# Event Details - **Event Name**: North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 12:15 pm – Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 03:30 pm - **Event Description**: Come along to this loose parts training session in collaboration with Rag Tag Arts and Community Scrapstore.About this EventAgendaWelcome and lunchtime play observationVisit an established OPAL school in Cumbria and observe lunchtime play in action. Speak with children about how they manage risk and chat with staff about the impact OPAL has had on their playtimes.Regional OPAL updatesJoin OPAL mentor Anna Dutson, along with colleagues from across the county, to hear updates, share experiences, and discuss developments across OPAL schools in Cumbria.1:30pm–3:15pm Loose parts training sessionA practical, hands-on session exploring creative ways to use loose parts in your school. Ragtag Arts & Community Scrapstore project leader, Rachel Sainsbury, will bring all materials and introduce new items, ideas, and projects to inspire play back in your own setting.Bring a colleague, get involved, and have fun!About Thomlinson Junior SchoolThomlinson is a thriving OPAL junior school located in Wigton. The school has approximately 240 children aged between 7 and 11 years. It has two tarmac playgrounds and some grassy areas with trees.Over the past two years, enthusiastic and dedicated members of the play team have transformed playtimes to include a wide variety of wonderful areas and activities for the children to enjoy. They now make full use of the school grounds and have put excellent systems in place to ensure that playtimes run smoothly and are full of fun and variety.Whether you are a small or large school from Cumbria (or beyond), come along to see the transformation for yourself.Additional informationThere will be tea and coffee available.The Water Street long-stay car park in Wigton is only a few minutes’ walk from the school grounds, with over 200 spaces, and costs £1.80 for two hours’ parking.Cost: £45 per person (or £65 for two members of staff from the same school.) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wigton/north-east-and-cumbria-loose-parts-training-session-for-opal-schools/100001971723436877 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 49.46, max: 71.13, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Wigton - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Thomlinson Junior School - **lat**: 54.8226072 - **long**: -3.1601921 - **full address**: Thomlinson Junior School, 50 High Street, Wigton, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/d8316254de2d1ea3816e063cd84f19b62c2018002eddcc10d51b975a23f3d3ff-rimg-w1200-h600-dc039144-gmir.jpg?v=1765687986 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools being held? - **A:** North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools takes place on Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 12:15 pm to Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Thomlinson Junior School, 50 High Street, Wigton, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools? - **A:** Ticket prices for North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools range from GBP 49 to GBP 71 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral admissionGBP 49 + GBP 4 feeAvailableTwo staff members from one schoolGBP 71 + GBP 6 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools? - **A:** North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools is organized by OPAL Outdoor Play and Learning CIC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** North East and Cumbria: Loose parts training session for OPAL schools is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wigton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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