17 Jul - 6 Sep
VariousWelcome to Murton Park – where history awaits this summer!
Get ready for seven weeks of excitement at Murton Park! Enjoy a variety of activities, including a History Festival, Museum Days, Living History Days, reenactments, heritage train rides, and monthly kids’ clubs.
Fun for Everyone
Whether you’re interested in history or farming, or planning a fun family outing, Murton Park is the place to be. Experience history firsthand at our History Festival and Living History Days, as the park comes to life with reenactments and captivating stories.
All Aboard!
Train lovers will enjoy our delightful train rides, providing a nostalgic journey perfect for all ages. Don’t let your children miss out on our monthly kids’ clubs, packed with exciting activities, new friendships, and interactive learning experiences.
Explore the Past
Stroll through our museum to discover captivating exhibits that tell the tales of bygone eras.
Plan Your Visit
Bring your camera, and prepare for an adventure that’s both educational and entertaining! Visit us and purchase your annual pass today.
Join us at Murton Park and create cherished memories! We can’t wait to welcome you.
With a schedule full of events, Murton Park is the perfect place to visit this summer. Simply click on the dates below to take you to the week you’re looking for something to do:
Monday 24th – Sunday 30th August
MUSEUM MONDAY – HARVESTING
Date/time: Monday 24th August, 11 am – 4 pm
Find out more about this important time in the farming year.
Activity: Make a foam vegetable magnet for £1.50 per person, with park admission.
ANCIENT OLYMPICS
Date/time: Tuesday 25th August, 1.30 pm – 3 pm
Take part in the Ancient Olympics at Murton Park. With 7 events – each of which will have a children’s and adults’ category – which ones take your fancy?
- Stade – Short distance race
- Diskos – Discus throw
- Halma – Long jump
- Synoris– Chariot race
- Dolichos – Long-distance race
- Acontion – Javelin throw
- Kerykes kai salpinktai – Trumpeters and Heralds (seeing how loud they can announce)
Activity: Free with park admission.
MAKE GREEK TERRACOTTA POT
Date/time: Wednesday 26th August, 10.30 am – 12 pm
Decorate a pot, Greek-style.
Activity: £2.50, with park admission.
ROMAN LIVING HISTORY DAY
Date/time: Thursday 27th August, 11 am – 3 pm
Head to our Roman fort to learn all about the Romans with our Living History team, which includes a horse display, games, food and bone carving.
Price: Free with park admission.
THE TRAILBLAZER COWBOYS
Date/time: Saturday 29th – Monday 31st August, 10 am – 4 pm
The Trailblazer Cowboys take up residence in the Western town of Murton.
Price: Free with park admission
DVLR TRAIN RIDES
Date/time: Saturday 29th – Monday 31st August, every 30 minutes, 11 am-4 pm (with a break at lunchtime)
Price: £1 per person per ride OR £5 for up to 5 people per day (ride as many times as you like).
Passenger train schedules are subject to safety regulations and weather conditions.
MONTHLY TRAIN CLUB
Date/time: Sunday 30th August, 10.30 am-12.30 pm
Enjoy our monthly wooden train club.
Price: Free with park admission.
Tuesday 1st – Sunday 6th September
INTO THE DEEP: SEA MONSTERS, MERMAIDS & LEGENDS FROM THE SEA
Date/time: Tuesday 1st September, 10.30 am-12.30 pm
Dive beneath the waves and uncover the mysteries of the deep in this magical folklore-inspired workshop exploring mermaids, sea monsters and the legends hidden beneath the ocean surface. Young adventurers will explore mythical sea creatures and ocean legends through hands-on creative activities to make and take home.
Activities include:
- Deep Sea Creature Terrarium: Create your own underwater habitat and capture a mysterious deep-sea creature in a terrarium of your own.
- Make Your Own Mermaid or Kraken: Design and craft your own magical mermaid charm or fearsome Kraken monster inspired by ocean legends and folklore.
Perfect for curious and creative children who love myths, monsters, and all things under the sea!
Price: £4 per person, with park admission.
FOOTBALL SKILLS
Date/time: Tuesday 1st September, 2 pm – 3 pm
Join Andrew for a kickabout.
Price: Free with park admission.
DVLR TRAIN RIDES
Date/time: Sunday 6th September, every 30 minutes, 11 am-4 pm (with a break at lunchtime)
Price: £1 per person per ride OR £5 for up to 5 people per day (ride as many times as you like).
Passenger train schedules are subject to safety regulations and weather conditions.
MONTHLY LEGO CLUB
Date/time: Sunday 6th September, 10.30 am-12.30 pm
Enjoy our monthly LEGO club.
