Rave in the nave
Eat, sleep, rave, repeat! This afternoon family silent disco at the Newport Minster is a great way to experience the site in a new way. Perfect for children over the age of 5 accompanied by an adult, three music channels mean there’s a sound to suit everyone. Need some dancing fuel? The Minster Cafe will be open for drinks and snacks.
Hands-On Architecture
Discover Buxton’s Victorian Pump Room and learn about its fascinating architecture through family crafts. Inspired by Buxton’s rich architectural heritage, families can design, build, and decorate their own structures, take part in fun challenges, and learn about the unique styles that make Buxton special. Sketch a grand Georgian facade, craft intricate Victorian details or construct a mini masterpiece from Lego!
Helicopter heroes
Dive into the fascinating world of helicopter emergency medical services with a behind the scenes glimpse at the East Anglian Air Ambulance base. Explore the hangar where the helicopter lives, peek into the crew’s rest facilities and see how the interactive simulation suite helps train staff. Discover how East Anglian Air Ambulance, funded almost entirely by supporter donations, brings critical care directly to patients in their greatest time of need.
History adventure
Your family’s mission: catch a thief – and help Jane get back her father’s stolen silk! This family walk through Southwark explores Black Tudor history and is packed with interactive elements, including the opportunity to smell the memorable scents of old London and answer lots of riddles. Perfect for families with kids aged 7-11.
Anglo-Saxon life
Families can step back in time at Jarrow Hall! Learn about the story of Anglo-Saxon Northumbria, head out onto the farm to meet the animals or visit a demonstration Anglo-Saxon village, Gyrwe, to see the reconstructed buildings and learn more about the lives of the Anglo-Saxons. Take part in a hands-on wattling workshop to learn how wattle and daub walls were built or get building with Lego and Minecraft architectural activities.
Obstacle course
There’s plenty of World War Two (WWII) history to discover at Studland Bay. Learn how Britain prepared to defend its coastline, about the D-Day rehearsals that took place, and the WWII structures still found on site. Families can take a self-guided walk around some of the remaining WWII remnants or get hands on with activities including a mini obstacle course, clay tile making and code cracking.
Brick frogs?!
Think all bricks are the same? Think again! Dorking Museum has lots to tell you about one of our oldest building materials. Look at bricks from local brickworks - can you identify them by their 'frogs'? Can you recreate local building brick patterns in Lego? Head off on a special trail around the town to see how many different buildings materials and brick patterns you can find!
A little festival
Ever wanted the opportunity to meet Robin Hood, Lady Marian, Superman and Superwoman in one fell swoop? Alongside this brilliantly eclectic roster of special guests, the Little Festival of Heritage & Nature at Mill Waters offers families opportunities to enjoy live music and traditional craft activities, including a lime mortar session. For the fearless (aged 8+), there’s also the chance to abseil from England’s oldest railway viaduct – and for those looking for more sedate fun, there’s boat trips out onto King Mill Reservoir. Truly something for everyone!
All about salt
The Lion Salt Works is a restored historic open-pan salt making site which operates as an award-winning Museum, café and shop for people of all ages to enjoy. Families can discover how salt is made, enjoy a free guided tour or try their hand at family crafts.
Minibeast Metropolis
Bug hunters, look no further! Join a family-friendly minibeast safari and learn more about the history of Hollybush Farm. Find out about the places minibeasts call home and how to make them feel welcome in your garden. Other family friendly activities include building a bug-hotel from recycled materials. Minibeast costumes not essential – but welcome!
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