Events for 25th April 2024

Calling all young science enthusiasts! Do you have a space or astronomy question you would love to know the answer to? Send in your questions and local space experts will do their best to answer them. Then visit the museum in half term and see your question on display along with the answer. There will […]

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.

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.

A highly entertaining and engaging play, delivered with enthusiasm and energy, which focuses on the development of the bond between a father and son which has become strained by the latter’s desire for greater independence as he moves to secondary school and his father’s concern for his safety. Using humour, music, lively action and audience […]

A morning of play, sing and sign, story telling and tea/coffee for the adults for families living with deafness. Open to all, please confirm attendance.

Learn how to massage your baby safely whilst learning about the numerous benefits of this ancient practice; including techniques to relieve wind, constipation, teething pains, and also aid better sleep in this dedicated 75 minute class. We provide an organic massage oil for you to keep, a take home booklet with all the massage instructions, […]

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 […]

A highly entertaining and engaging play, delivered with enthusiasm and energy, which focuses on the development of the bond between a father and son which has become strained by the latter’s desire for greater independence as he moves to secondary school and his father’s concern for his safety. Using humour, music, lively action and audience […]

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

An opportunity to visit the College and discover the range of courses, tour the facilities, meet tutors, and speak to student services about funding, transport, careers advice and learning support. Please register to reserve your place.