Past Events

Little Red Riding Hood is no longer little, she no longer wears a hood and she wants to be called by her real name. She’s questioning everything. And so are Mother, the Woodcutter and even the Wolf! A playful and mischievous retelling of the familiar fairy tale, with original songs and signature Roustabout silliness, that dares you to step off the path and write your own story. What would you do if you could?  Suitable for age 4+ years.

With lots of family-friendly activities and stands: emergency vehicles, a children’s health stand with storytelling and role playing activities, activities from the RUH nursery, Riverside. People can book swimming slots, bouncy castle, facepainting and fairground-style games. There will also be an opportunity to meet staff and find out about life at the hospital in an informal environment.

With bar and barbecue, inflatables, games and lots more! All proceeds go to help support the school environment, school trips and development of educational resource.

Bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, a new version brought to life by a fresh young cast who bring energy, vitality and passion to this ultimate musical classic.  

Bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, a new version brought to life by a fresh young cast who bring energy, vitality and passion to this ultimate musical classic.  

A fun-filled matchday experience as the men’s team take on Enfield Town with reduced ticket prices and free for under-12s (must be accompanied by an adult). In addition, there will be children’s activities around the ground from 2pm including a speed shot ‘Beat the Goalie’ game (U16’s only), ice cream van and face painting. Families are also warmly invited to use the John Reynolds lounge before the match and during half time. The bar will be open and offering refreshments…

Bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, a new version brought to life by a fresh young cast who bring energy, vitality and passion to this ultimate musical classic.  

Bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, a new version brought to life by a fresh young cast who bring energy, vitality and passion to this ultimate musical classic.  

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.

A wide variety of wellness activities and workshops, including pilates, yoga, sound gongs, breathwork, life coaching, hypnosis, ice baths, journaling and gratitude as well as treatments, food stalls and dancing under the stars to the resident DJ. Further details and tickets available online.

An opportunity for parents and children considering their options for to visit the School, take a tour, meet with staff and have the opportunity to ask questions about studying at Sheldon School. For further information and booking, please email visit@sheldonschool.co.uk

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+.

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 Glide motorcycle, on loan from Haynes Motor Museum. Explore the origins and stories behind the cultural phenomenon, and be transported across thousands of miles on…

Featuring around 100 posters, this blockbuster show brings bohemian Montmartre to Bath with bright colours and bold lines, Toulouse-Lautrec's striking artwork captured the essence of turn-of-the-century Parisian nightlife. Pieces include his first poster of the Moulin Rouge and the cancan dancers of La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, alongside works by other celebrated artists of the day. Steinlein’s iconic Tournée du Chat Noir, an advert for Ruinart champagne by Alphonse Mucha and theatre posters by Jules Cheret as well as work…

The opportunity to join a tour and learn more about the site as a family. Sign up purchase tickets from visitor reception in the barn (limited capacity, tickets offered on a first come, first served basis with normal admission fee). Tours run 11-1145am and 1-145pm subject to volunteer availability.

Little Red Riding Hood is no longer little, she no longer wears a hood and she wants to be called by her real name. She’s questioning everything. And so are Mother, the Woodcutter and even the Wolf! A playful and mischievous retelling of the familiar fairy tale, with original songs and signature Roustabout silliness, that dares you to step off the path and write your own story. What would you do if you could?  Suitable for age 4+ years.

An opportunity for parents and children considering their options for to visit the School, take a tour, meet with staff and have the opportunity to ask questions about studying at Sheldon School. For further information and booking, please email visit@sheldonschool.co.uk

An opportunity to learn more about the School and meet with current staff.

Interactive sessions for children and carers to spend time together with drama, singing, crafting and story time activities inspired by the features of the Abbey, led by practitioner Holly Dabbs. Sessions run 930-1030am for children aged 2-4 years, and 11am-12pm for children under age 2. Ticket includes one parent/carer and child (accompanying babies in arms free). Tickets available online. September: colourful flags; October: super shapes; November: light and dark.  

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 which they found their way into the Collection, and what this reveals of the shifts in our scientific, cultural and moral understanding over this period.

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+.

An uplifting and relaxing hour with a talented live musician playing beautiful acoustic versions of well-known folk, jazz and pop songs. Enjoyable for both big and small ears alike there’ll be beautiful, atmospheric sensory visuals perfect for even the youngest audience members. Sit and listen or chat to friends in this relaxed, no pressure and no judgment gig that offers a gentle, interactive time for you and your little one. Age guide: 10am (0-2yrs) and 11.30am (all ages welcome).