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Wednesday 20 May<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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8:30pm – 10pm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Visitor Centre<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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After our early evening fun and celebrations, join Bat Conservation Ireland for a family bat quiz, crafts and finish off the evening with a guided bat safari with special bat detecting equipment that will let you \u2018hear\u2019 the bats as they fly around. Suitable for ages 7+, advanced booking essential as places are limited and children must be always accompanied and supervised by a parent\/guardian. Bring a torch, high-vis jacket and wear suitable clothes and footwear.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Free Event – Booking Info on our Website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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