Backyard Builder: Homes for Bees, Birds & Butterflies

Key Information

Location: City College Peterborough

Course code

14136292

Tutor

Angela Hutt

Start date

7 Apr 2026

End date

7 Apr 2026

Day & Time

Tuesday 09:30 - 12:00

Course Overview

Course description:

Discover how to turn your backyard into a buzzing, fluttering wildlife wonderland! In this workshop, you will uncover the secrets of creating cosy homes and tasty hangouts for the tiny creatures that keep our ecosystem thriving. Reusing materials, you’ll design and build your own bug motel, bird café, and butterfly buffet—perfect for welcoming nature right to your doorstep.

You will:

• Increase your understanding of minibeasts and their role in our eco-system;

• Build your very own bug motel and/or butterfly buffet and/or a bird cafe together with your child;

• Learn how to encourage wildlife to visit your garden.

You will need

You will need:

All materials will be included. This course is designed for children aged 5 and above. Each adult may bring up to two children—please inform us at the time of booking as the fee is applicable per child.

What next?

Next steps:

If you and your child enjoyed this course, stay connected with City College Peterborough! Follow us on social media and visit our website to discover more exciting family learning opportunities.

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