News, events and schools' information for families across Bath and West Wiltshire

Festive Papercraft Decorations at Trowbridge Museum

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Learn techniques to create beautiful, unique decorations. The workshop will inspire you to explore your creativity and discover the endless possibilities of paper to leave with handmade decorations. No experience necessary; suitable for ages 16+ years.

SCream Tea at Trowbridge Museum

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A bewitching afternoon tea with a spooky sweet treat and hot drink (dairy-free/vegan option by advanced request). Sessions run 2-3pm and 3-4pm.

Lantern making workshop at Trowbridge Museum

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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.

Knitting workshop at Trowbridge Museum

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Join Kathy for a welcoming, hands-on introduction to the world of knitting and learn how to cast on, work basic knit stitches, and cast off to create your very first project square. Suitable for complete beginners, all materials provided, ages 14+ years.

Saxons & Vikings (home ed) at Trowbridge Museum

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Using objects, clothing, images and role-playing to explore Anglo-Saxon England ​and find ​out what happened when the Vikings came sailing over the horizon. Suitable for home educated children aged 5-8 years (primary KS1 equivalent).

Local Crafters Market at Trowbridge Museum

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Explore handmade crafts and support local makers. The November market will be a special Christmas market coinciding with Trowbridge’s annual festive lights switch-on and town-wide celebrations.

Identity at Trowbridge Museum

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Inaugural exhibition of the Trowbridge Artists’ Network bringing together a mix of amateur, hobbyist, and professional artists aiming to make art accessible in diverse forms and foster a supportive community where everyone feels welcome. The core purpose is to create an inclusive space for creativity, learning, and connection.  

May Half Term Crafts at Trowbridge Museum

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26 May: Craft in the Shires; 27 May: Butterfly; 29 May: Spaceship Sessions run at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm with additional early session at 9:45am on 27 May. Suitable for ages 5+ years.

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