Come along to our South Wales 2025 Challenge Event! At The National Botanic Garden of Wales, Carmarthenshire – 5 July 2025
We’re thrilled to invite Girlguiding Cymru members to join us for an unforgettable day of adventure, discovery and challenge at the stunning National Botanic Garden of Wales!
Originally planned as a sleepover, our event has been adapted to a day-long celebration in light of the venue’s response to the new safety requirements introduced by Martyn’s Law. While the format may have changed, our excitement certainly hasn’t—we’re incredibly grateful to the National Botanic Garden of Wales for working with us to ensure we can still welcome our members for a memorable experience in such a unique and inspiring setting.
You can find out more information about Martyn’s Law via this link.
Get ready for a day filled with fun, friendship, and fresh air as we explore the gardens and take on exciting challenges designed just for all sections. We can’t wait to see you there!
Event information
Where: National Botanic Garden of Wales, Carmarthenshire
Date: Saturday 5 July 2025
Cost: £16 per Rainbow, Brownie, Guide, Ranger, and Young Leader
(Optional £3 extra a head payable on the day for birds of prey)
Food: All participants will need to bring a packed lunch.
Refreshments are also available to purchase onsite. Learn more
IMPORTANT: Closing date 13 June 2025
Arrival and departure
Staggered arrival: 10:00am–10:30am
Units will be allocated a specific time slot.
Arrival point: All attendees should arrive at the Main Entrance
Parking:
Coaches and minibuses strongly encouraged – ample coach parking is available
Car arrivals: Units arriving by car should assemble at the front to avoid blocking the main entrance.
Closing ceremony: 4:00pm
Staggered departures will follow the ceremony.
Activities
A full day of fun and engaging activities awaits! Activities include:
🐸 Pond Dipping
🛶 Raft Building
🔬 Science Activities
🔍 Scavenger Hunts – Multiple trails available
🌼 Daisy Chains
🐝 Bee Talk & Activity
🍯 Mud Kitchen
🌱 Seed Planting
🌼 Wildflower Identification
🚀 Rocket Making
🔥 Fire Pit – Bring your own popcorn and Welsh cakes
🏏 Cricket Wales
🏓 Table Tennis Wales
Optional extra: Birds of prey experience
Units have the option to take part in a session at the Natonal Bird of Prey centre which is onsite.
This is £3 a head payable on the day. Includes a visit to the aviary and a display
Cost: £3.00 extra per girl
Learn more about the National Bird of Prey Centre Wales here
We’re looking forward to welcoming you for a fantastic day of outdoor adventure, learning, and guiding friendship in the beautiful surroundings of the National Botanic Garden of Wales!
Venue information
Nestled in the heart of Carmarthenshire’s rolling countryside, the National Botanic Garden of Wales is a world-class destination for nature lovers, families, and curious minds alike. Spanning over 568 acres, it offers a captivating blend of horticultural beauty, scientific discovery, and historical charm.
At its centre stands the iconic Great Glasshouse—the largest single-span glasshouse in the world. Inside, visitors can explore a Mediterranean landscape featuring rare and endangered plants from regions such as Chile, South Africa, and Australia.
Beyond the glasshouse, the Garden boasts themed gardens, wildflower meadows, the Waun Las National Nature Reserve, and the British Bird of Prey Centre. You can enjoy interactive exhibits, children’s play areas, and the magical Gruffalo Trail. The Garden also features a restored Regency landscape with lakes, cascades, and woodlands, offering scenic trails and picnic spots.
Whether you're pond dipping, joining a bee talk, or simply soaking in the scenery, the National Botanic Garden of Wales promises a memorable experience.
