GALLERY – Pop-up picnic in the park is a hit

There was fun and games for all the family at a pop-up picnic in the park at Donington Community Centre.

With everything from space hoppers to the Rock School Bus, there was plenty to keep visitors occupied.

Ella Marie Harris (7) and Kelsey-Marie Lovelock (10).

The event is part of the South Holland Outdoor Festival which is offering free events around the district during the school summer holidays.

“It has been great to see people of all ages getting involved with our Outdoor Festival across the district and using the opportunity to get out of the house and take part in some fantastic activities together,” said Coun Gary Taylor, portfolio holder for communities and facilities.

Emma Holt (12) and Katy Butler (12) outside of the Rock School Bus.

“There is still a great range of events coming up over the rest of the month, including Nordic walking in Surfleet, crafts in Crowland and the chance to play some crazy golf alongside Spalding Market,” he added.

There were also garden games and a skittle alley from 1pm to 4pm yesterday (Weds) at Hall Place, Spalding.
See www.sholland.gov.uk/outdoorfestival for more information.

Photos by BEN CHAPMAN.

Haiden Lawes 14 and George Sinclair 11
Kathleen Smith, a freelance artist with Boston workshop is pictured with Felicity Redman (6).
Katy Gale, Lincolnshire community and voluntary service. working with SHDC for community development and volunteering
Kieranne Canty with Harley Foster (2) and Austin Foster (5).
Matt and Stef Redman.
Roxy the dog, Judy Sampson, Laura Sampson, Ruby White 10, Jessica White 13, William White 9.
The Rock School Bus band and tutors, Max Duell (12) on drums, Ben Thorogood on guitar, Haidon Lawes on bass guitar (14) and its creator Amber Sinclair.
George Pitts (5).
Anneliese Wearn and Alsion White SHDC Communities Team.

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