Free family fun all across Hampshire this summer holiday!

Location:
Museum of the Iron Age
Cost:
Free for Andover Museum - Annual Ticket applies for Museum of the Iron Age
Dates:
20 Jul 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
Category:
Art and Craft, Children & family activities, Summer
Times:
During venue opening days and hours - check before visit

Get ready for a summer packed with time-travelling adventures, at 10 museums all across Hampshire! Step into history and explore a different era each week as you train to become an official Time Detective Agent.

Take part in free family trails, hands-on crafts, and exciting challenges designed for curious minds of all ages!

 

Your Time Travel Mission Schedule

(Check individual venue opening days in advance)

Weeks 1 & 2: Ancient History

Monday 20 July – Sunday 2 August

Weeks 3 & 4: Medieval History

Monday 3 August – Sunday 16 August

Weeks 5 & 6: Modern History

Monday 17 August – Sunday 30 August

 

Become a Time Detective!

  • Start your journey by completing your first activity and receive your very own TDA Trainee ID Card
  • Earn Mission Complete stickers at any participating venue
  • Collect 4 stickers to unlock an exclusive Time Detective Agency badge!

 

Free event – no booking required!
Drop in, explore, and travel through time all summer long.

 

 

  • Time Detective's Desk with Notebook, files, historic objects and pictures
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