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Str atford-upon-Avon
Butterfly Farm to celebr ate
Sir David Attenborough’s
100th birthday!
Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm was delighted to announce a very special celebration
on Friday 8 May, marking the 100th birthday of Sir David Attenborough, one of the
world’s most treasured naturalists. Sir David Attenborough, who has previously visited the
Butterfly Farm, has long been an inspiration to the team and to millions around the world
through his passion for wildlife and conservation.
To honour this remarkable milestone and Sir David’s lifelong
dedication to the natural world, the Butterfly Farm hosted
a unique event inviting two classes from local schools,
Stratford-upon-Avon Primary and Thomas Jolyffe Primary,
that took part in the release of 100 stunning Blue Morpho
butterflies into the rainforest Flight Area. This symbolic
gesture celebrates not only Sir David’s extraordinary legacy
but also aims to inspire the next generation to appreciate and
protect the beauty of nature.
Clive Farrell, commented,
“
The Mayor of Stratford-upon-Avon, Dani Hunter, Stratfordupon-Avon MP Manuela Perteghella, and her Chief of Staff,
Jennifer Gray, also attended the celebration.
The morning event saw children experience the wonder of
butterflies up close, creating a memorable tribute to a man
who has spent decades bringing the natural world into our
homes and hearts. Adding to the significance of the occasion,
Butterfly Farm owner Clive Farrell, a renowned lepidopterist,
also celebrated his birthday the following day. Clive’s passion
and expertise have helped make the Butterfly Farm one of the
UK’s leading attractions for tropical butterflies’ conservation
and education.
Sir David Attenborough has inspired generations to care
deeply about wildlife and the environment. It is a real
privilege to celebrate his 100th birthday at the Butterfly
Farm, especially as he has visited us in the past. His
1983 ‘Wildlife on One: A Touch of the Butterflies’ led
to long queues forming at my London Butterfly House
following its broadcast. Since then I have never looked
back, opening four butterfly houses in the UK, one in
Switzerland, one in Florida and the breeding farm in
Belize. To share this moment with young people makes
it even more special, as they are the future custodians
of our planet.”
To see hundreds of spectacular butterflies, insects, reptiles,
and spiders visit the Butterfly Farm from 10am to 6:00pm,
last entry 5.30pm. Open every day of the week except
Christmas Day. For more information including purchasing
gift vouchers, admission prices and group rates, please visit
the website at www.butterflyfarm.co.uk
or telephone on 01789 299288.
Above, Clive Farrell with the two David’s
Above, Morpho peleides
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