER MONDAY 6TH APRIL & EASTER TUESDAY 7TH APRIL
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods.
10.30am-1.00pm & 2.00pm - 4.30pm ● FREE THE EASTER BUNNY (UNDER 8’S)
Are you clever enough to find the Easter bunny and his friends hiding in the
maze from the wicked Pirate Captain and Malfoy, his Mythical Majestic
dragon? Buy your freedom card from the Visitor Centre then head off and
discover various clues and characters in the maze! Find all the stamps so the
Easter bunny can escape and you can win special Easter treats.
Price: £3.00 per freedom card. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
11.00am onwards ● EASTER TREASURE HUNT (For families with children aged 8+)
Come to the Visitor Centre to pick up your challenge and those with the
correct answers will be entered into a draw to win a giant fluffy friend and
some eggs to share! All participants will win special Easter treats.
Price: £2.50 per quiz sheet. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
11.00am – 5.00pm ● SPOT THE BUNNY TRAIN RIDE
Hop aboard the Family Fun Zone’s miniature train, then keep your eyes
peeled and count the bunnies as you ride around the track. All correct
entries will be entered into a prize draw to win a family pass.
Price: £2.00 per person. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Family Fun Zone on 07745 570037.
9.30am – 12.30pm ● TUESDAY 7TH – FRIDAY 10TH APRIL
JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
Are you aged between 6 and 16? Would you like to learn to play golf with
others? Well now you can with on-course lessons to sharpen your long game,
short game and putting.
Full details can be found online at www.matthewstewartgolfacademy.co.uk
or ring the Carnfunnock Driving Range on 028 2827 4637.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
10.00am ● SATURDAY 11TH APRIL
ROCKSHORE RAMBLE (LOW TIDE 10.00AM)
Want to discover the world of rock pooling? Join Carnfunnock staff and seek
out crabs, from under rocks and get up close and personal with sea
anemones, limpets, starfish and other marine life that live on the Antrim Coast.
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by
an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
11.00am onwards ● SUNDAY 12TH APRIL
SPRING HAS SPRUNG
Pick up an activity sheet from the Visitor Centre, then take a family walk
around the park and try to spot all the signs of spring.
Price: £2.00 per activity sheet. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm ● SATURDAY 18TH APRIL
BIG BUG BALL
Join Carnfunnock staff at this year’s big bug ball as you hunt though the park
to discover who lives under our rocks and trees! Get a magnified look at a
variety of creatures and insects that make most Mum’s scream. Discover why
they have so many legs and eyes, what they like to eat and even identify
them using different sections of their bodies!
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by
an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm & 3.30PM ● SUNDAY 19TH APRIL
ART IN THE PARK: KID’S ROCKING ROCKETS
Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No it’s your rocket! Come along and build your own
rocket before attempting launch! Will it fly? How far will it go? How high will
it go? That’s all up to you!
Price: £3.75 per child. Maximum 12 children per session. Wear appropriate
clothing and footwear as you may get a bit wet! Booking is essential. All
children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country
Park on 028 2827 0541.
1.00pm – 5.00pm ● SATURDAY 25TH APRIL
FANTASTIC FALCONRY
Join Northern Ireland School of Falconry for a truly unique and unforgettable
experience and see a variety of birds of prey, including falcons and owls, in
both static and dynamic flying displays (2.00pm, 3.00pm and 4.30pm).
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.30pm ● SUNDAY 26TH APRIL
SPRING WILD FOODS WALK
Have you ever wondered what our ancestors did before supermarkets and
chemists supplied our food and medicines? Join the Northern Ireland Survival
School for an afternoon of plant identification and discover uses for some of
the wild flora growing in Carnfunnock.
Free event. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Booking is advisable.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Carnfunnock
Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
MAY 2015
8.00pm ● Friday 1st MAY
BATTY ABOUT BATS?
Join Robin Moffitt of the NI Bat Group as she introduces you to some of
Northern Ireland’s cutest and fluffiest mammals – BATS! Learn about their
fascinating lives before venturing outside into the grounds of Carnfunnock
armed with torches and bat detectors, to try and spot our own resident bats
flying overhead (weather permitting).
Price: £4.25 adult, £3.75 Child/Concession inc. Light refreshments. Booking
essential. Wear appropriate clothing / footwear and bring torches. All
children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for age 7+years only.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
11.00am – 5.30pm ● SATURDAY 2ND – MONDAY 4TH MAY (BANK HOLIDAY W/E)
ARCH ENEMIES!
It’s nearly May the 4th and throughout the bank holiday weekend, budding
rebels can come along to Carnfunnock and ‘Have a go’ testing their bow
and arrow skills with the help of County Antrim Archery Centre. Though you
may not have a lightsaber, your trusty bow can rid us of a few villains!
