Events for 20th April 2024

An exciting new show for 2024.

An exciting new show for 2024.

Quiet morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit. All sounds and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.

Free bobsleigh and skeleton experience for young people aged 16-25 years.

A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.

With 60 abseilers, a bouncy castle, two DJs, face-painting, barbecue, cake, and refreshments cakes in the Church Hall, raffles, tombola, teddy tombola, pick a lolly, guess the name of the dog, sweets in the jar and lots more family fun! Bring a blanket and enjoy the fun!

A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.

A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.

A CPD workshop for those who want to take learning outdoors or anyone thinking of setting up a home-education group to gain ideas/skills and meet like-minded people. In addition, it would also suit those considering forest school training. During the day you will have the chance to hear about some experiences over the last 11 […]

Celebrating a journey through the diversity of American landscapes, history and culture in this contemporary, immersive experience, where visitors join in and share their own stories. There will be large-scale-travel games, theatrical sets, and an array of American road-trip memorabilia, as well a chance to get up close to an original 1958 Harley Davidson Duo […]

Experience the beauty of 70,000 daffodils in bloom during March and April, with waves of different varieties opening in succession across the contemporary and historic grounds and gardens. The New American Garden, designed by US landscape architects Oehme, van Sweden, features 40,000 narcissus alone.

A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.

Swish, squelch and splash your way through the 3-D sensory installations in Bear Wood to find real bears at the end in this fun family trail.

Everyday during Museum opening hours, you can take part in free, themed creative activities in the family-friendly creative space on the ground floor.

Aa family-focused exhibition, showcasing over 60 dragon-themed objects from the Museum’s collection. Explore the stories and symbolism of dragons across China, Japan, and Korea through our family-friendly activities. Design your own dragon to hang in the ‘Dragon Gallery’; write your own dragon myth; and learn more about their history through the Fun Facts Trail and […]

Join in with some mermaid magic with Hannah Peel reading some ocean tales. Free drop-in event suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0-6 years.

The award-winning Indefinite Articles present a play with clay, where the audience are invited to participate. Come to a place where the earth’s natural material meets with children’s imaginations: a world of fabulous forms, amazing animals and morphing monsters. Each session is totally unique - creating its own world, its own characters and its own […]

An opportunity to get creative! Sessions run 1-1:50pm and 2-2:50pm.

An introduction to using a variety of small power tools and hand tools eg. cordless drill, sander, jig saw or hammer, screwdriver, and hacksaw. It will include learning which tool is the best one to use, how to set up for different materials, using equipment for basic jobs and safely using tools and issues to lookout […]

Suitable for ages 12+, shows at 230pm and 7pm. Tickets available online

Written by Sue Curtis in collaboration with Jon Monie. Step into an uproarious journey through the mayhem of Regency Theatre! This play takes you on an insane, hilarious, and moving adventure, telling the extraordinary life story of Joseph Grimaldi. Grimaldi is ready to unveil his final show, aiming to share his life with the audience. […]

The award-winning Indefinite Articles present a play with clay, where the audience are invited to participate. Come to a place where the earth’s natural material meets with children’s imaginations: a world of fabulous forms, amazing animals and morphing monsters. Each session is totally unique - creating its own world, its own characters and its own […]

Suitable for ages 12+, shows at 230pm and 7pm. Tickets available online