Events for 5th October 2024

An opportunity to see the College on a normal working day. A pupil will take you on a tour of the College and then you will meet informally with the Headmaster and key members of staff over refreshments in the Mansion. The annual Open Morning is more of a celebration with a formal address from […]

The morning will start with a tour of the School and grounds with current pupils, followed by an individual meeting with the Head Master and Director of Admissions. Everyone welcome, refreshments provided. Private visits are also welcome any time, call 01761 235103 or email admissions@downside.co.uk.

Please register online. If you would like to visit the School before our Open Day please call the Admissions team on 01225 721133 or email admissions@monkton.org.uk.

There will be an introduction from the Head Master, Alastair Tighe, a tour of the School and the opportunity to meet with key staff. Registration online, email to admissions@wells.cathedral.school or call 01749 834441

Free exhibition featuring a selection of the 150,000 artefacts, specimens and books donated and cared for in our the collections of the Institute. Highlighting key people and events in the Institution’s history to demonstrate how it survived through two centuries. Some items are on show for the first time and will explore the circumstances in […]

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.

Free admission for families during half-term (26 October – 3 November) and a ‘Fantastical Tails’ gallery trail inspired by the wonderful creatures and animals in Chila Burman and Paula Rego’s work; suitable for ages 6yrs+.

Learn to create your own ceramic bust reminiscent of a Georgian lady or gentleman. Think about who is portrayed in the sculptures, how they have chosen to look important and how do we show importance in portraits in the modern day? Suitable for ages 8-14 years.

Showcasing the latest and best models built by Brickish members around the UK. There will also be a marketplace with special offers and sets and the opportunity to help build a giant LEGO mosaic. Tickets on sale online.

A celebration of all things autumnal including pumpkin patch Fur, Fangs, and Feathers scavenger hunt (28 Oct–1 Nov) to explore the zoo, hunt for hidden clues whilst learning all about some fascinating animals and native wildlife. Participants will receive a discount pumpkins purchased from the patch and win a family animal adoption of your choice. […]

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 […]

The Unforgettable Behaviour exhibition showcases 39 photographs from previous Wildlife Photographer of the Year collections, displaying some of the most incredible animal behaviour moments ever captured on camera. The photos show an extraordinary range of surprising, and often deeply moving, acts by animals. They have been chosen to allow visitors to connect with animals they […]

Regular music-making session for under 5’s and dads or male caregivers. Unleash your child’s potential with music and develop emotional control, language, math skills and creativity through play. Discover how child-led musical play helps with developing baby and toddler’s managing big emotions, powerful communication skills, a love of language, a foundation in numbers and their inner rockstar. The […]

A hands-on workshop for beginners and those who haven't used their machine for a while to guide you through setting up and how to get the most from your machine, including learning to wind the bobbin and thread your machine, understanding the various functions and stitches and simple problem solving. Bring your own machine and […]

Drop-in activity suitable for all ages. Make a playing card holder or mail a hug to use with family and friends.

With music, games, food and drink, crafts, stalls, apple pressing and tasting.

Embark on a whimsical journey with the Little Prince as he wanders the universe in search of the true meaning of friendship. Enter a world of endless sunsets, where people are like flowers, and grown-ups are, well, pretty peculiar. They think serious things are silly and silly things are serious. They’ve forgotten how to look […]

Join a witchy story time with illustrator Steven Lenton and learn all about The Green-fingered Witch in a funny rhyming story. When Cress starts Witch School, she soon finds out she’s not like the other pupils. Her clothes are wrong, and she can’t fly a broom or make potions. In fact, the only witchy thing […]

A new Son et Lumiere installation marking the first light and sound installation in the Abbey. The stained-glass windows of the Abbey will be brought to life using light projections and musical compositions highlighting the intricate designs and colours that define these masterpieces and echo the colours and stories once painted across the architecture.