Price: £2.00 per person for 6 arrows. Suitable for age 7 years and older. Wear
appropriate clothing and footwear.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SATURDAY 2ND MAY
CARNFUNNOCK SUPERDOG (As part of National Pet Month)
Beginner dogs pay attention! Let’s show everyone what you’re made of. At
only £1.00 per class, you can improve your athleticism on our fun obedience
course or look your best and take part in our novelty dog show. Categories
include: best pedigree; best non-pedigree, saddest eyes; most like its owner;
most like to take home; waggiest tail; best fancy dressed; best rescue or even
biggest ears.
All proceeds go to Dogs Trust, thanks to the Latharna Canine and Dog Training
Club. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
SUNDAY 3RD MAY
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods.
5.00am ● DAWN CHORUS DANDER
Celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day by joining local bird expert, Adam
McClure and of course the birds of Carnfunnock, on an early morning stroll
through the grounds to listen to the most amazing sounds of the day.
Price: £4.25 adult, £3.75 Child/Concession inc. Light refreshments. Booking
essential. Wear appropriate clothing / footwear and bring torches. All
children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for age 7+years only.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● FARMYARD FUN
Say hello to the animals from Ark Open Farm while they visit Carnfunnock
Country Park. Cuddle and play with friendly rabbits, chicks and ducklings or
bottle feed the little lambs and goats!
2.15pm & 3.45pm ● MR HULLABALOO PUPPET THEATRE
Be utterly amazed at the antics of Mr Hullabaloo and his interactive theatre.
Mr Hullabaloo will entertain all the family with two spring-themed shows in the
amphitheatre of our magnificent Walled Garden.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● MONDAY 4TH MAY (BANK HOLIDAY)
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods.
11.00am – 5.00pm ● MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU!
On top of our many regular attractions, spend the day in Carnfunnock
Country Park and celebrate May the 4th! Jumping Clay will join us for some
spacey character creation and Facetastic is bound to have some unique
face painting and tattoos!
11.00am – 5.00pm ● I SPY WITH MY JEDI EYE
Calling all young Jedi warriors, your mission, if you choose to accept, is to
explore the dark side of the Carnfunnock maze! Can you find the special
creatures and work out Darth’s puzzles in order to defeat him?? All
participants will receive an out of this world prize!
Price: £2.50 per quiz sheet. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541
1.00pm – 5.00pm ● FALCONS AND FRIENDS!
Falcons and friends from the Northern Ireland School of Falconry will be
landing at Carnfunnock Country Park today! Why not visit them and watch
them fly, you might even see an owl or perhaps an eagle! Unforgettable
flying displays at 2.00pm, 3.00pm and 4.30pm.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
10.00am – 4.00pm ● SATURDAY 9TH AND 10TH MAY
ART IN THE PARK: ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
Join local artist Janet Crymble, and watch her work her magic, as she
transforms a storage container in Carnfunnock into a woodland themed art
piece.
2.00pm & 3.30pm ● SATURDAY 16TH MAY
WILD IN THE PARK: SLITHERING SNAKES
Are you the chosen one, can you speak parseltongue? Well now’s your
chance to get up close and personal with some of Carnfunnock’s slithery
friends. Learn all about snakes, snake identification, different types of snakes,
big snakes like anacondas and pythons, venomous and poisonous snakes like
the King Cobra, copperheads, coral snakes, rattlesnakes, corn snakes and
more.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking advisable. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Please note: not suitable for children under 5 years of age. Contact:
Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
1.00pm ● SUNDAY 17TH MAY
LEARN TO FACE PAINT WORKSHOP
Attention all adults! Do you wish you were confident enough to paint your
own child’s face for parties? Come to face paint training with Facetastic and
they can make your wish come true.
Price: £10.00 per adult. Places are limited so booking essential. All adults
must be accompanied by a child model aged 5+, who is not allergic /
sensitive to face paints. To book contact Brenda at Facetastic on 07801
893449.
2.30PM ● SATURDAY 23RD MAY
SECRET AGENT TRAINING CAMP!
Do you have a naturally curious child or frustrated spy at home?? Then why
not bring them to our secret agent training camp at Carnfunnock! They will
receive some essential pre-training to fulfil a special mission. Expect to get a
special secret agent name, secret coding, camouflage disguises, target
practice and lots more fun!
Price: £5.00 per child. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Booking is
essential.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact:
Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.15PM, 3.15PM & 4.15PM ● SUNDAY 24TH MAY
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods.
MAGIC SHOWS
Now you see it, now you don’t, magic tricks to boggle your mind! With his
bright blue suit and a suitcase full of silly, Louie the Entertainer, presents a
hilarious sideways take on children's magic that the whole family will enjoy.
