Step into the colourful ‘Look Around Playground’ in the Theatre of Curiosity and see how sensory objects prompt you to explore your surroundings differently; complete a Passport to the Stars in the Open City Lab and find out what Jupiter smells like; meet some magical creatures in need of help in live show Fairytale SOS; take […]
Create your own kaleidoscope, play with light and reflection to make patterns, inspired by the images in the Handle with Care: Cornelia Parker & Historic Glass exhibition. Drop-in, free with general admission.
Whale sings his heart out into the deep blue sea… but nobody sings back. Is he the only one like him in the whole ocean? Just when he’s about to give up, a mysterious voice echoes through the waves. Determined to find the singer, Whale embarks on an unforgettable adventure - diving through glowing coral […]
Meet local engineering companies, learn about careers in engineering and enjoy a wide range of activities. Learn how to skewer a balloon without popping it, build and fly a helicopter and discover the life of a modern engineer, as well as exhibits, demos and activities with The James Dyson Foundation, Rotork, TheMOSAIC, BMT, Bath College, […]
Encouraging children to learn new skills, develop confidence and have a great time in a safe woodland environment. A typical day will involve fire lighting, campfire songs, stick carving, woodland detective games, shelter building, fireside jam doughnuts, sculptures, clay creature crafting and much more. Suitable for ages 6-11 years; further information and to booking online
Use one of the templates or create your own to make a giant dinosaur head to paint and glue together. Please wear old clothes as it may get messy. All welcome; under 7’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Design your own animal print inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, working in collage and collagraph. With a gentle, sensory-friendly creative session for families (1-3pm).
Two hours of circus fun, including a 30 minute live show and a 1.5 hour workshop to learn exciting circus skills. Booking required.
Swinging in the jungle! There's a cheeky monkey and a spirally snake waiting for you in this gentle, easy, family friendly crafting session. Under 7’s must be accompanied by an adult.
26 May: rocket powered workshops to design and launch your own bottle rocket or air powered car, using the same principles of engineering in rocket science. 27 May: LEGO® Engineering workshops to build a vehicle from LEGO® that will actually drive! Limited spaces available, please book in advance. Suitable for ages 7+ years. 28 May: […]
Learn about filmmaking, develop skills in directing, camera and photography, acting for screen, editing, production design and more whilst making your own productions. Suitable for ages 7-14 years.
Activity camps for talented, developing, aspiring and novice performers in a fun and progressive environment, allowing the opportunity to learn new skills, a Multi-sports camps contain activities such as athletics, badminton, football, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball and hockey. as well as a variety of multi-skills games. Suitable for Reception to Year 8. 26 & 28 May: […]
With goat and alpaca walks, face painting, bouncy castle, trail, craft stalls and more.
Open to players of all experiences. Coaches will split the players into groups according to age and ability, so that everyone plays and learns at the right level and has an enjoyable day. Masterclasses provide an opportunity for young netballers to benefit from expert positional training. 26, 27 and 29 May: holiday camps; 28 May: Defence […]
Join Paula Ogun Hector to celebrate the power of Carnival to bring people together through dance and music by decorating a large canvas with fabric and card. The completed Carnival Collage will be on display 22–23 June alongside a new textile artwork by Paula to celebrate the contribution made by the Windrush generation.
26 May: Craft in the Shires; 27 May: Butterfly; 29 May: Spaceship Sessions run at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm with additional early session at 9:45am on 27 May. Suitable for ages 5+ years.
Create a large, wild and dreamy landscape using pen and ink, suitable for ages 5-11 years. There will also be Create & Colour sessions in the afternoons, where children can make a blue collage seascape inspired by the exhibition.
Dig for Roman artefacts (replicas) in a special excavation trench and learn how to identify, record, and uncover hidden treasures just like a real archaeologist Sessions at 11am and 12pm.
Character creation session guided by professional DMs which includes a physical creation to take home. There will be a structured one-shot adventure guided by the professional DMs of Alder & Fable (age appropriate); all materials (character sheets, dice, miniatures provided), as well as a toasted sandwich, snacks and drinks, and a set of D&D dice […]
Celebrate a special Roman spring festival and create a flower garland to wear. Festivals in ancient Rome were a very important part of Roman life; one of the primary features of the Roman calendar. Throughout the year, special activities took place such as decorations, meals or games. There will also be Mission Floralia, a new […]
A fun and creative workshop suitable for all abilities to create your own unique bookmark using big needles and cross-stitch fabric. This is an easy introduction to sewing with plenty of scope for creativity in your design. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout.
With crafts, hobby horses, games, ride -on tractors, puppet theatre, books under the story tree, as well as Spring scavenger hunt to see what you can find as you wander around the garden.
Make rainbows and explore the properties of light, with this fun science activity using recycled materials. Drop-in activity, free with museum entry; children enter the museum free with a paying adult.
Craft and build sessions (Monday-Friday) with hands-on activities and creative spaces for all ages, as well as America 250 interactive family trail, and explore Kith & Kin: The Quilts of Gee’s Bend exhibition and fuzzy felt activities. The gardens and play area will also be open. On 25 May, it will be a special pay-what-you-can […]
Explore the museum with a dedicated trail, discover the role forests played in tank warfare, and enjoy a range of hands-on craft activities inspired by the natural world. There will also be vehicle rides, live displays, 300 tanks, children's activities, an opportunity to meet Stick Man (24 May) and join Sophie’s Ceramics for a pottery […]
Lots of outdoor activities including a new, interactive Busy Bees trail suitable for all ages, teepees, deck chairs, an obstacle course and children's games in the Church Garden. A sensory map for children is available, perfect for neurodivergent visitors or younger families to discover the best places to listen to the wind, smell the herbs, […]
Find art boxes in the orchard with everything you need to create a masterpiece, visit the Bothy to make a butterfly mask, and pick up a spotter sheet and wild-art sheet to discover and create on a walk around the gardens and woodland.
Imagine you are a Georgian botanist and make a butterfly or moth artwork in this drop-in activity, free with museum entry. Children free museum entry with a paying adult.
Camps at St Gregory's 16-18 February, 7-10 April, 26-28 May, 27-30 July, 3-6 August, 10-13 August, 26-28 October Camps at Winsley Primary, Bradford-On-Avon Camps 13-14 April, 23-24 July
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.
