The Labyrinth Collective

03/09/2026

We are delighted to be bringing the labyrinth to this event. Please do pop by and support this fundraiser for Forget Me Not. We would love to see you there.

I am hosting a charity event at my constituency office in Ballynahinch on Friday the 4th of September in aid of Forget me Not, the Bereaved Parents Charity. During the event individuals from the Labyrinth Collective will come together to create a scarf labyrinth. There will be free tea, coffee and treats and free face painting. Everyone is welcome as we spend a few hours reflecting and showing our support for bereaved parents.

16/08/2026

We absolutely loved holding the labyrinth yesterday. Spent yesterday evening reflecting on all the connections and conversations. Reaching out to my international facilitator chums to share my experience. Each labyrinth holds something special both for the walkers, facilitators and the observers.
Each time I come away with something new.
For me, taking time to reflect on the experience is vital. So once the scarves were safely back in the attic we headed up to Stormont for a quiet labyrinth walk. Surrounded by trees and lush grass, I was able to release, receive and return. Back to the world. 🌍 reset

15/08/2026

Fabulous day at Ards and North Down Borough Council Castle facilitating the labyrinth! It was so nice to meet you all!

14/08/2026

🌀We are gearing up for our scarf labyrinth at Bangor City Hall tomorrow (Saturday 15th August)! We can’t wait to see you there!
🌀From 11am to 3pm the Labyrinth will be open to walk and interact with freely.
🌀At 3pm we will offer an organised, guided walk around this beautiful path to round off the day.
🌀No need to book or reserve a spot! Show up and join us just exactly as you are 💜🙏

12/08/2026

We are delighted to be bringing the beautiful Scarf Labyrinth to this event! Thank you Ards and North Down Borough Council
You’ll find us on the grass by the Town Hall 11-4!
Come say hello and have a lovely walk, skip, dance, twirl in the labyrinth!

07/08/2026

We are bringing the scarf labyrinth to fabulous event! Hope to see you there! 🧣💫

Join us for our big Love Parks AND Love Outdoors Celebration Day on Saturday 15 August 🌿

⏰ 11am - 4pm
📍 Bangor Castle Park and Walled Garden.

A day of free outdoor family fun for all ages with cycling, nature activities, outdoor games and play.

Bring a picnic, and your bike!

For full programme details please visit our website: https://www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/loveparksweek

06/08/2026

Joy!

Stumbled across this absolutely STUNNING labyrinth by The Labyrinth Collective at the beach yesterday and decorated and wandered through it with my two monkeys for an hour or so.

I read a thing recently about the “Blue Mind” state that being by the sea triggers. It actually lowers our stressy cortisol and boosts our feel-good dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin. And then the rhythm of the waves and looking at all of the blue (even our mostly grey sea!) shifts brainwaves from active anxiety into a relaxed, meditative alpha state. I think all 3 of us needed that yesterday, and having a gorgeous labyrinth to amble through helped even more.

Yay for small wins! 🩵

05/08/2026

Such a wonderful day on Millisle Beach with Ards and North Down Borough Council for National Day for Play!
Thank you everyone who came down to dance, skip, decorate or just delight in the labyrinth.
We loved it!

03/08/2026

We are so excited to be bringing the labyrinth to the Ards and North Down Borough Council National Play Day on 5/8/26.
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☀️🌳Love Parks AND Love Outdoors.🌳☀️
Join us this summer for a jam packed programme of FREE family-friendly events across our parks and open spaces!

A selection of what is coming up in August:
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🦋Butterfly Watch
📅 Saturday 1st August 🕕 1.30pm-3.30pm
📍 Whitechurch Cemetery, Ballywalter
👧 Age 8+

Join the Parks Team for a Big Butterfly Count event at Whitechurch Cemetery, spotting and recording butterflies in this coastal green space. Explore wildflower areas and hedgerows, learn simple identification tips, and discover the species that thrive here.
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🛹 Wheels and Thrills ( Age 8+)
Come showcase your skills, try new tricks, and meet fellow thrill-seekers!

Scooter Taster event
📅 Wednesday 5 August 🕕 10.30am - 12.30pm
📍 Millisle MUGA

BMX Taster Session - perfect for beginners!
📅 Wednesday 5 August 🕕 6pm - 8pm
📍Portavogie Skate Park

Parental consent required on the day | All equipment will be supplied
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National Play Day 2026
📅 Wednesday 5 August 🕕 10.30am - 12.30pm
📍 Millisle beach and car park

Come along and celebrate the power of play with us. Together, let's make sure all children have the spaces they need to thrive. 🌟
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Kiltonga Nature Volunteers
📅 Thursday 6th August 🕕 10.30am-12.30pm
📍 Kiltonga Nature Reserve, Newtownards.

Join the Parks Team for a volunteering morning at Kiltonga Nature Reserve, helping care for this much‑loved wetland habitat. Expect simple, practical conservation tasks suitable for all abilities and a chance to support local wildlife in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Visit website for more information, a full list of events and to reserve your places:
🌐 https://www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk/parks-activities
🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/91965099733