1.00pm – 5.00pm ● MONDAY 25TH MAY (BANK HOLIDAY)
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods.
WILD IN THE PARK: FALCONS AND FRIENDS
Join the Northern Ireland School of Falconry and see majestic birds of prey,
including falcons and owls in both static and dynamic flying displays. Put
names and faces to those mysterious flying creatures that go screech and
t'whit t'whoo in the night! Flying displays, with educational commentary, will
take place at 2.00pm, 3.00pm and 4.30pm.
2.30pm ● SATURDAY 30TH MAY
BEE FRIENDLY! (An Antrim Garden Trail Event)
Did you know that bees are the world's most important pollinator of food
crops? Join the East Antrim Bee Keeping Association for a talk on helpful
bees and bee friendly flowers to plant in your garden. Get buzzing for nature
and ready for summer with ideas for bee homes and wildflower
recommendations for planting in gardens, hanging baskets, or even with
vegetables and under fruit trees.
Free event. Booking advisable. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
3.15 PM ● SATURDAY 30TH MAY
RADICAL ROCK POOLING (LOW TIDE 3.30PM)
Want to discover the world of rock pooling? Join Carnfunnock staff and seek
out crabs, from under rocks and get up close and personal with sea
anemones, limpets, starfish and other marine life that lives on the Antrim
Coast. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by
an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.00PM – 5.00PM ● SUNDAY 31ST MAY
ART IN THE PARK:
FUN WITH JUNK (Drop in Activity)
Join Carnfunnock staff, in creating pretty egg box lady birds. Why not make a
ladybird family? You can even make other different bugs and animals out of
your egg boxes or other simple materials.
Price: £2.25 per child. Wear appropriate clothing. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
JUNE 2015
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SATURDAY 6TH JUNE
PHOTOGRAPHIC TREASURE HUNT
You’ll need to look at Carnfunnock from some wacky angles to find the
answers to these clues! All correct answers will be entered into a draw to win
a special prize.
Price: £2.00 per treasure hunt. Wear appropriate clothing. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
SUNDAY 7TH JUNE
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SUMMER BAND CONCERTS BEGINS
Our summer programme of band concerts within the Walled Garden
amphitheatre starts today with 1st Larne Old Boys Silver (2.00-3.00pm), East
Antrim Seniors Accordion (3.00-4.00pm) and Magheramorne Silver (4.005.00pm)
12.30pm – 3.00pm ● COME AND TRY SPORTS TASTER SESSIONS
The Council’s Sports Development Team is invading Carnfunnock Country
Park’s Games Field to provide a number of ‘taster’ opportunities in a range of
different sports and multi skills activities. A mix of team and individual sports
stations will be set up for everyone to enjoy, and if you like what you try, staff
will give you information about upcoming summer camps/clubs/groups in the
Larne area for you to develop your interest further. Why not come along and
try something new!
Free event. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Please note that these sessions will be weather
dependant!
7.15pm ● TUESDAY 9TH JUNE
LARNE MOTOR CLUB AUTOTEST
The upper car park will be laid out in a series of tests to measure precision
driving skills. Participation is open to all members of Larne Motor Club with
designated areas for spectators.
Price: TBC. For all enquiries please visit www.larnemotorclub.co.uk
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
11.00am onwards ● SATURDAY 13TH JUNE
LARNE HORSE AND PONY SHOW
Join Larne Horse and Pony Club for their annual show in Carnfunnock and
enjoy an entire day devoted to the competing and showing of horses.
For entry fees or further information, please contact Mark McCullough 028
9332 4854 or 07745 662874, or e-mail lmccullough091@gmail.com. Further
information is available at www.larnehorseandponyshow.co.uk.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 14TH JUNE
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from East Antrim Seniors Accordion
(2.30-3.30pm) and 3rd Carrick Silver (3.30-4.30pm).
11.00AM ONWARDS ● SATURDAY 20TH JUNE (NATIONAL PICNIC WEEK)
PIRATE TREASURE HUNT
Ahoy thar ya lily-livered landlubbers!! Come along and be given a scrap of
paper which will lead you around the grounds of Carnfunnock in search for
hidden clues – the most correct answers will be entered into a draw to win
the hidden treasure! Will you be a scallywag or a gentleman o’ fortune?
Price: £2.00 per treasure hunt. Wear appropriate clothing. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
SUNDAY 21ST JUNE (FATHERS DAY / NATIONAL PICNIC WEEK)
It’s both Fathers Day and National Picnic Week so bring your picnic to
Carnfunnock Country Park and enjoy a full day of family fun including:
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from Magheramorne Silver (2.303.30pm) and Killyglen Accordion (3.30-4.30pm).
