TICKETS are now on sale for the Polar Bears Picnic, which will be held at the Gardens of Easton Lodge on Sunday August 12. The event, which is being organised by Stop Stansted Expansion, is a variation on the teddy bears picnic which it has held at the ga

TICKETS are now on sale for the Polar Bears Picnic, which will be held at the Gardens of Easton Lodge on Sunday August 12.

The event, which is being organised by Stop Stansted Expansion, is a variation on the teddy bears picnic which it has held at the gardens since 2005.

The gardens open at noon and the picnic starts with fun and games, entertainment from Astra Magic and face painting from 1.30pm.

Judging of the best dressed teddy and polar bears begins at 2.30pm, with prizes awarded shortly after.

The categories will be best campaigning teddy, best loved teddy, best dressed teddy, most cuddly teddy, biggest teddy, smallest teddy, best drawing of a teddy.

Admission to the event on a family ticket, which allows four people entry, is £15. Single tickets (adults and children) are £4.20 and £3.80 for concessions.

To book a place through Stop Stansted Expansion call 01279 870558 or download a booking form on the website www.stopstanstedexpansion.com under coming events.

Tickets will also available on the day. Marquee cover in case of rain. Bring a picnic or visit the Gardens Café.