Let's Create a Bug Hotel

  • UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

️ Build a Bug Hotel! Join us by the Brent Reservoir for a fun, hands-on session making cosy homes for local insects. All are welcome!

By Canal & River Trust - London & South East

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Location

Capital Ring

Capital Ring London NW9 7AB United Kingdom

About this event

🐞 Community Bug Hotel Building! 🐛

Join us for a fun, hands-on session building cosy homes for insects and helping local wildlife thrive!

📍 Location: Brent Reservoir (Welsh Harp)Meet at The Relaxing Area, Capital Ring, London NW9 7AB we will then walk to where we will be building the bug hotel.

🕜 Time: 1:30pm start

🌿 What we’ll do:

  • Learn why bug hotels are important for nature 🪲
  • Help to build a bug hotel from natural and recycled materials 🏗️
  • Discover which insects might move in! 🦋
  • Have a chat and enjoy the fresh air 😊

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome! No experience needed — just come ready to get creative and maybe a bit dirty.

Come along and help give local bugs a five-star home! ⭐️

Parents or guardians must accompany their children during the session. Booking is essential. If you can't make it, kindly cancel your ticket via Eventbrite or get in touch, so others can join.

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