1.00pm – 5.00pm ● FALCON AND FRIENDS
Join Northern Ireland School of Falconry for a truly unique and unforgettable
experience and see a variety of birds of prey, including falcons and owls, in
both static and dynamic flying displays (2.00pm, 3.00pm and 4.30pm).
Final 2015
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.00pm & 3.30pm ● SATURDAY 27TH JUNE
WILD IN THE PARK: BIG BUGS!
See some seriously big bugs like giant snails, stick insects and tarantulas as
‘Rep-tails’ bring their exotic creatures to the park.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking advisable. Please note: not suitable for children
under 5 years of age. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 28TH JUNE
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from Kellswater Flute (2.30-3.30pm)
and Ormeau Concert (3.30-4.30pm)
JULY 2015
9.30am – 12.30pm ● EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY (3RD, 10TH, 17TH, 24TH, 31ST)
SUMMER JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
Are you aged between 6 and 16? Would you like to learn to play golf with
others? Well now you can enjoy on course lessons to sharpen your long
game, short game and putting.
Full details can be found online at www.matthewstewartgolfacademy.co.uk
or ring the Carnfunnock Driving Range on 028 2827 4637.
2.00PM – 5.00PM ● SATURDAY 4TH JULY
ART IN THE PARK: WIND AND SUN (Drop in Activity)
Drop in and make yourself a windmill or sun catcher. Who knows what the
summer weather will hold but both of these trinkets will be sure to brighten up
your garden or bedroom and everyday can be a sunny day.
Price: £2.25 per child. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All children
must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on
028 2827 0541.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 5TH JULY
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from East Antrim Juniors Accordion
(2.30-3.30pm) and 3rd Carrick Silver (3.30-4.30pm).
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SATURDAY 11TH JULY
ART IN THE PARK: PEBBLE PAINTING (Drop in Activity)
Take an ordinary looking stone and transform it into a creepy crawly, a funny
face or anything you like. Bring along a stone which reminds you of
something else and you’re half way there!
Price: £2.25 per child. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All children
must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on
028 2827 0541.
11.00am – 5.30pm ● SATURDAY 11TH – SUNDAY 17TH JULY (JULY HOLIDAYS)
SUMMER SHOOT!
School's out for summer and excited kids, of all ages, can come along to
Carnfunnock and 'Have a go' testing their bow and arrow skills with the help
of County Antrim Archery Centre. Can you hit the flag on the sand castles or
burst the beach ball??
Price: £2.00 per person for 6 arrows. Suitable for age 7 years and older. Wear
appropriate clothing and footwear.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 12 TH JULY
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues today with Killyglen
Accordion performing in the Walled Garden amphitheatre.
2.00PM & 3.30PM ● SATURDAY 18TH JULY
MAGICAL MAMMALS!
Join Debbie Doolittle as she introduces some of Northern Ireland’s most
magical mammals. With special guest appearances from Mrs. Fox and her
friends, spend the afternoon with Debbie as she teaches all about these
mammals and how you can help them.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by
an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 19TH JULY
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues today with Dummigans
Accordion performing in the Walled Garden amphitheatre.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.00pm & 3.30pm ● SATURDAY 25TH JULY
WILD IN THE PARK: REMARKABLE REPTILES
Join ‘Rep-Tails’ for an exclusive display of reptiles and lizards - some of the
worlds most misunderstood creatures. Ever fancied getting up close and
personal with an anaconda, python or even a Tarantula or Imperial
Scorpion?! If so, come along and see an amazing collection of snakes,
lizards, insects and amphibians and why they are needed in the wild.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking advisable. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Please note: not suitable for children under 5 years of age.
Contact:
Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
7.00am ● SUNDAY 26TH JULY
THE SUNRISE RUN
Organised by East Coast Athletic Club, in memory of their highly respected
club member - Patrick 'Paddy' Campbell, the Sunrise Run is a 5k race/run
(including walk) starting and finishing in Dixon Hall, Drains Bay with the main
route around Carnfunnock Country Park. Registration will be taken on the
day from 5:30am and will close at 6:45am SHARP so please arrive early. The
5k is open to everyone, so come along and run, walk or jog 5k and enjoy
some breakfast afterwards! All proceeds will go to the Northern Ireland Chest
Heart and Stroke charity.
Further details are available at
www.eastcoastathleticclub.co.uk or ring Justin Maxwell on 07739 960393.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 26TH JULY
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from Ballyduff Silver (2.30-3.30pm)
and Riada Concert Group (3.30-4.30pm).
