Department of Nature
Come and explore every nook of the peaceful little garden of Sparks. Take some time out of the hustle and bustle of Broadmead to celebrate the natural world and learn how you can help our precious planetary ecosystems to thrive.
What's on
Pollinators Lantern Parade Artwork ORGANISERHeart of BS13DEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
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To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was to encourage their community to celebrate and conserve their local wildlife.
Visit the fox lantern at its new home in the Department of Nature at Sparks Bristol.
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Wings Across Continents audio experience ORGANISERSounding WildDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
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Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them. A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on
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Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them.
A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on the East Atlantic Flyway during the Wings Across Continents expedition by Sounding Wild, to bring you closer to these incredible birds and the challenges they undertake every year.
Pop by the Department of Nature to experience it for yourself!
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Joey Pods Safe Space ORGANISERJoey PodsDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition,Space
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Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading. Visit the Department of Nature to
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Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading.
Visit the Department of Nature to experience Joey Pods first ever public pod! Their pods are designed for people who deal with sensory overloading, helping to provide inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
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Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. Come and experience our interactive installation championing
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Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project.
Come and experience our interactive installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project and find out how your actions make a difference.
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Being with Cows tells the heartbreaking, heartfelt, and ultimately, transformational story of how one man, shattered by the sudden death of his brother, was helped to
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Being with Cows tells the heartbreaking, heartfelt, and ultimately, transformational story of how one man, shattered by the sudden death of his brother, was helped to a place of acceptance and quiet joy through the presence and gentle stillness of his cows. It was a healing so deep and complete, that he realised others would benefit from his experience and the idea for the ‘Being with Cows’ retreats was born; a retreat where everyone can benefit from ‘cowfulness’ and the quiet journey to a simpler way of being. This event if free, book your place in advance.
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Pollinators Lantern Parade Artwork ORGANISERHeart of BS13DEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was to encourage their community to celebrate and conserve their local wildlife.
Visit the fox lantern at its new home in the Department of Nature at Sparks Bristol.
ORGANISER
Wings Across Continents audio experience ORGANISERSounding WildDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them. A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them.
A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on the East Atlantic Flyway during the Wings Across Continents expedition by Sounding Wild, to bring you closer to these incredible birds and the challenges they undertake every year.
Pop by the Department of Nature to experience it for yourself!
more
ORGANISER
Joey Pods Safe Space ORGANISERJoey PodsDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition,Space
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading. Visit the Department of Nature to
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading.
Visit the Department of Nature to experience Joey Pods first ever public pod! Their pods are designed for people who deal with sensory overloading, helping to provide inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. Come and experience our interactive installation championing
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project.
Come and experience our interactive installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project and find out how your actions make a difference.
Pollinators Lantern Parade Artwork ORGANISERHeart of BS13DEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was to encourage their community to celebrate and conserve their local wildlife.
Visit the fox lantern at its new home in the Department of Nature at Sparks Bristol.
ORGANISER
Wings Across Continents audio experience ORGANISERSounding WildDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them. A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them.
A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on the East Atlantic Flyway during the Wings Across Continents expedition by Sounding Wild, to bring you closer to these incredible birds and the challenges they undertake every year.
Pop by the Department of Nature to experience it for yourself!
more
ORGANISER
Joey Pods Safe Space ORGANISERJoey PodsDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition,Space
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading. Visit the Department of Nature to
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading.
Visit the Department of Nature to experience Joey Pods first ever public pod! Their pods are designed for people who deal with sensory overloading, helping to provide inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. Come and experience our interactive installation championing
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project.
Come and experience our interactive installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project and find out how your actions make a difference.
Pollinators Lantern Parade Artwork ORGANISERHeart of BS13DEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was to encourage their community to celebrate and conserve their local wildlife.
Visit the fox lantern at its new home in the Department of Nature at Sparks Bristol.
ORGANISER
Wings Across Continents audio experience ORGANISERSounding WildDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them. A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them.
A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on the East Atlantic Flyway during the Wings Across Continents expedition by Sounding Wild, to bring you closer to these incredible birds and the challenges they undertake every year.
Pop by the Department of Nature to experience it for yourself!
more
ORGANISER
Joey Pods Safe Space ORGANISERJoey PodsDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition,Space
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading. Visit the Department of Nature to
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading.
Visit the Department of Nature to experience Joey Pods first ever public pod! Their pods are designed for people who deal with sensory overloading, helping to provide inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. Come and experience our interactive installation championing
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project.
Come and experience our interactive installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project and find out how your actions make a difference.
Pollinators Lantern Parade Artwork ORGANISERHeart of BS13DEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was to encourage their community to celebrate and conserve their local wildlife.
Visit the fox lantern at its new home in the Department of Nature at Sparks Bristol.
ORGANISER
Wings Across Continents audio experience ORGANISERSounding WildDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them. A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them.
A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on the East Atlantic Flyway during the Wings Across Continents expedition by Sounding Wild, to bring you closer to these incredible birds and the challenges they undertake every year.
Pop by the Department of Nature to experience it for yourself!
more
ORGANISER
Joey Pods Safe Space ORGANISERJoey PodsDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition,Space
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading. Visit the Department of Nature to
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading.
Visit the Department of Nature to experience Joey Pods first ever public pod! Their pods are designed for people who deal with sensory overloading, helping to provide inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. Come and experience our interactive installation championing
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project.
Come and experience our interactive installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project and find out how your actions make a difference.
Pollinators Lantern Parade Artwork ORGANISERHeart of BS13DEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was
DETAILS
To celebrate their Pollinators Lantern Parade, Heart of BS13 worked with young people in Hartcliffe, Bristol to create a beautiful fox lantern. The aim was to encourage their community to celebrate and conserve their local wildlife.
Visit the fox lantern at its new home in the Department of Nature at Sparks Bristol.
ORGANISER
Wings Across Continents audio experience ORGANISERSounding WildDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them. A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on
DETAILS
Birds connect us with nature. Let’s listen to them.
A dynamic soundscape composition of the migratory birds, habitats and behaviours found on the East Atlantic Flyway during the Wings Across Continents expedition by Sounding Wild, to bring you closer to these incredible birds and the challenges they undertake every year.
Pop by the Department of Nature to experience it for yourself!
more
ORGANISER
Joey Pods Safe Space ORGANISERJoey PodsDEPARTMENTNatureTYPEExhibition,Space
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading. Visit the Department of Nature to
DETAILS
Pop into the Joey Pod – a safe and inclusive space for people with sensory overloading.
Visit the Department of Nature to experience Joey Pods first ever public pod! Their pods are designed for people who deal with sensory overloading, helping to provide inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. Come and experience our interactive installation championing
DETAILS
Explore an interactive wildlife installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project.
Come and experience our interactive installation championing the wildlife of Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project and find out how your actions make a difference.
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