We are delighted to be able to bring families and friends together once more, this time for our
FOP Friends Safari Weekend!
Friday 26th – Sunday 28th September 2025
Booking for this event has now closed. However, if you are new to our UK FOP community, please contact us if you have missed the deadline: Contact Us
FRIDAY:
Arrive at hotel in Kidderminster, Bed and Breakfast included. Evening drinks in the hotel bar. Activities, crafts and a quiz to be planned. This is a drop-inevent. No evening meal will be provided. There are a number of restaurants within walking/driving distance. The hotel also has a restaurant if you prefer. Families can attend as they wish, around their own travel plans.
SATURDAY:
Day out at West Midlands Safari Park. We will have exclusive hire of Spring Grove House for the day. We will meet at 10am, parking is at the venue and free.
Safari Drive @10:30 – 11am (window): Families drive as a family, taking as much time as they like.
1:00pm: A BBQ lunch will be served at Spring grove House.
Guests are free to visit the park as they wish.
Families have access to the House for the entire day until 4pm, to take time out, rest, or chat with others.
4:00pm: We will be asked to vacate Spring Grove House. Families are welcome to
stay in the safari park and enjoy the attractions until the park closes.
SATURDAY EVENING:
7:15pm: Dinner at Bistro Pierre, Kidderminster. Please join us for a family dinner at Bistro Pierre. The menu will be distributed nearer the time for families to preselect their options. This is a three-course meal. Drinks are not included. The restaurant is a short 5 min walk from the hotel, or a 10 minute drive. Dietary requirements will be accommodated.
SUNDAY:
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out is 12pm.
SUNDAY MORNING:
We have arranged for a visit to Arley Arboretum. The garden is fully accessible.
Lunch will be served in Arley House. The weekend will close around 2pm but families are welcome to stay longer to enjoy the arboretum and all it has to offer.
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