A celebration of the timeless beauty of the English countryside with daring, high-risk acts, fun, excitement and charm. To come to Giffords is to immerse yourself in another world and escape everyday life for a few hours.
With experienced BHS-qualified coaches in lessons offering a high standard of horse-care and broadening knowledge in all areas. Riders will spend their days making full use of the onsite equestrian facilities, combined with fun leisure activities. The camp includes daily riding lessons with BHS-qualified coaches, the opportunity to bring your own horse or loan one […]
An interactive family trail packed with themed activities, forest facts and hands-on fun. Help Witch find her lost hat, bow and wand, and collect the special ingredients she needs to complete her spell, but watch out for Dragon along the way! Once you’ve finished the trail, snap a photo with Witch and her animal friends […]
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 range of family-friendly activities including: Lego Engineering: Be an engineer for the day and make your own moving vehicle. Suitable for ages 7+. Pre-bookable sessions Wednesdays and Fridays; suitable for ages 7+ years. Rocket-Powered Workshops: Design and launch your own bottle rocket or air powered car, using the same principles of engineering in rocket […]
Marking the 400th anniversary of his birth, this exhibition celebrates wide-ranging pursuits and scientific interests of John Aubrey, the famous seventeenth century antiquarian, scientist, and biographer. The exhibition will feature significant loans from across the country. Part of the Chippenham - Our History project.
Marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout the year, the Museum will explore the ideas, events and people behind the American Revolution and reflect on its lasting legacy. From 14 February, there will be new America 250 displays in the Museum, which are part of a special exhibition and trail […]
Have some outdoor fun at the Stableyard and Summer of Play Meadow. Scramble up the straw castle, aim for gold at the archery range, or race through the meadow maze to find the hidden camp.
This year the REME Museum Gnomes are saddling up for a summer of dressage fun. Explore the competing teams, discover their score cards, choose your champion and place your vote in the Winner Pot. Reception staff will advise where to go, what to do and where to get your trail pack.
An exhibition of paintings by Glenn Brown, one of the most celebrated painters to emerge from the generation of Young British Artists. Glenn Brown in Bath: Grottoesque will be on exhibition at No1 Royal Crescent from 22 May. Together, representing a homecoming for Brown, who studied at the Bath School of Art and Design.
Exhibition celebrating the resurgence of printmaking from the mid-19th century onwards, spaning the reappraisal of the artform in the 1850s through to the 1930s. Bringing together prints by key artists of the movement including Édouard Manet, Pierre Bonnard, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Pablo Picasso, among others, the exhibition explores how these artists, primarily known for […]
Celebrating craft, art and moving sculpture, a family exhibition of animated models, toys and whimsical characters. Discover the world of mechanical art made by contemporary makers and get hands on in creative play workshops. Touring exhibition by Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, featuring 25 vibrant and witty mechanical sculptures, brought to life at the push of a […]
Get active outdoors on a Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the parkland for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers and complete your own challenges. Trail sheets available to collect on the day.
A display of works by Horton Colour Pencil Society, a combination of local artists and their passion for coloured pencils. Entry included in standard Museum admission (under 18s free).
The planets of our solar system have hidden around the Museum rooms this summer. Once you’ve spotted them all, colour in a planet sticker to take home. Free with museum entry, and children enter the museum for free with a paying adult.
Visit the learning space at the end of your visit and enjoy Georgian-themed games, craft activities and dressing up. Free with museum entry, and children enter the museum for free with a paying adult.
Weekly screenings of family classics and recent favourites, exclusively for children and their parents or carers. Unaccompanied adults are not admitted.
Bringing together objects from the Museum’s collection alongside Hannah Lim’s contemporary sculptural works, some of which have been created in direct response to items within the collection. Shaped by her upbringing in London and her mixed Singaporean and British heritage, Lim works with materials including polymer clay, wood, and metal to create playful sculptures that […]
Exhibition celebrating the artist and master printmaker Norman Ackroyd CBE RA (1938-2024), bringing together Ackroyd's etchings from the 1980s onwards, with a focus on how he portrayed natural light with exceptional finesse. From subtle refracted rainbows in early works, to dramatic contrasts, hazy skies and glimmering vistas, his ability to capture the atmosphere of a […]
Films and talks, a book of original research and fascinating stories about the history of cinemas in the area. Mr Harold Willis, a projectionist at the Beau Nash cinema will present anecdotes and memories. There will also be a special film screening of Cinema Paradiso at the Little Theatre Cinema on 17 May as well […]
Learn how to handle a bow and arrow and test your skills to hit the targets supported by instructors (each child can fire up to 12 arrows). Suitable for ages 6+ years.
With native species flying displays, guest speakers, experts panels and more.
An informative discovery day about free-living honeybees and their lives led by members of the Natural Beekeeping Trust. Step into the observation hide to watch bees at work, try bee puzzles and challenges to enter the prize draw, and create bee crafts to take home. Suitable for ages 3+ years.
Full of variety, creativity, and energy - ensuring children have an unforgettable experience whether they prefer to kick back and craft away, or head outside and get active. Activities include laser tag, zorbing, soft archery, Nerf battles, arts & crafts (with keepsakes to treasure), team games and challenges, Friday party day, featuring fancy dress, bouncy […]
Students will take part in team-building, creative, academic and wellbeing-focused sessions, as well as the chance to make new friends, develop self-esteem, confidence, communication and social skills, and meet staff at the School. Year 5 Monday to Wednesday, Year 6 Thursday to Friday.
Intensive touch typing course designed to build confidence, speed and accuracy. Individuals will spend 4 hours a day for 4 days and can choose typequick for students 11-14 years and typequick professional for students aged 12+ years. Sessions are broken up with regular breaks for fresh air and activity away from the screen. This focused […]
Tennis camps for orange ball (U9), green ball (U10) and U14s. Open to members and non-members; early drop-off and late pick-ups by prior arrangement.
Offering a range of sports activities such as dodgeball, kick-rounders, capture the flag, infinity tag and much more. In addition, there will be some art and crafts, games and competitions, cinema club, escape room and tuck shop at breaktime. Suitable for school children in years 1-6 (ages 5-11 years). Please bring a packed lunch, snacks […]
SuperCamps Bath holiday club offering indoor and outdoor play while on camp, with access to sports facilities including sports hall, sports field and astroturf, as well as plenty of classrooms. In addition to Multi-Activity camps for children aged 4-12 years, SuperCamps will be running Specialist Courses at this venue: LegoⓇ Play and Take the Stage. […]
Learn the skills of singing, acting, and dance in fun, exciting and encouraging themed workshops that are full of creativity! Family and friends are invited to watch a showcase at the end of the workshop. Suitable for ages 6-16 years.
