Children & Families

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We love to welcome families, and there are many things for you to do! Discover our galleries, displays, and a programme of family events, creative craft workshops and activities inspired by our museum collections over the school holidays.

Upcoming Activities

  • Summer Fun! Children’s Summer Crafts!

    Wednesday 30th July and every Wednesday throughout August

    10:30am-11:30am Or 1:30pm-2:30pm

    £5 per child Booking required

    Book now

  • GRIMWOOD MUSEUM ADVENTURE

    THIS SUMMER HOLIDAY! 

    This August, join a museum trail at The Heritage Centre for the Grimwood Museum Adventure, organised by Kids in Museums and Simon & Schuster. The trail celebrates the new Grimwood book, " Rock the Vote! " by Nadia Shireen. 

    Pick up a free activity sheet to find Grimwood characters, elect a new Mayor, and design a campaign poster. Complete the trail for a sticker and enter a contest to win a signed Grimwood bundle and a Double National Art Pass + Kids.

    Over 65 UK museums will participate from August 2- 26, encouraging family visits 2025.

We have museum trails, activity sheets, and colouring sheets for our younger visitors. Whether you pop in for a quick visit or spend a little more time exploring, you’ll find activities to engage and educate the whole family, from toddlers to grandparents!

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We asked, ‘What do you think about our museum…’

Your answers have made us very happy. Thank you.

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