Moments with mama!
Just in time for Mother’s Day, six Hawaiian Geese (nene) chicks have hatched at Castle Espie Wetland Centre outside Comber in County Down. The birds are part of the centre’s captive collection, which is the largest anywhere in Ireland.
To mark this important day for mothers of all kinds everywhere, the centre is running a fun free to enter competition on this Mothering Sunday. ‘Name the Ne Ne’ will give visitors the chance to come up with names for these new arrivals. Entrants for the six names drawn from by 5pm on Sunday 3 April will receive a day pass for our Easter festivities. More information on the draw and an entry sheet is available at reception on the day.
The bird sanctuary and visitor centre is the ideal place to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday 3 April. With stunning views across Strangford Lough and set in 66 acres of idyllic reserve and woodland, Castle Espie is the perfect retreat to spoil that special person with a unique Mother’s Day package including a meal and the opportunity for younger children to make a bespoke card for mum.
Castle Espie Wetland Centre opens from 10am daily. It is free to park, visit The Loughshore Café, the shop, Graffan Gallery and Drumlin Theatre, but normal admission applies to the grounds.
Menu – Mother’s Day - Starters Homemade soup of the day with warm crusty roll; Wedges of brie in a golden crunchy crumb with a drizzle of cranberry and seasonal leaves; Fan of melon with fruits of the forest berries drizzled in a raspberry coulis Main course Traditional roast beef in a rich brown jus with homemade Yorkshire pudding and all the trimmings; Pan seared salmon masked in a lemon and lime sauce; Vegetable strudel on a bed of egg noodles - All served with seasonal vegetables and creamed and roast potatoes Dessert Selection of desserts (see waiting staff) Adults £15.00 Children £10.00
