Ritual Marks and Hidden Objects – 25 Oct to 2 Nov
Explore the Museum this October Half Term!
Everyday over the half term you can explore our Ritual Marks and Hidden Objects Trail – Go on a spooky adventure to find ritual marks and hidden objects whilst learning about the folklore and superstitions of the past. Discover how they were believed to protect homes from the evil spirits!
Monday, 27 – Ghostly Tales with The Bard Dawn
Join our resident storyteller, Dawn Nelson to listen to spooky stories and ghastly tales from the past. 11.30am, 12.30pm ,1.30pm and 3.30pm.
Tuesday, 28 to Friday, 31 – Family Craft Activities, 11am – 3pm
Design your own ritual mark and draw it on parchment using quill and ink. Make a lucky talisman from air drying clay and create a nature wand to cast some magical spells.
Tuesday, 28 to Friday, 31 – Plague Potions, 10.30am – 4pm
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of Medieval medicine to make a protective potion. This hands-on activity offers a gruesome insight into how people in the past may have tried to fight off some terrifying diseases.
Friday, 31 – Ghostly Tales with The Bard Dawn
Join our resident storyteller, Dawn Nelson to listen to spooky stories and ghastly tales from the past. 11.30am, 12.30pm ,1.30pm and 3.30pm.
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Information for Visitors
The Museum’s 40 acres site, historic gardens and buildings are fascinating places to learn about rural history. Visitors can purchase grain from the Museum shop and feed the hungry ducks on the mill pond. Whilst enjoying the great outdoors and fresh air, look out for our working animals, which can include the Heavy Horses, Sheep and Ducks. There are a number of lovely woodland trails, including a woodland play area for children to explore.
Why not enjoy breakfast, brunch or lunch at our waterside café? Visitors can also bring a picnic as there are plenty of picnic areas available on site. Takeaway refreshments will also be available from our seasonal Shepherd’s Huts located around the Museum.
Dogs on short leads are welcome and there is ample free parking. Please note that the Museum is a no-smoking site. Visitors with access needs are advised to read our accessibility page in advance of their visit.
All activities are subject to change.