7.00pm ● TUESDAY 28TH JULY
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE by Jane Austen - OUTDOOR THEATRE (A LARNE ALIVE
EVENT)
Take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company to meet
Elizabeth Bennet, Jane Austen's most loveable heroine. When Elizabeth meets
the rude and abrupt Mr Darcy, she loathes him at first sight. But is there more
to him than meets the eye? Join family and friends for what promises to be
the most splendid evening of the summer as you picnic under a beautiful
summer sky and lose yourself in this unforgettable love story.
Tickets cost £14, Concessions £10. Families (2 children and 2 adults) £42. 10%
discount for groups of 10 or more. Please bring your own rugs or low backed
seating, as seats will not be provided. There will be marquee option in case of
wet weather. Contact: Larne Visitor Information Centre on 028 2826 0088 or
email larnetourism@btconnect.com
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EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
AUGUST 2015
9.30am – 12.30pm ● EVERY FRIDAY IN AUGUST (7TH, 14TH, 21ST, 28TH)
SUMMER JUNIOR GOLF CAMP
Are you aged between 6 and 16? Would you like to learn to play golf with
others? Well now you can enjoy on course lessons to sharpen your long
game, short game and putting.
Full details can be found online at www.matthewstewartgolfacademy.co.uk
or ring the Carnfunnock Driving Range on 028 2827 4637.
10.00AM ONWARDS ● SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST
15 THINGS TO DO IN A DAY!
Its National Park week so call into the Visitor Centre and pick up our “15 things
to do in a day” activity sheet, which highlights how special parks can be!
Complete various activities within Carnfunnock including testing your
camouflage skills, orienteering or even a snail race!
Price: £2.00 per sheet. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 2ND AUGUST
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from Ormeau Concert (2.303.30pm) and CWA Brass (3.30-4.30pm).
10.00am – 4.00pm ● SUNDAY 2ND AUGUST
BOWS AND BUSHCRAFT!
Fancy yourself as the next Robin Hood? Do you have what it takes to live in
the wild? Well why not spend the day in our woodlands and develop your
skills with the expertise of qualified instructors from the County Antrim Archery
Centre and Northern Ireland Survival School. You’ll learn about camp craft,
foraging for food, flint knapping, fire preparation/lighting and even acquire
carving, stalking and tracking skills. You’ll even get to feel like Robin when you
discover the fundamental aspects of archery including target acquisition and
shooting in a woodland environment! This unique event is as real as it gets
without actually hunting!
Price: £30.00 per participant. As spaces are limited, advance payment is
essential. Anyone aged between 12-18 years must be accompanied by a
parent/guardian. Booking is through County Antrim Archery Centre. Tel:
07732 325318
Dress for the weather, including waterproof footwear as the
day will be spent in a woodland environment. All specialist equipment for
archery and bushcraft will be provided. However you will be required to bring
certain items e.g. lunch, water, notebook etc. and a kit list with terms and
conditions will be provided on payment.
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EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
ALL DAY ● SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST
BIG BUTTERFLY COUNT
Take part in this year’s Butterfly Conservation Big Butterfly Count. Pick up your
identification sheet at the Visitor Centre and take a walk around some of
Carnfunnock’s hot spots for seeing butterflies. All the results will then be sent
back to Butterfly Conservation for them to record.
Free event. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All children must be
accompanied by an adult.
11.45am ● SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST
RADICAL ROCK POOLING (LOW TIDE 12.05PM)
Want to discover the world of rock pooling? Seek out crabs from under rocks
and get up close and personal with some of the marine life that lives on the
famous Antrim Coast, including sea anemones, limpets, starfish and lots more.
Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by
an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from 1st Larne Old Boys Silver (2.303.30pm) and Dummigans Accordion (3.30-4.30pm).
10.00am – 3.00pm ● TUESDAY 11TH – FRIDAY 14TH AUGUST
NOTICE NATURE CLUB
Are your kids aged 8 to 11 years old? Would they like to be real nature
rangers? Discover the wild side of Carnfunnock by taking part in various fun
nature based activities.
The Notice Nature Club will run for 4 days at a cost of £28.00 for the 4 day
session. All those attending must wear appropriate clothing and footwear and
bring a packed lunch. Application forms are available from Carnfunnock
Country Park with places allocated on a first come first served basis. Booking
is essential as places are limited. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028
2827 0541.
11.00AM ONWARDS ● SATURDAY 15TH AUGUST
WILDLIFE CSI
Do you have a budding detective in your house? If so then this will be right
up your street.
Take part in Carnfunnock’s specially designed crime
investigation trail. Will you discover who the culprit is?
Price: £2.00 per detective sheet. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 16TH AUGUST
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from East Antrim Seniors Accordion
(2.30-3.30pm) and Ballyduff Silver (3.30-4.30pm).
