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.
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Vintage children’s animation shows at Museum of Bath at Work
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.
Revolting Roman Remedies at Roman Baths
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...
Storytime with Gruffalo Granny at Westonbirt Arboretum
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.
Musical Theatre Medley Workshop at Prior Park Colllege
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.
Haunted Hawks at Bird of Prey Project
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.
Half-term Craft at Bath Abbey
Join Paula Ogun Hector to celebrate the power of Carnival to bring people together through dance and music by decorating a large canvas with fabric and card. The completed Carnival Collage will be on display 22–23 June alongside a new textile artwork by Paula to celebrate the contribution made by the Windrush generation.
Trio of Puds Workshop with CookStars
Create a selection of delicious sweet treats – chocolate truffle cookie cups, mini cinnamon and apple pies, and mini strawberry cheesecakes, as well as enjoying some crafts. All materials included and recipes to take home.
May Half Term at The Tank Museum
Explore the museum with a dedicated trail, discover the role forests played in tank warfare, and enjoy a range of hands-on craft activities inspired by the natural world. There will also be vehicle rides, live displays, 300 tanks, children’s activities, an opportunity to meet Stick Man (24 May) and join Sophie’s Ceramics for a pottery...
Archaeology Adventures at the Roman Baths
Dig for Roman artefacts (replicas) in a special excavation trench and learn how to identify, record, and uncover hidden treasures just like a real archaeologist Sessions at 11am and 12pm.
May Half Term at Victoria Art Gallery
Create a large, wild and dreamy landscape using pen and ink, suitable for ages 5-11 years. There will also be Create & Colour sessions in the afternoons, where children can make a blue collage seascape inspired by the exhibition.
Halloween Adventure at Bowood
Explore the grounds by taking part in a pumpkin trail throughout the grounds, as well as arts crafts activities and more.
Make a Spectroscope at The Herschel Museum
Make rainbows and explore the properties of light, with this fun science activity using recycled materials. Drop-in activity, free with museum entry; children enter the museum free with a paying adult.
Marvellous Moths and Butterflies at No1 Royal Crescent
Imagine you are a Georgian botanist and make a butterfly or moth artwork in this drop-in activity, free with museum entry. Children free museum entry with a paying adult.
Junior Bird Keeper Experience at Bird of Prey Project
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...
Half-term creative activities at Chippenham Museum
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...
STEM Workshops at the REME Museum
Spooktacular STEM and crafts activities for all the family to enjoy. Further details to follow.
May Half-term Activities at the REME Museum
26 May: rocket powered workshops to design and launch your own bottle rocket or air powered car, using the same principles of engineering in rocket science. 27 May: LEGO® Engineering workshops to build a vehicle from LEGO® that will actually drive! Limited spaces available, please book in advance. Suitable for ages 7+ years. 28 May:...
Half Term Holiday Clubs at The Little Gym Bath
Holiday camp suitable for ages 3-12 years. Please email email hidden; JavaScript is required for further details and booking.
Half Term Holiday Clubs at The Little Gym Bath
Holiday camp suitable for ages 3-12 years. Please email email hidden; JavaScript is required for further details and booking.
Half Term Holiday Clubs at The Little Gym Bath
Holiday camp suitable for ages 3-12 years. Please email email hidden; JavaScript is required for further details and booking.