Children and family activities

Mystery, magic and mayhem all await at Forest’s Young Company! During the course, learn the skills to devise and explore a range of characters and situations. It's a chance to create, explore and use...

Do you love drama and acting? If you are aged 13-15 and keen to learn more about theatre then this is the class for you. We will explore acting techniques and have loads of fun with a ton of wonderful...

Get grooving with your toddler! Using colourful props and lots of music we’ll work with you to help your child explore and develop through imaginative movement and play. Your toddler will build their...

Kids can enjoy a Celtic themed activity box during their visit to the Museum of the Iron Age this half term! Treat yourselves to a slice of cake, crisps, hot and cold drinks and ice creams in our café...

Discover some of the Kings and Queens that have ruled England through seven special objects in the museum. As you explore the museum, look out for seven crowns. On the back of each crown will be a...

A half-term dedicated to celebrating Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee! Enjoy bookable workshops, a hunt the crown jewels trail, lots of colouring and Make and Take activities, all celebrating this...

Did you know that our extensive grounds were not only once home to the largest private house in Tudor England, they are also home to a family of fairies? Can you follow the trail to find all the fairy...

Our wonderful exhibition, 'Out of the Blue', uses trees and flowers to make beautiful pictures for fabric, wallpaper, and furniture. Come with us to look around the exhibition – and then make your own...

Due to popular demand, Mr Merlin is back with a new show full of 'wows', wonder and giggles at the museum. Shows take place at 2pm and 3pm and last approx 45 mins £6 per child (under 16 years). £2 per...

Join the StoryTribe for a relaxed interactive performance and help our two intrepid improvising storytellers create the ‘Greatest Story, Never Told!’ Your creative muscles will be gently flexed as you...

Join the StoryTribe for our regular relaxed storytelling session with a different story every time! Family fun, games and interactive storytelling, where imagination roams free. Step into our desert...

We’re very excited about our new exhibition, 'Out of the Blue', which features lovely textures and textiles alongside bold colours. Our half term drop-in sessions give your child a chance to...