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May Half-Term Arts and Crafts

Pop into the Old Stables Activity Centre during your visit for some nature themed craft activities.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Have a go at making your own Manx Loaghtan sheep or a King Rædwald bird in our half-term craft activities in the Old Stables Activity Centre. There will also be self-led activities available in the Discovery Room in Tranmer House.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

After seeing the Visitor Welcome team for your admission, head across the courtyard past the ship sculpture and turn left at the end past the second-hand bookshop.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible.

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