Pumpkins, conkers and daffodil bulbs are all in the mix for a half-term Carmarthenshire Council fostering fun day.

The venue could not be more spectacular. It’s at the National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, on Friday, October 28.

Entry to the Gardens is free for all the foster families. Anyone who has an interest in becoming a foster carer can gain free entry by calling 08000933699 to confirm their attendance.

The day, starting at 11am, will be full of free activities including pumping carving, taking part in a Bonkers Conker Competition, conker necklace making, busy craft tables and face painting and a trip to the new Butterfly House ahead of a significant bulb planting ceremony.

The Botanical Gardens management have designated a special garden on one of their main walks in the shape of the Carmarthenshire council’s fostering service mascot, Cal the Bear. There carers and children will be involved in planting a daffodil bulb representing each one of more than 200 foster children in the county.

The county’s fostering service will also be launching their new brochure at the event. A cake in the shape of mascot Cal the Bear will be cut at 1pm at the stage in the Glass House to launch the literature.

County executive board member for children’s services, Cllr Gareth Jones, said: “The foster team strived to provide colourful activities and outings for carers and their charges. It is encouraging to see the county’s major year round attractions the Botanical Gardens supporting the fostering team.

“Foster is a rewarding career in so many ways for those who have room in their home and lives to give youngsters love, care and an opportunity to improve their life chances.

“The authority are always looking for foster carers to care for teenagers in particular. If you are interested in becoming a foster carer this event would be a wonderful opportunity to chat with carers and see them with their foster children.”

Anyone interested in fostering a Carmarthenshire child can contact the fostering service on 0800 0933699.