May Half Term 2025

Make the most of this May half term break with fun family activities at the Museum! Here is the full line up of events for your family and friends. Booking links and full information for individual events are below:

Saturday 24th May – Sunday 1st June: 

Museum Trail

Pick up a trail from Front Desk and journey around the Museum in search of clues. Each trail includes a small prize (one trail per child)

Most suitable for age 3 and over.

£2 per trail (Museum admission/annual pass required)

Monday 26th May: 

(Bank Holiday, no activities today)

Tuesday 27th May: 

Tales of Adventure: Storytelling & Craft

Hear tales of adventure from our wonderful storyteller Sarah then get crafty and make something to take home.

Most suitable for age 7 and under.

10.30am – 11.30am (please arrive at 10.20am to check-in at Front Desk), £7.75. Booking button below.

Wednesday 28th May:

Tree Painting with Bubble Leaves and Cotton Bud Technique

10.30am – 11.30am (please arrive at 10.20am to check-in at Front Desk), £8.50. Booking button below.

Thursday 29th May

Forest, Fairies and Friends Family Day

10.00am – 12.30pm Crafts, stories and activities free with admission ticket. Some activities require a small additional charge (£1 – £2) e.g. temporary tattoos/badge making. No booking required.

Thursday 29th May:

Mr Toads Tea Party

1.30pm – 2.30pm (please arrive at 10.20am to check-in at Front Desk), £7.75. Booking button below.

Bookings for all charged events can be made here:

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Please Note:

All children must be accompanied by an adult (18+), free of charge. Activity charge is in addition to Museum admission, but you do not need to visit the Museum to access the activities (except for the Easter Trail).