May 2019
Tottington Hall comes to Montacute House
Aardman took inspiration from Montacute House and re-imagined it as Tottington Hall, which features in the award-winning Wallace & Gromit film, The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. Members of Aardman's artisitc design team visited Montacute House whilst they were in pre-production for the film. During these visits many pictures and measurements were taken of the house interior, as well as panoramic views of the parkland. These became the basis of the film's setting, Tottington Hall. Aardman is celebrating the 30th anniversary…
Find out more »September 2019
Forest School for pre-schoolers at Mojo Active
We are delighted to offer a pre-school forest school at Mojo Active to encourage a love of nature and the outdoors in children aged 2 - 5 years. Children will be able to explore, play, create, learn and have amazing adventures in a safe environment, fully facilitated by our Forest School leaders Lisa and Grainne. The Forest School takes place at Mojo Active, (one of Bristol's largest outdoor activity centres) located 5 minutes from Cribbs Causeway in 150 acres of…
Find out more »Music for Miniatures Concert
Live Classical Concerts for babies, toddlers and young children Amazing music in a relaxed atmosphere Music for Miniatures is a series of short live classical concerts specifically designed for parents, grandparents and carers to enjoy in the company of babies, toddlers and young children (aged 0-4). The best thing about a Music for Miniatures concert is… we don’t mind noise! Babies can sleep, cry, babble and crawl whilst toddlers are free to explore and enjoy in their own way without…
Find out more »Peace At Last
Based on the picture book by Jill Murphy. Mr Bear can’t sleep. Mrs Bear is snoring. So he goes to sleep in Baby Bear’s room. But Baby Bear is pretending to be an aeroplane. So he goes to sleep in the living room… Olivier award-winning OperaUpClose team up with Gallions Primary School in Newham to create this new opera based on Jill Murphy’s much-loved picture book, which has been delighting families for generations. Performed in a new composition for three…
Find out more »We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Based on the book, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury, published by Walker Books Ltd. Adapted by Barb Jungr and Peter Glanville We’re Going on a Bear Hunt follows a family on an adventure of a lifetime – running down the grassy bank, wading through the cold river, squelching over the oozy mud, stumbling into the dark forest, then peering into a cave … what will they find?? Little Angel Theatre brings Michael…
Find out more »Family Takeover at The Edge
Family Takeovers at the Edge happen every fortnight during advertised dates (see below) and are particularly suitable for children aged 4-12 years. Join artist educator Victoria Willmott for a series of fun and informal creative activities that explore our current exhibition or special themes. Families can drop-in and stay for ten minutes or an hour – it’s up to you! Victoria can also help you complete our free activity sheets. Aprons are available but activities won’t be very messy. Materials…
Find out more »October 2019
St Johns RC Primary School Open Day
St. John’s Catholic Primary School invites you to our Open Day 10am - 7pm Come and join us! Meet the Staff & Pupils, have a look around the school & our facilities & get a feeling for why our children love the school so much.
Find out more »Halloween Trail: The Curious Case of Mildred Hester
Halloween Trail: The Curious Case of Mildred Hester - Investigate the mysterious disappearance of Lady Mildred Hester this October half-term at Hestercombe. Step back in time to 31st October 1860. A guest of the family has disappeared in the gardens at Hestercombe and the Head Gardener Terrence needs your help finding her. Become a detective as you search high and low, crack the riddles and solve the mystery of Mildred's disappearance. Collect a reward from the Ticket Office at the end.…
Find out more »PHOBIA at Puxton Park
This October, darkness is descending on Puxton Park as they open their doors to bring your worst nightmares to life... After 3 years of planning, Puxton Park is hosting one of the most terrifying, haunted attractions in the South West. PHOBIA at Puxton Park is an experience like no other where your deepest childhood fears re-emerge and become a reality... PHOBIA encapsulates all things dark, dreadful and horrifying into a 2.5 hour experience across 6 of the country's newest, haunted attractions…
Find out more »Family Takeover at The Edge
Family Takeovers at the Edge happen every fortnight during advertised dates (see below) and are particularly suitable for children aged 4-12 years. Join artist educator Victoria Willmott for a series of fun and informal creative activities that explore our current exhibition or special themes. Families can drop-in and stay for ten minutes or an hour – it’s up to you! Victoria can also help you complete our free activity sheets. Aprons are available but activities won’t be very messy. Materials…
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