Monthly Archives: July 2025

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

Teddy Bears Playground Picnic

Bring teddy, a picnic and the family to enjoy in Sam’s garden Playground then join in our “after dinner” fun.

We’re prepared for all weathers – come rain or shine!

Bring-your-own picnic, choose a table – and we’ve tea & coffee for the grown-ups (there’s a small charge).

There’s no charge for the picnic table – but please book your table (tel. 01652 635172). They’re available from 11.30am.

Don’t dawdle because the fun starts at 12.30 with one of our museum staff.

The activities cost £2 per child and last 30 minutes. Don’t worry if you need to “peel off” if your attention wanders – you can check out more of the museum then rejoin us when you’re ready. It’s thirsty work so afterwards you’re free to roam around the museum and quench your thirst with some juice and a biscuit.

We’ve tried to think about children of different ages. Here’s the list:

Thursday 24 July

Teddy Bear Hunt – set off around the museum to look for teddies who work at the school, including Sam himself – with one or two surprises along the way, and a sticker chart to record your sightings.

Thursday 31 July

Sam’s Playground Playtime – Sam wants to show you his wonderful playground and try out some games – and he may show you what’s behind the secret door!

Saturday 9 August

Storytime – Everyone likes a good story, so we’ll find a quiet corner to share some wonderful tales.

Thursday 14 August

Treasure Hunt – We’ve found lots of hidey holes for you to find special things around the museum and test your looking skills!

Friday 22 August

Mystery Objects Hunt – Things aren’t always what they seem – we’ve found some unusual bits and pieces which are puzzling.

Thursday 28 August

Seaside Fun – Who’d have thought it – all the fun of the seaside comes to Barton! Everything from tin can alley to Mr. Wilderspin’s bouncy steps. There’s even a bit of sand to play with and water to splash in.

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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