2.00pm & 3.30pm ● SATURDAY 22ND AUGUST
ART IN THE PARK: KID’S ROCKING ROCKETS
Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No it’s your rocket! Come along and build your own
rocket before attempting launch! Will it fly? How far will it go? How high will
it go? That’s all up to you!
Price: £3.75 per child. Maximum 12 children per session. Wear appropriate
clothing and footwear as you may get a bit wet! Booking is essential. All
children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country
Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.30pm – 4.30pm ● SUNDAY 23RD AUGUST
BAND CONCERT
Our summer programme of band concerts continues within the Walled
Garden amphitheatre with performances from Dummigans Accordion (2.303.30pm) and Magheramorne Silver (3.30-4.30pm).
8.00pm ● Friday 28TH AUGUST
BATTY ABOUT BATS!
Join Robin Moffitt of the NI Bat Group as she introduces you to some of
Northern Ireland’s cutest and fluffiest mammals – BATS! Learn about their
fascinating lives before venturing outside into the grounds of Carnfunnock
armed with torches and bat detectors, to try and spot our own resident bats
flying overhead (weather permitting).
Price: £4.25 adult, £3.75 Child/Concession inc. Light refreshments. Booking
essential. Wear appropriate clothing / footwear and bring torches. All
children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for age 7+years only.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SATURDAY 29TH AUGUST
TEDDY BEARS’ BIG DAY OUT
Bring your favourite teddy for a fun filled afternoon of dancing, competitions
and much much more! You’ll be able to dance the afternoon away in our
Teddy Bear Disco and if you’re lucky, you’ll even get a chance to meet
Bubbles, the BIG bear who puts the ‘fun’ in Carnfunnock! Competition
categories include: biggest; smallest; most unusual; best dressed; fluffiest,
cuddliest and most loved. Children are encouraged to bring along their
teddies for our in house “teddy” doctor to give them the once over and
make sure they’re feeling great.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
Price: £3.00 per child. Wear appropriate clothing. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
SUNDAY 30TH AUGUST
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● BAND CONCERT SEASON FINALE
Our summer programme of band concerts reaches its finale today. We have
a special 3 hour event for your delight. East Antrim Seniors Accordion (2.003.00pm), 3rd Carrick Silver (3.00-4.00pm) and Killyglen Accordion (4.005.00pm) end the season in style for us.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● PARTY ANIMAL TIME!
Come and say hello to the wonderful Party Animals N.I and their Mobile Micro
Zoo while they visit Carnfunnock.
For the perfect end of summer day out, why not get a cuddle from "Big
Daddy" or pluck up your courage to hold "Monster". From Creepy Crawlies to
Fluffy Critters there may even be a scaly friend or two. LolliPop the Teenage
(Mutant Samurai) Meerkats will be making appearances at 2.30; 3.30 and
4.30pm.
1.00pm – 5.00pm ● MONDAY 31ST AUGUST (BANK HOLIDAY)
Please note: A fixed parking charge of £4.00 applies on entry to the park on
bank holiday periods.
WILD IN THE PARK: FALCONS AND FRIENDS
Join the Northern Ireland School of Falconry to see majestic birds of prey,
including falcons and owls in both static and dynamic flying displays. Put
names and faces to those mysterious flying creatures that go screech and
t'whit t'whoo in the night! Flying displays, with educational commentary, will
take place at 2.00pm, 3.00pm and 4.30pm.
SEPTEMBER 2015
2.00PM & 3.30PM ● SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER
HAPPY HEDGEHOGS!
Did you know that hedgehogs are the only British mammal with spines? Join
Debbie Doolittle and discover all about these special creatures. Learn what
makes these happy hedgehogs smile, where they live, what they have for
breakfast and how to give them some TLC, when they need our help.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking is advisable. All children must be accompanied by
an adult.
Please note: not suitable for children under 5 years of age.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
11.30AM ● SUNDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER
BEACH CLEAN UP (Low Tide 11.40am)
Join Park staff as they undertake a clean-up and litter survey of the shoreline
in Carnfunnock Bay and Tweed’s Port. We’ll provide the litter picks, bin bags
and gloves – all you need to bring is you! Meet at Carnfunnock Visitor Centre.
Free event but booking advisable. Light refreshments afterwards. Wear
appropriate clothing and footwear. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm & 3.30pm ● SATURDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER
WILD IN THE PARK: SLITHERING SNAKES
Have you ever met a snake? Well now is your chance to get up close and
personal with some of Carnfunnock’s slithery friends. Learn all about snakes,
snake identification, different types of snakes, big snakes like anacondas and
pythons, venomous and poisonous snakes like King Cobra, copperheads,
coral snakes, rattlesnakes, corn snakes and more.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking advisable. Please note: not suitable for children under
5 years of age. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact:
Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm – 4.00pm ● SUNDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER
HAVE A GO ORIENTEERING
Does orienteering sound challenging? Come along to our orienteering
afternoon and discover how simple it can be, benefiting from expert advice
and the launch of our newly revamped map. Your challenge is to find a
series of control sites in as short a time as possible using a map, your wits and
sometimes a compass. You can run, jog or walk; it's up to you.
