A weekend of fun, family-friendly activities, themed around the launch of ‘Pete the Pasty goes on Safari” by Rebecca Durkin.
Here’s what you can do….
Join us in the tipi to hear local Author, Becky, read her first published book. Saturday and Sunday at: 10:30, 12:30, 2:30 and 4:30. Drop-in.
Make your very own little Pete the Pasty from colourful air drying foam clay. Saturday and Sunday 10-4 in the tipi, drop-in.
Take Pete on a mini safari in the Gardens and find all the animal footprints. we have temporary animal tattoos for afterwards. Saturday and Sunday 10-4. Collect sheets from the tipi, find all the footprints in the Wood Garden, return to the tipi for your animal tattoo.
Books will be for sale (And can be signed by the author). £6.99 each, car payment only please.
The actual Pete the Pasty will also be attending!
All activities are included in our normal entry fee. Drop-in, no pre booking required.
Pete on one of his many adventures
About the author
Rebecca Durkin is a teacher who loves adventure, storytelling, and sharing the magic of books with her class. Whether she’s exploring new places or getting lost in the pages of a good story, she’s always capturing memories with her camera—and she never travels without Pete the Pasty, her trusty soft toy. Her stories are inspired by real adventures and by the joyful curiosity of the children she teaches every day.
Instagram: theadventuresofpetethepasty
About the story
Join Pete the Pasty, the cheerful, crispy fellow from a quiet little village, as he sets off on an unforgettable safari across the sweeping African savannah. Packed with charm, curiosity, and a rather smart hat, Pete discovers a world filled with wise owls, dancing zebras, gentle elephants, and snoozing lions.
Perfect for young readers. With playful rhythm, colourful scenes, and a lovable pastry hero, Pete the Pasty goes on Safari will inspire children to dream big and wander far.