# Event Details - **Event Name**: Belfairs nature boat race - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm - **Event Description**: Make a boat out of nature materials and test them in the Prittle Brook!About this EventJoin us in the woodland to make nature boats with the materials around you. Explore all the materials the woodland has to offer and use your creativity to make the best nature boat you can. Test how your boat floats before racing it against others down the Prittle Brook! ⛵Please come dressed for the weather.  We recommend long sleeves and covered legs, even in hot weather, to protect against bites and stings.  No sandals or open-toed shoes, please. This event is suitable for all ages. Please kindly note that this is a family event and all attendees, including both adults and children, will require a ticket to attend. Advance booking is essential, and children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please allow time for parking, as we are unable to wait for late arrivals. Session times: 10am-12pm; 1:30pm-3:30pm (please arrive at beginning of session)Tickets are £8.80 per child, £8.80 per adult. Advance booking is essential.Can't make this event? We have lots of family fun events planned this summer - find another event here!FAQs? Who needs a ticket to attend?This is a family event, and all attending children and accompanying adults will need a ticket to attend.?Where do we meet?Meet outside the Nature Discovery Centre. Please allow time for parking. If you arrive later, further meeting point instructions will be sent before the event. ?What should we wear?Most of our events are fully outdoors, and you need to come dressed for the weather.  We recommend layers (top and bottom), which can get mucky. Wellies (with thick socks) and waterproofs are a good shout if you have them. ?Where are you based?We are located in Leigh-on-Sea, just off the A127 in Southend-on-Sea. We are also close to Rochford, Hadleigh, and Rayleigh.?Is there parking?Yes, we have two free car parks. The main car park is located within the main entrance but has limited spaces and is a short walk to the Nature Discovery Centre. The second car park is located behind The Inn at Belfairs pub on Eastwood Road North. The Nature Discovery Centre is approximately a 15-minute walk away from the second car park, straight through the woodland. Please allow enough time for parking when arriving for your event. ?Are there toilets?Yes. Our Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre has toilets (including an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities)☕Is there a café?There is a café serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream, and light lunches. ?‍?Can we bring a dog?As much as we love our furry friends, only assistance dogs are welcome at our events. Find out more about Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre here.Please see the event booking terms and conditions below: - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/southend-on-sea/belfairs-nature-boat-race/100001989015177940 - **Event Categories**: sports, meetups, dog - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre (new) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 8.8, max: 8.8, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Southend-on-Sea - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre (new) - **lat**: 51.555493 - **long**: 0.640614 - **full address**: Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre (new), Eastwood Road North, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Belfairs nature boat race - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/7a3cd742279ac57e8c3d9f1c90124591c72c9f91f3e90921c84245fd0e61bef4-rimg-w300-h212-dc322f17-gmir.jpg?v=1778785580 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Belfairs nature boat race being held? - **A:** Belfairs nature boat race takes place on Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre (new), Eastwood Road North, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Belfairs nature boat race? - **A:** Belfairs nature boat race is organized by Essex Wildlife Trust. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Belfairs nature boat race is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Southend-on-Sea, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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