Price: £1.70 per map. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All children
must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on
028 2827 0541.
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EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER (PART OF GET OUTDOOR’S WEEKEND)
BIRD DISCOVERY DAY
10.30am & 12noon ● DIY BIRD HOMES
Did you know nest boxes are best put up during the autumn? Many birds will
enter nest boxes during the autumn and winter, looking for a suitable place to
roost or perhaps to feed. Help build a bird box with the expertise of Park staff
and then head out to install them within the park to help encourage nesting
next year.
Free event. Places limited to 8 per session. Booking essential. Wear
appropriate clothing and footwear. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541
2.30pm ● BIRDWATCH BASICS!
Can't tell a wren from a robin? Is that distant silhouette a crow or a bird of
prey? Join local bird expert, Adam McClure for a short guided walk around
Carnfunnock to discover our surprising variety of birds! You’ll even get the
chance to play birdy bingo! Come armed with your binoculars and Adam will
teach the basic skills of bird watching and share his specialist knowledge!
Free event. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Booking is essential as
maximum 20 spaces. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
10.30am onwards ● BIRDY BINGO
If you don’t wish to participate in the walk you can still take one of our free
activity sheets for children and enjoy a family game of birdy bingo!
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SUNDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER (PART OF GET OUTDOOR’S
WEEKEND)
WILDERNESS SURVIVAL DAY
Could you survive in the great outdoors without your smart phone?? Well
now’s your chance for all the family to gain a few tips! Discover the art of fire
and shelter building, food foraging, flint knapping and track mark
identification with the NI Survival School. For the more adventurous take part
in a survival challenge event and obtain a special completion certificate! St.
John Ambulance will demonstrate emergency first aid techniques, without
any first aid equipment. County Antrim Archery Centre will challenge you to
hit their special targets. The local RAF Air Cadets will also show you some
special aviation equipment, map navigation and other useful outdoor gear.
Free public event. The challenge event is suitable for those aged 8 years+
with advance booking required.
All children participating must be
accompanied by an adult. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. Event is in
association with Northern Ireland Survival School, County Antrim Archery
Centre, Climb NI, RAF Air Cadets and St. John Ambulance (Larne). Contact:
Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.30pm ● SATURDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER
MINIBEAST SAFARI
Put on your camouflage gear and hunt down the beasties that call
Carnfunnock Country Park home. Don’t worry these aren’t huge beasties but
the mini beasties that live in the Park. Get a magnified look at a variety of
creatures that make most Mum’s scream. Count their legs and see the
different sections of their bodies which will help you figure out what they are.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing
and footwear. Booking advisable. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SUNDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER
BONKERS ABOUT CONKERS (Event subject to conker crop)
Are you bonkers about conkers and think you have what it takes to become
this years Carnfunnock Conker Champion?
Then come along and
participate in our annual competition with categories for children and adults
alike. Discover all the fun that can be had with conkers from drawing them to
making decorative bugs and jewellery. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park
on 028 2827 0541.
OCTOBER 2015
11.00AM ONWARDS ● SATURDAY 3RD OCTOBER
WILD IN THE WOODS TREASURE HUNT
Go into the woods where the wild things live! Follow the trail, solve the clues
and pick up evidence along the way. Who knows there just might be some
treasure at the end of the trail?
Price: £2.00 per treasure hunt. Wear appropriate clothing. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
2.30pm ● SUNDAY 4TH OCTOBER
SEED GATHERING SEASON
Trees are surprisingly easy to grow, so why not collect seeds and try to grow
your own native tree this autumn? Staff will lead a walk around Carnfunnock
to collect various nuts, seeds and berries to plant in pots, which you can take
home with instructions on how to plant them and then watch as your young
trees emerge.
Free event. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
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EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
2.30pm ● SATURDAY 10TH OCTOBER
MAKE A BIRD TABLE OR FEEDER
In anticipation of the winter months and lack of food for the birds we are
calling all young bird enthusiasts to get stuck in. Make a special wooden bird
table to hang from a tree or make a bird feeder using lard, cheese, raisins,
pine cones and yoghurt pots, which you can take home to help local birds
survive the winter.
Price: £2.75 per adult, £2.25 per child/concession. Wear appropriate clothing.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock
Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
2.00pm – 5.00pm ● SUNDAY 11TH OCTOBER
NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT
Pit your wits to solve cryptic clues, then find the items around the Park and
bring them back to the Visitor Centre. Remember don’t tell anyone what
you’ve collected!
