Events for 12th October 2024

Make an Autumn themed lantern with the theme glowing colours.

Please register online. If you would like to visit the School at another time, please contact the Admissions team on 01225 721133 or email admissions@monkton.org.uk

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.

Annual 'Military and Transport' themed model show in this family friendly event. The day will feature IMPS (UK) Modelling Clubs from across the country showcasing military and transport-related models, remote-controlled tank displays, opportunities to buy modelling kits from clubs and trade stands; as well as entry to the Museum and display from the Museum’s own model […]

This course covers record keeping and legal considerations, care of neonatal and juvenile 'orphan' birds and mammals, care of adult birds and mammals, and a Q&A session. Participants will receive course handouts (emailed after the course), invitation to attend a course practical day (charges apply), and a voucher for £10 off the SWWR Introduction to […]

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 […]

Join in with seasonal field tasks to be productive, educational, engaging and sociable and have fun whilst learning where our food comes from in a beautiful setting, overlooking Chew Valley Lake. Adults and (supervised) children are 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.

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 […]

An interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join an intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! There will also be a special meet and greet after the […]

Three dancers' shimmy through the audience weaving a tapestry of sticky tape in a tactile dance performance for young children. Tape, stick and groove, to see and feel sound or to be still, watch and listen. Audiences are encouraged to explore freely, choosing how they engage, and turning the rules upside down in this interactive, […]

Make a fun, witches hat candle holder. You will be shown the basic steps but creativity and individuality is encouraged! You can make your hat look worn and battered, or super neat and pointy! Which witch would you be? Ticket includes all materials, a hot drink and firing; suitable for ages 12+ (children under 18 […]

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.

An opportunity to see three stand-up acts along with a compere - from familiar faces to rising stars, different performers every week. In addition, tickets include club night entry to The Big Disco after the show.