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🕷️🌿 HOME EDUCATION GROUPS – BRING LEARNING TO LIFE AT BUGFEST! 🦎🐛Did you know that Bugfest offers dedicated educational ...
09/10/2026

🕷️🌿 HOME EDUCATION GROUPS – BRING LEARNING TO LIFE AT BUGFEST! 🦎🐛

Did you know that Bugfest offers dedicated educational sessions for home education groups at our very own Bug Room in Dorchester?

Whether you're looking for an exciting hands-on wildlife experience or a more structured, curriculum-linked learning session, we can create something to suit your group!

🦋 LEARN, EXPLORE & DISCOVER!

Our sessions are led by Nick, Bugfest's owner, a qualified teacher and entomologist, bringing together a wealth of knowledge, a passion for the natural world and years of experience making science engaging, accessible and fun!

🔍 What could your group explore?

🕷️ Evolution and adaptation
🦎 Animal classification and biology
🐛 Exoskeletons and endoskeletons
🦋 Habitats, ecosystems and biodiversity
🌿 The fascinating world of invertebrates

And so much more! Sessions can be tailored to your group's ages, interests and learning objectives.

More than just a lesson! Children have the opportunity to meet incredible creatures, enjoy hands-on encounters, ask questions and discover science in a way that books simply can't replicate!

🌿 FLEXIBLE OPTIONS FOR HOME EDUCATION GROUPS

✨ One-off educational sessions

✨ Curriculum-linked teaching with learning resources

✨ Themed science and wildlife workshops

✨ Regular sessions over several weeks or months

✨ Access to our classroom for additional learning activities

✨ Fun, interactive animal encounters

📍 The Bug Room, Trinity Street, Dorchester

💚 Dedicated learning sessions: Up to 12 children

⏰ Duration: 1 hour

💷 Group price: £150 + VAT

Why not get together with other home-educating families and share the cost? With 12 children, that's just £15 per child including VAT!

We also run exciting public events and animal encounters throughout the year, perfect for families looking for something a little different!

🕷️ Explore our upcoming events:
https://bugfest.co.uk/events/

📩 Interested in arranging a session?

Whether you're part of an established home education group or would like to bring a few families together, we'd love to hear from you!

Send us a message to discuss your ideas and let us create an exciting learning experience for your children.

🌿 Because some of the most memorable learning experiences happen when children can see, touch, question and discover the world for themselves! 🦋

28/09/2026

🕷🍂🪲Mad about bugs?

So is our daughter Elle, at Ellsartistry she creates little bug worlds with her beautiful art work!🪲🕷

Everything is designed and made by her passion and love of all things nature and bugs.

Check out her work and maybe treat yourself or someone you care about to a beautiful bookmark, print, card, postcard or sticker!

Brand new prints being uploaded this week from the video below!!!

We are excited!

Tag someone who would LOVE THESE!



https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/EllsArtistry?etsrc=sdt&fbclid=IwVERDUAUnfJFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHk1Ve-N7MOxJ_TRYwYN8f-F375VcQcAuIwhWDTFLFfV_BfVX9VINQTfdzp-j_aem_B2BEtosi0brliAYxe-Acmg

🧡🎃🕷🪲🦉 HALLOWEEN CREATIVITY AT THE ENCHANTED WELLBEING ROOM NEXT DOOR TO THE BUG ROOM🎃🧡🌿🪲🕷We’re excited to share that our...
26/09/2026

🧡🎃🕷🪲🦉 HALLOWEEN CREATIVITY AT THE ENCHANTED WELLBEING ROOM NEXT DOOR TO THE BUG ROOM🎃🧡🌿🪲🕷

We’re excited to share that our daughter Elle is bringing some autumn creativity to the Enchanted Wellbeing Room 🍂✨

Elle will be hosting a beautiful Halloween Garland Workshop where you can create your own spooky-season decoration to take home 🕷️🧡

☕️Tea, drinks and tasty treats provided

🕯Cosy candle lit session

All supplies provided

Led by an artist

A relaxed and creative session, perfect for Halloween lovers and craft fans who want to enjoy some seasonal creativity and make something unique.

✨ Suitable for ages 10+✨

Enchanted Wellbeing Room, next door to Bugfest Bug Room, Dorchester

Book your place here

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ellsartistry?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAb21jcAUkk-JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAnNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzU2NzA2NzM0MzM1MjQyNwABp-dUvkktE--LgPCkGJD4_gk_Mkc249cHLnJd3QeDwZz9mq5EGqMPZe9KKUSY_aem_enObS-5UHLtpY1JM_RnB3A

We love seeing our little corner of Dorchester become a place for wildlife, creativity and wellbeing. 🌿✨🐞🦉🎃🧚‍♂️🦂🕷🪲

24/09/2026

🎃BOOK THE GREAT BUGFEST HALLOWEEN ENCOUNTER 🎃🕷️

Bugfest Bug Room, Trinity House, Dorchester

This Halloween half-term… are you brave enough to get closer than ever before? 👀

Step into Bugfest’s creepy crawly world and meet some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet! 🦂🪲🐍

Join our LIVE Halloween minibeast show and hands-on experience where you’ll discover the weird, wonderful (and slightly spooky!) secrets of the animal world.