Price: £2.00 per sheet. Wear appropriate clothing. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
2.00PM ● SATURDAY 17TH OCTOBER
HAPPY HEDGEHOG’S HOMES
Everyone needs somewhere to live. So why not join Carnfunnock staff, to
create hedgehog homes and encourage these night time creatures to visit
your garden and enjoy somewhere safe to sleep and relax over the winter
months.
Price: £5.00 per home to cover materials. Wear appropriate clothing and
footwear. Booking essential as places limited.
All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
2.30pm ● SUNDAY 18TH OCTOBER
FUNGAL WALK
Join members of the NI Fungus Group on a guided walk around the grounds
of Carnfunnock. They will point out and talk about the various species of
fungi growing in the Park. Please note the amount of fungi found is
dependant on weather conditions.
This is a free event but booking is advisable as places are limited. Wear
suitable clothing and footwear. All children must be accompanied by an
adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827 0541.
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EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
1.00pm ● SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER
LEARN TO FACE PAINT HALLOWEEN WORKSHOP
Attention all adults! Halloween is only a week or so away and we all know
that the ghosts and ghouls need some help to get ready. If you’re in need of
inspiration, to make your little monsters more menacing then come along to
face painting training with Facetastic.
Price: £10.00 per adult. Places are limited so booking essential. All adults
must be accompanied by a child model aged 5+, who is not allergic /
sensitive to face paints. To book contact Brenda at Facetastic on 07801
893449.
2.00pm ONWARDS ● SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER
LITTLE HORRORS HALLOWEEN BINGO
Scare yourself silly and visit Carnfunnock for our mini Halloween event. It’s our
build up to the best Halloween event yet. Bring the kids down and discovery
where the witches and ghosts live in the Walled Garden. Spot all the creepy
creatures that live in the park, mark them off as you go along!
Price: £2.00 per sheet. Wear appropriate clothing. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: Carnfunnock Country Park on 028 2827
0541.
7.00pm ONWARDS ● FRIDAY 30TH OCTOBER
MONSTER MILE / 5K MONSTER DASH
Organised by East Coast Athletic Club, the kids 'Monster Mile' will start at 7pm
and the Monster Dash 5k will start at 8pm.
Registration for both events will be in the Games Field and opens at 5.00pm,
closing 15 minutes before the start time. There will be ghoulishly good prizes
for the best Halloween costume for both adults and juniors and autumnal post
race refreshments including toasted marshmallows and hot chocolate for all
competitors!
Further details including entry fees and online registration are available at
www.eastcoastathleticclub.co.uk or ring Justin Maxwell on 07739 960393.
SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER
2.00pm – 6.00pm LARNE ALIVE HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGNZA
DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED.
11.00am – 5.00pm ● GHOST TRAIN RIDES
We dare you to take a journey on a thrilling, chilling ghost train at
Carnfunnock’s Family Fun Zone. Who knows what ghastly or ghoulish
creatures you’ll meet on your journey, so be prepared to be spooked!
Price: £2.00 per person. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: Family Fun Zone on 07745 570037.
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CARNFUNNOCK COUNTRY PARK
EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG
Tel: 028 2827 0541
Website: www.carnfunnock.co.uk
Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2015
SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER UNTIL SUNDAY 6TH DECEMBER
NATIONAL TREE WEEK
Local schools and interested parties will once again be invited to plant native
tree and shrub species in Carnfunnock during National Tree Week. If you are
interesting in bringing a group along, please contact Carnfunnock Country
Park on 028 2827 0541.
WEEKENDS IN DECEMBER
SANTA TRAIN
Opening times (all subject to weather conditions) are as follows:
Sat 28th and Sun 29th November (12.00 – 4.00pm)
Sat 5th and Sun 6th December (12.00 – 4.00pm)
Sat 12th and Sun 13th December (12.00 – 4.00pm)
Sat 19th and Sun 20th December (12.00 – 4.00pm)
Wrap up warm and take a festive train ride to Santa’s grotto at the Family Fun
Zone. Find out if you are on the naughty or nice list and tell Santa what you
would like for Christmas!
Cost: £10.00 per child (includes photograph and present) and £3.00 per
adult. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tel: 07745 570037 to
confirm the train is running.
REGULAR EVENTS
9.30am ● EVERY SATURDAY
PARKRUN
Larne Parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for runners of all standards, which
takes place in Carnfunnock Country Park starting from Drains Bay. It’s not a
race against other runners, but a timed run and it can really be whatever you
want it to be, whether that's a jog for fun or run as part of a training plan.
Taking part is easy – just register before your first ever Parkrun. For further
information go to www.parkrun.org.uk/larne/
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