Mini Beasts Mission
Where: YWT Potteric Carr Nature Reserve
Potteric Carr Visitor Centre, Mallard Way, Doncaster DN4 8DB
When: Tuesday 21st July
10:30AM - 2:30PM
Get up close and personal with some creepy crawlies this summer as we head out on a Mini Beast Mission at Potteric Carr. We’ll practice focusing on the smallest of creatures, craft our own frames, explore and photograph the landscape and go pond dipping!
What’s Included?
Use of a camera for the session | Guided photography walk around the reserve
Ranger led Mini Beast Experience + pond dipping activity | Children's lunch
Printed photograph and keepsake craft activity | Snack time
Please ensure children wear long trousers as a precaution against ticks, which can occasionally be present on site.
Little Lens Club: First Clicks @ Just Good Friends Garden
Where: JGF Community Sensory Garden
Loxley Lane, Whitwell S80 4UJ
When: Thursday 23rd July
10:00AM - 11:30AM
This special 1½ hour session has been designed as a gentle, welcoming introduction to photography for children who would love to give it a try for the very first time. The garden is a fully accessible space, with accessible paths and adapted picnic tables, making it a place where every child can feel welcome and included.
What’s Included?
Use of a camera for the session | Guided photography walk around the garden
Creative photography games and challenges | Mini craft activity
Suitable for beginners + Inclusive and accessible for all children
Please note this session does not include lunch, children are welcome to bring snacks!
Natures Blue Prints Workshop
Where: Flourish @ Woodfield Park
Woodfield Park, Tickhill Road, Doncaster DN4 8QP
When: Thursday 28th July
10:30AM - 2:30PM
Discover one of the earliest forms of photography and create beautiful botanical artwork using nothing but sunlight, water and treasures collected from the woodlands. Children will forage for leaves, flowers and interesting natural materials before creating their own stunning cyanotype prints in deep Prussian blue. Along the way we'll explore the woods and gardens with our cameras, learn about the importance of light in photography and create keepsakes to take home.
What’s Included?
Use of a camera for the session | Cyanotype workshop and botanical printing activities | Children's lunch
Printed photograph and keepsake craft activity
A magical session for creative children who love art, nature and making things with their hands.
Adventure to Annabel’s
Where: Annabel’s Cafe
Meet at Annabel’s Cafe Car Park Loversall, Doncaster DN11 9DD
When: Monday 3rd August
10:30AM - 1:00PM
Join Little Lens Club this May Half Term for a nature-inspired photography adventure at our brand new location, Annabel’s Cafe. Children aged 4–8 will explore countryside on a scenic photography walk, take part in creative activities and enjoy hands-on use of real cameras, all within a relaxed and supportive environment designed to encourage creativity, confidence and curiosity.
What’s Included?
Guided photography walk | Exploring the landscape along the way | Creative craft activities | Lunch included | Trailer ride back to meeting point (camera kit provided)
Lunch includes: sandwich, chocolate brownie, fruit shoot + fruit. Please note this workshop includes a 1 mile walk. Please ensure your child is comfortable walking unaided for 30 minutes before booking this session.
Little Sun Print Society
Where: Flourish @ Woodfield Park
Woodfield Park, Tickhill Road, Doncaster DN4 8QP
When: Wednesday 5th August
10:30AM - 1:00PM
A mini cyanotype workshop for an our littlest photographers. They’ll discover one of the earliest forms of photography and create beautiful botanical artwork using nothing but sunlight, water and treasures collected from the woodlands. Children will forage for leaves, flowers and interesting natural materials before creating their own stunning cyanotype prints in deep Prussian blue. Along the way we'll explore the woods and gardens with our cameras, learn about the importance of light in photography and create keepsakes to take home.
What’s Included?
Use of a camera for the session | Cyanotype workshop and botanical printing activities | Children's lunch
Printed photograph and keepsake craft activity
Woodland Wanderers @ Flourish
Where: Flourish @ Woodfield Park
Woodfield Park, Tickhill Road, Doncaster DN4 8QP
When: Monday 17th August
10:30AM - 2:30PM
We’ll wander through the woodlands, taking part in photography challenges, capturing the landscape and crafting our own nature journal with some of our favourite photos. This workshops is wonderfully mindful experience, designed to help children slow down and marvel at the natural world around them!
What’s Included?
Use of a camera for the session | Guided photography walk through the woods | Keepsake photo journal | Free time with activities provided | Children's lunch | Snack time
A mindful session for creative children who love art, nature and being outdoors.
Sunflower Workshop @ Eastfield Farm
Where: Eastfield Farm
Doncaster Rd, Tickhill, Doncaster DN11 9JD
When: Tuesday 18th August
10:30AM - 1:00PM
Going back to where Little Lens Club began, we’ll be wandering through the wildflowers to capture beautifully colourful photographs. This session includes the iconic Little Lens Club portrait of your child amongst the sunflowers, photogrpahy challenges and activities plus crafts.
What’s Included?
Use of a camera for the session | Flower focused workshop, exploring colour and composition | Children's lunch
Printed photograph + keepsake craft activity
A short session, perfect for first timers or younger children!
Natures Blue Prints
Where: YWT Potteric Carr Nature Reserve
Potteric Carr Visitor Centre, Mallard Way, Doncaster DN4 8DB
When: Thursday 20th August
10:30AM - 2:30PM
Discover one of the earliest forms of photography and create beautiful botanical artwork using nothing but sunlight, water and treasures collected from the reserve. Children will forage for leaves, flowers and interesting natural materials before creating their own stunning cyanotype prints in deep Prussian blue. Along the way we'll explore the reserve with our cameras, learn about the importance of light in photography and create keepsakes to take home.
What’s Included?
Use of a camera for the session | Guided photography walk around the reserve
Cyanotype workshop and botanical printing activities | One ranger-led nature activity | Children's lunch
Printed photograph and keepsake craft activity | Snack time
Please ensure children wear long trousers as a precaution against ticks, which can occasionally be present on site.