Storyhouse Futures: Bugfest for Kids

Bugfest, the UK’s leading and multi-award winning entomology experience provider will be bringing their collection of amazing creepy crawlies from around the world.

Join us on the 8th of November for a thrilling handling and learning session, where you will get to see up close and personal, some of the major stars of your children’s favourite wildlife shows. Nathan Brookes-Bennett, Bugfest’s popular presenter in the North of the UK will be introducing you to his private collection of stick insects, cockroaches, millipedes, taratnulas and so much more in an intimate small group session of thirty children (must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult carer).

Nathan has spent more than a decade working as a zookeeper and animal educator, caring for everything from tarantulas and meerkats to sharks and birds of prey. He is a member of the Association of British & Irish Wild Animal Keepers as well as the European Crocodilian Network. With a degree in Animal Management and years of experience bringing wildlife encounters to life, Nathan knows how to turn fascinating facts into unforgettable stories.

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At Bugfest, he blends his knowledge, humour, and love of adventure to give people the chance to see the natural world through a zookeeper’s eyes.