"A Whale of a Day" comes to Sandilands for interactive celebration of marine life and conservation

A Whale of a Day returns for another unforgettable free family day out from 10.30am - 4pm on Friday 25 July, bringing fun, education, and vital environmental awareness for children and young people.

After a successful event last year in Sutton on Sea, Circo Rum Baba's incredible 50-foot inflatable sperm whale is coming National Trust Sandilands (LN12 2RJ).

The experience, which is part of Story Tellers, the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership's Arts Council England NPO project, will invite attendees to step inside this magnificent creature for an immersive and interactive theatre experience that will transport them to the depths of the ocean in 30 minute timeslots.

This exciting event is free to attend, making it accessible to everyone in the community although capacity within the whale is limited per timeslot, so please ensure you book on to a slot by going to https://awhaleofaday.eventbrite.co.uk

Through captivating storytelling, the performance will shed light on the challenges faced by sea creatures and their ongoing struggle for survival amidst ocean pollution, providing a powerful and engaging way to learn about the critical importance of ocean conservation.

Beyond the majestic whale, the event will offer activities for all ages, a delicious food stall, plus interactive stalls from fantastic local and national organisations dedicated to nature and the environment such as the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust and the passionate volunteers of Sutton on Sea Beach Care, providing valuable information and exciting, hands-on activities.

We are delighted to be working in partnership with National Trust for this year's Whale of a Day. The event will be held at their new site in Sandliands (LN12 2RJ): a 25-hectare (62-acre) wetland nature reserve created from a former golf course, featuring open water, islands, reedbeds, and ponds, all with accessible walkways and boardwalks, making it the perfect backdrop.

Rachel Marriott, Property Operations Manager at National Trust Sandilands said: "The land works at Sandilands have only just been completed, so the site isn't quite at its best just yet, but that's all part of the story. We're right at the beginning of an exciting transformation. Over the next five years, nature will slowly take hold, the wetlands will come to life, and wildlife will return in abundance. It's going to be a wonderful place. So, we'd love for you to join us for A Whale of a Day and be part of this journey from the very beginning."

Councillor Graham Marsh, East Lindsey District Council's representative on the Story Tellers Culture Board said: "This event provides the perfect opportunity for families to connect with nature, deepen their understanding of fragile marine ecosystems, and importantly, be inspired to become active champions for the protection of our beautiful East Lindsey coastline, beaches and sea."

"I am delighted we have been able to make this event possible through Story Tellers and the support of Arts Council England, and to further an initiative that so effectively combines entertainment with vital learning, igniting a passion for our planet in the next generation."

This event is part of the Partnership's Story Tellers NPO project through funding from Arts Council England, which looks to support arts, culture, heritage and creativity across the whole of South and East Lincolnshire, providing meaningful opportunity and programming for residents, developing the sector and helping to build the local arts, culture and heritage offer.

You can find out more about Story Tellers at www.story-tellers.co.uk.