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Explore: Djembe Drumming (Families)
Led by Mandinka Roots
Mandinka’s skilled percussionist brings an authentic djembe drum for every member of the group. Build on basic sequences and traditional songs in a huge drum circle!
This event is part of Quest Family Fest 2025. Join us to navigate your way through 2 weeks of creative adventures.
60 mins
£4.50 per workshop | 4 workshops £16 per person
The Explore Pass offers access to 4 different workshops for £16 per person – saving £2 (Explore! Festival Pass can be used by named participant only)
Things you need to know!
Booking
• Explore workshops are always really popular so we recommend booking in advance as it’s unlikely tickets will be available on the day
• Workshops for specific age ranges are designed for children to attend on their own
• Family Workshops are designed for children and grown ups to get creative together – you’ll need a ticket for every participant attending
• If you can no longer make your workshop, please let our Box Office team know so that the space can be freed up for another participant!
On the Day
• We expect the carpark to be busy so please allow at least 15-20 mins to park / walk to Norden Farm / find your workshop
• Workshops take place across the building – everything will be well sign posted. Use posters to find out where you should be and check the location on your tickets
• We recommend flat shoes and dressing for mess at our workshops
• Our team of friendly Young Leader volunteers will be on hand to help (look out for their lanyards)
Food and Drink
• The Café Bar is open from 9am and serves food from 9am – 3pm. Why not start the day with breakfast?
• Snacks and soft drinks can be bought throughout the day. Newspapers and WiFi are available to keep adults entertained!
Children’s Grab Bags:
• Pre-order a children’s packed lunch when you buy your Explore! Day tickets. These will be ready for you to collect throughout the day from the Café Bar
•Packed lunch costs £6 and includes:
•Tortilla wrap with a choice of: Tuna Mayo, Ham, Cheese, Vegan cheese
•Carrot and Cucumber sticks, Yoghurt, 150ml Fruit Juice, Pom Bears
Have fun and Explore!
Disclaimer: Please note that a photographer will be present at some Explore Workshops. Images will be used for Norden Farm marketing purposes, including, but not limited to: use in printed material such as brochures, on the website and social media, and in local publications. If you do not wish your child to be photographed, please advise our Box Office team on the day (Friday 18 April).
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Local transport can be provided as part of the ticket price for those attending on a Wednesday.
If you need transport to Norden Farm for the Wednesday sessions please contact Jess Thompson at [email protected] / 01628 682563 to talk through your requirements.
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