Go Batty at Ardress House

Find out the answers to all of these questions and more at Go Batty at Ardress House on Friday 5 August from 7.30pm.To start of the evening visitors can enjoy a guided tour of Ardress House, this charming 17th-century farmhouse, elegantly remodelled in Georgian times, offers fun and relaxation for all the family. After a major re-rendering project the house has now been returned to its original splendour.

With the help of a bat specialist, discover more about the exciting lives of these illusive little creatures. Venture out into the grounds of Ardress House, Annaghmore as the sunlight begins to fade and watch the bats emerge from their roosts in the buildings. The whole family, especially the children will find tracking down the real live bats thrilling, using bat detecting equipment to identify the different species seen swooping around in the twilight.

What better place to catch a glimpse of these captivating creatures than at Ardress House where all of the eight species found in Northern Ireland have been recorded living in the buildings and surrounding parkland. With species such as the surprisingly small pipistrelle to the unusual brown long eared bat in residence, it is sure to be a fascinating and fun evening for all ages.

As the evening draws to a close the children will have the opportunity to get creative and make something batty to take home.

For further information please contact Ardress House on 028 8778 4753 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ardress-house.

Go Batty will take place at Ardress House, Annaghmore on Friday 5 August from 7.30pm. Normal Admission Members Free. Gift Aid admission; Adult: £5.50, Child: £2.50 and Family: £13.50