Budding young gardeners in Merseyside are being offered a fantastic opportunity to kick off the new year with a hands-on lesson in sustainability. Dobbies Garden Centre in Southport is running a special free workshop designed to teach children creative and environmentally friendly methods for giving their Christmas trees a second life.
What to Expect at the January Little Seedlings Workshop
The dedicated session, part of Dobbies' popular Little Seedlings Club, is scheduled for Sunday, January 4. It promises an engaging mix of education and practical fun. Children will discover where real Christmas trees originate, learn why they benefit the natural world, and understand the crucial process of safe recycling once the festive season ends.
The event will begin with an interactive true-or-false quiz to test young minds on their green knowledge. The main activity, however, is a practical project where participants will get to build a mini wildlife habitat using recycled branches from Christmas trees.
Hands-On Habitat Creation for Winter Wildlife
This creative task will show children how to construct shelters for local creatures like hedgehogs, insects, and frogs, providing them with crucial refuge during the cold winter months. It's a simple yet powerful way to demonstrate the principles of the circular economy and direct nature aid.
Ayesha Nickson, Dobbies’ Events Programme Manager, highlighted the workshop's dual purpose. She explained that the January session is an ideal post-Christmas project for young gardeners, simultaneously offering them straightforward ways to make a positive impact on the planet.
A Monthly Programme of Garden Fun and Learning
The Little Seedlings Club runs monthly at the Southport store, with each event crafted to be a fun and interactive exploration of gardens and nature. The activities, games, and discussions are all thoughtfully linked to the changing seasons, keeping content fresh and relevant.
Attendance at the workshop is completely free, but due to expected high demand, spaces must be reserved in advance. Parents and guardians can secure a spot for their child by booking online via the official Dobbies website at www.dobbies.com/events.
The event will be held at the Dobbies store located in Southport, Sefton, Merseyside. It represents a perfect local opportunity to combine family fun with essential lessons in environmental stewardship for the next generation.
