Step into the sandals of a Roman doctor-in-training and meet patients with mysterious ailments. Track down the cures they need, uncovering the fascinating beliefs behind Roman healthcare along the way. You can also meet a Roman doctor (24 October-1 November) and discover how people were treated nearly 2,000 years ago, learning about the herbs, honey […]
Make a basic triangular lantern, which can then be adapted and decorated with coloured tissue paper to suit the Natural World theme for the Christmas lantern parade. Suitable for age 8+ years. Sessions run 10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30-3:30pm.
Explore the grounds by taking part in a pumpkin trail throughout the grounds, as well as arts crafts activities and more.
An opportunity to see the children’s tv animations your parents and grandparents watched when they were little and a trip down ‘memory lane’ for the adults! Episodes of Trumpton, Noggin the Nog, The Clangers, Bagpuss, and Ivor the Engine will be screened. Suitable for ages 5-11 years.
Free activities inspired by the current exhibition and museum collections. Free Quiet Time sessions are available 9-10am (booking essential), please book in advance spaces are limited. These sessions take place before the museum opens for those who may find the busy nature of the drop-in sessions overwhelming or those who simply prefer a calm, relaxed […]
A hands-on workshop designed for those interested in birds and want to learn what life is really like behind the scenes at The Bird of Prey Project. Work alongside the experienced bird keepers and take part in genuine day-to-day keeper tasks. Learn all about the birds who live at the centre and how they are […]
Spooktacular STEM and crafts activities for all the family to enjoy. Further details to follow.
Musical theatre workshop of a medley of shows including Wicked, Greatest Showman, Addams Family and more with a full performance (3-3:30pm). Suitable for ages 6-16 years; early drop off including drama games, arts and crafts and sibling discount available.
With storytelling sessions, family activities and special appearances from the Gruffalo. Copies of Gruffalo Granny will also be available to purchase. No need to book; first come, first-served basis.
Celebrate Halloween in and amongst real hawks and owls starting with a sunset flying display over the pumpkin-scattered meadow, then visit the birds and take part in creepy crawly activities and games and learn about wildlife, conservation and the importance of the bugs, beetles and creepy-crawlies for nature everywhere.
