Step back in time with us this May Half Term as we celebrate ‘Historical Heroes’! If you think of all the wonderful things in the world, someone somewhere invented it, discovered it, or was the first person to try it: Rosa Parkes was an ordinary woman who took a stand to help black people in… Continue reading May Half Term
Bookbinding workshop Join illustrator and printmaker Abbie Mooney for an introduction to the art of Japanese stab bookbinding. In this introductory session, Abbie will guide you through the process of constructing a simple stab-bound notebook, working through to a larger sketchbook featuring your own stitch design. This workshop is perfect for beginners or those who… Continue reading Bookbinding workshop
Join us this weekend at Murton Park for a fantastic event with the Manchester Regiment 1914-18! For 25 years, they have been sharing the stories of the Great War and bringing history to life. Come and meet the group as they portray the brave soldiers of the First World War. You’ll get to explore their… Continue reading Manchester Regiment 1914-18
Next train club: Sunday 30th March, 10.30 am-12.30 pm Join us for our fun train club gathering on the last Sunday of every month! It’s a wonderful playground for little builders aged 3 and up, and guess what? It’s FREE with a valid annual pass! While the kids have a blast unleashing their creativity, adults… Continue reading Train club – monthly
Jorfor’s Hall Vikings will demonstrate a range of crafts and skills from over 1,000 years ago
A living history display of 15th century life during the Wars of the Roses
See what daily life was like over a thousand years ago for this chatty bunch of Viking settlers!
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There is something for everyone to get stuck into!