Amazing creatures
Fascinating facts
Real-life encounters
The chance to hold some incredible minibeasts… if you dare!

Created from Nick’s popular nationwide wildlife stage show The Wild and Deadly Show, this one-hour Halloween special is packed with science, surprises and just the right amount of spooky fun.

Perfect for curious kids, brave families and anyone who loves discovering the wild side of nature 🌿

Bugfest Bug Room, Trinity House, Dorchester

23rd–29th October (various dates & times)

£7.50 per person + booking fee

Spaces are limited… once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Tag who you are going to bring!!

👇 BOOK NOW IF YOU’RE BRAVE ENOUGH 👇
https://bugfest.co.uk/events/

🕷️🎃 THE GREAT BUGFEST HALLOWEEN ENCOUNTER IS BACK! 🎃🕷️This Halloween half-term… are you brave enough to get closer than ...
22/09/2026

🕷️🎃 THE GREAT BUGFEST HALLOWEEN ENCOUNTER IS BACK! 🎃🕷️

This Halloween half-term… are you brave enough to get closer than ever before? 👀

Step into Bugfest’s creepy crawly world and meet some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet! 🦂🪲🐍

Join our LIVE Halloween minibeast show and hands-on experience where you’ll discover the weird, wonderful (and slightly spooky!) secrets of the animal world.

Amazing creatures
Fascinating facts
Real-life encounters
The chance to hold some incredible minibeasts… if you dare!

Created from Nick’s popular nationwide wildlife stage show The Wild and Deadly Show, this one-hour Halloween special is packed with science, surprises and just the right amount of spooky fun.

Perfect for curious kids, brave families and anyone who loves discovering the wild side of nature 🌿

📍 Bugfest Bug Room, Trinity House, Dorchester

📅 23rd–29th October (various dates & times)

🎟️ £7.50 per person + booking fee

Spaces are limited… once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Tag who you are going to bring!!

👇 BOOK NOW IF YOU’RE BRAVE ENOUGH 👇
https://bugfest.co.uk/events/

🪲🍺 BUGFEST AFTER DARK IS HERE! 🍺🪲Because why should the kids have all the fun?!This October, Bugfest is opening its door...
22/09/2026

🪲🍺 BUGFEST AFTER DARK IS HERE! 🍺🪲

Because why should the kids have all the fun?!

This October, Bugfest is opening its doors AFTER DARK for the grown-ups. 🌙

Expect incredible creatures, fascinating science, some seriously bad bug behaviour… and the chance to get closer than you might be expecting. 👀🦂

Come with your mates, make it a date night, face your fears, have a laugh ~ and discover a side of the bug world we don't normally get to share with the kids!

And afterwards? Head downstairs to The Convivial Rabbit, where your ticket includes up to £5 towards a drink. 🍺

£20 per person | 18+
Only 20 places per session
Different themed nights throughout October

Not your average night out in Dorchester!!

👇 BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE:
https://bugfest.co.uk/events/

Tag the person you'd brave it with! 😂🕷️

🕷️ Who’s excited for the next chapter of Bugfest Bug Room experiences in Trinity Street Dorchester? 🍂❄️We’ve been busy b...
01/09/2026

🕷️ Who’s excited for the next chapter of Bugfest Bug Room experiences in Trinity Street Dorchester? 🍂❄️

We’ve been busy behind the scenes getting ready for our autumn and winter adventures with some brand new creatures joining us, exciting family events, and even some adult-only evening Bugfest After Dark.....coming soon 👀🕷🪲🪲☠️💀

Something a little different is crawling your way this autumn…🦂🕷🦂🕷🦂🕷

✨ Full details will be announced mid-September Keep watching the Bugfest page! 🐛

Tag who you want to bring below! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽

🕷️🌿 SHE HAS A NAME… MEET BRAMBLE! 🌿🕷️After all of your brilliant name suggestions for our gorgeous new curly-haired tara...
31/08/2026

🕷️🌿 SHE HAS A NAME… MEET BRAMBLE! 🌿🕷️

After all of your brilliant name suggestions for our gorgeous new curly-haired tarantula, we’ve chosen our favourite…

🥁🥁🥁 BRAMBLE!🥁🥁🥁

We absolutely loved reading through all the names you came up with, but Bramble just seemed to suit her perfectly! 🥹🕷️🌿

A HUGE thank you to everyone who joined in and helped us name the newest member of the Bugfest family. 💚

Keep an eye out for Bramble at Bugfest, you might just get to meet her very soon! 👀🕷️

And a special shout-out to Leanne Louise Saxty suggested Bramble! 👏

Welcome to Bugfest, Bramble! 🌿🕷️💚

Now offering Bugfest parties at our Bugfest Room Dorchester town centre! We can still come to your home or chosen venue,...
22/01/2026

Now offering Bugfest parties at our Bugfest Room Dorchester town centre! We can still come to your home or chosen venue, whichever works best for you... Click our link to see our party room https://bugfest.co.uk/minibeast-bug-parties/
Book your Bugfest birthday party with us today and make unforgettable memories!!!
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