Wilderspin Events

Teddy Bears Playground Picnics

Bring Teddy, the family, and a picnic to enjoy in Sam’s garden Playground whatever the weather – then join in a fun activity afterwards.

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Posted on:5th July 2025 20250724 20250709

Classroom Curiosities Challenge

Try our family challenge solving puzzles set by the historical teachers in each of the old classrooms.

10am and 1pm – the sessions last 90 minutes

£3pp or £10 family ticket. Book on (01652) 635172

Posted on:5th July 2025 20250801 20250709

Barton Street Boot

Another chance to check out our “white elephants”.

10am – 2pm, FREE

Posted on:23rd April 2025 20250817 20250709

Building Stories

A top-to-bottom exploration of the School building, and a family challenge to test your observational skills – also a chance to enter Barton Civic Society’s Children’s Competition 2025.

Children Free.  Adults £5 (Free to Annual Ticket holders)

Posted on:23rd April 2025 20250731 20250709

Travels and Travails

Two hundred years ago, education pioneer Samuel Wilderspin began his travels across Britain promoting infant schools in the nation’s towns, villages and cities.  Our  celebrations begin with this exhibition about his amazing adventures and achievements, and a programme of events through to 2026.

Posted on:23rd April 2025 20250912 20250709