Keep the Kids Entertained This Summer at Meadow Croft Garden Centre in Battlesbridge

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Is there anything more exciting for children than the summer holidays? Remember being a kid and getting to have six weeks of fun, playtime and of course, no school!

 

However, for parents, the six-week holidays can often become a daunting challenge: how can you keep your little ones entertained for that long?

 

Lucky for you, there’s plenty of stuff happening at Meadow Croft Garden Centre!

 

Throughout the summer, we’ve got a range of exciting events and activities designed to keep children engaged, educated, and delighted throughout the summer break. 

 

Here’s a rundown of what we’ve got planned to make your summer stress-free and fun-filled.

 

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Children’s Special Offers in Battlesbridge

Kids Mini Golf Meal Deal

Take advantage of our Mini Golf Meal Deal this summer! Get a round of mini golf, a meal from the children's menu, a fruit shoot, and a sweet treat for only £10.00 per child! You can redeem this offer at Meadow Croft Kitchen, then head over to The 10th Hole to collect your clubs and balls for your game of mini golf. This offer is available throughout the school holidays except on Bank Holidays.

 

There’s no need to pre-book your meal at Meadow Croft Kitchen – simply turn up and we’ll get you seated.

 

Kids Eat Free*

You read that right! With every purchase of an adult breakfast, you receive a free children’s breakfast* from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am till 11:00 am. The offer ends Wednesday 31st August.

 

 

Children’s Breakfast Events in Battlesbridge

 

Little Explorers Breakfast

If your little ones love animals, Meadow Croft Garden Centre’s Little Explorers Breakfast is a fantastic option. Join us for a delicious breakfast followed by the chance to meet a variety of animals, including a tarantula, a large snake, a lizard, an owl, and a hedgehog.

 

Better still, adults can order their own breakfasts on the day* so nobody goes hungry!

 

Each child gets breakfast and a drink between 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Children will then move into the function room ready for animal handling and a Q&A session with our animal experts between 10:00 am - 11:00 am.

 

Date: Thursday 8th August

Time: 09:00 am - 11:00 am

Price: £20.00 per child

 

Polite Notice: Animals can be easily frightened by loud noises and sudden movements. For the safety and comfort of our animal friends, children must be able to sit quietly and remain calm during the event.

 

*Note: Adult breakfasts are not included in the child’s ticket price.

 

 

Little Gardeners Breakfast

Treat your children to a morning of nature and discovery at our Little Gardeners Breakfast! Each child will enjoy a delicious breakfast and a drink between 9:00 am and 10:00 am. Then, they’ll learn about local wildlife, inspect our insect hotel, and get hands-on by planting two types of seeds to take home between 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

 

Date: Wednesday 14th August

Time: 09:00 am - 11:00 am

Price: £15.00 per child

 

 

Magic Mirabel Character Breakfast

Does your child love Encanto? Step into the enchanting world of Miracle Mirabel at our children's character breakfast! Each child will receive breakfast and a drink between 9:00 am and 10:00 am, followed by singing, dancing, and storytime between 10:00 am and 11:00 am.

 

Date: Wednesday 21st August

Time: 09:00 am - 11:00 am

Price: £15.00 per child

To book any of these events, please give the restaurant a call on 01245 320314.

 

Hopefully, that’s given you plenty of ideas to keep the children occupied through the summer holidays! 

 

From animal encounters and gardening adventures to magical character breakfasts and mini-golf fun, Meadow Croft Garden Centre has something for every child to enjoy. So why not join us and make this summer a memorable one for the whole family?

 

For more information or to book your spot at any of these events, give us a call at 01245 320314.

 

We look forward to seeing you soon!

 

 

 


Keep the Kids Entertained This Summer at Meadow Croft Garden Centre in Battlesbridge

Our German Market is in full swing with all the favourites; Schokokuss, bratwurst, Bavarian Curling, beer, Stollen and lots of carefully selected authentic products. No need for the Eurostar, and parking is free.
Our staff are soooo excited that our cut Christmas trees have arrived-well Louise is particularly excited.
They look and smell wonderful and are really getting us in the festive spirit. Our top quality Nordmann Fir no drop trees range from 4 foot to 7 foot and are priced from £29.99 to £79.99. Can’t fit it in your car? No problem, we offer a home delivery service which one of our team will be happy to advise on. We also sell a range of artificial and potted Christmas trees, so something for everyone.
We look forward to seeing you at Meadow Croft
Opening hours:
Monday -Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 10am-4pm

Also look out for our festive late night shopping evenings when the whole store and restaurant will be open until 9pm
A quick reminder that Meadow Croft's Late Nights start tonight (Wednesday 20th November)...we can't wait. Featuring live performances from Rayleigh Brass, you can do some late-night shopping at both the German Market and the Garden Centre, then stop by the Market Tavern for a drink and a bite to eat
That industrious group at SWF Man Shed have made this fantastic Library for the Community Garden. It just keeps getting better down there.
Schokokuss or chocolate kisses are a festive staple in Germany and at our market.

What’s your favourite flavour? We know ours, let us know yours.
Today we will be taking part in the 2 minute silence at 11am to remember those who lost their lives in conflict.
Our late night German Market Experiences start this week, and it's free to park and enter!
Tag us with #meadowcroftgermanmarket to be in with a chance of winning £100 Meadow Croft gift card.
Our beautiful German smokers are selling fast. These authentic, hand crafted figures fill your home with scents of Christmas. Lots of our customers collect them to create a stunning Christmassy scene. Meadow Croft German Market, open every day until 23rd December.
We are so proud of the South Woodham Community Garden who were presented with a certificate of OUTSTANDING achievement by Margaret of Anglia in Bloom last week. The garden is by the entrance of Meadow Croft, if you would like to get involved, please ask in store.
The first of our beautiful homemade wreaths have just arrived in store. Our team on the nursery are very busy right now making these under direct supervision from Honey and Elvis (the cats).
We're very proud of our wreaths the team make the best quality about.
Keep an eye open for some wreath decorating workshops, details are to be announced immanently.
Our late night Christmas shopping events kick off on Wednesday 20th November. We will be open until 9pm every Wednesday and Thursday until 12th December. The evenings are lovely and festive, with lots of exclusive offers in store and the chance to sample lots of Christmas goodies. We will have Rayleigh Brass Band there to serenade you all with Christmas tunes and our restaurant will be serving a delicious selection of festive specials. The whole store will be open so you can browse at your leisure and of course our German Market and the food huts will be in full swing. So, wrap up warm and invite your family and friends to join you for a game of curling, a bratwurst, gluhwein or simply to soak up the atmosphere at Meadow Croft Garden Centre. Entry is free and there is no need to book. Also tag us with #meadowcroftgermanmarket in your photo of your late night shopping experience to be in with a chance of winning a £100 Meadow Croft gift card.
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Make a gingerbread house like us. Only £10.99 from Meadow Croft Garden Centre, so easy even we could do it! Winter Secco optional but HIGHLY recommended. Enjoy!

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