Re: What's on at Colchester Museums

[Lucyinthesky]

https://colchester.cimuseums.org.uk

[MelanieLarke]

EVENTS EASTER 2022

Colchester Castle, Saturday 2 April
Knightzzz At The Museum
From £35pp
Sleepover in Colchester Castle!
Providing fun for the whole family, Knightzzz At The Museum offers a truly unique experience and if you’ve ever wondered what Colchester Castle is like at night, then this is your chance. Join the team for a sleepover experience like no other. Set up camp in your chosen spot and get ready for a fun packed overnight adventure. You’ll have the opportunity to meet some of the characters that would have lived hundreds of years ago, learn more about the Castle’s place in history and feast on late night hot chocolate and a light breakfast when you wake up. Come and join us for an amazing overnight adventure.
This event is suitable for ages 5+ and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Knightzzz at the Museum | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Monday 4 April
Family Tours of the Castle
£3pp after Castle admission
11:30, 12:30, 14:30
Join us for a special family tour of the Castle. Travel back over 2000 years on a trip into the hidden spaces of Colchester Castle. Descend into the Roman Vaults underneath the Castle and climb the biggest Norman spiral staircase in England. Hear tales of victory, defeat and the hard-fought battles that have made Colchester the town it is today. Then enjoy the panoramic view of the town’s skyline from the Castle roof.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Family Tours | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Hollytrees Museums, Monday 4 April
Easter Arts and Crafts
£5 pp
Sessions: 10:30, 11:30 and 14:00, 15:00 (Sessions last around 45 minutes)
Take part in a fun Easter inspired arts and crafts session at Hollytrees Museum. Once you have finished your creations browse the museum at your leisure and enjoy the interactive exhibits with the family.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
These sessions are pre bookable, but there will also be some walk in spaces.
To book, call the team on 01206 282939. Our booking line is open from 10am – 4.30pm.
Easter Arts + Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Tuesday 5 April
Storytelling Sessions
Free after Castle admission – 11:00-12:00 and 15.00-16.00
Storytelling appeals to all ages, but especially children and there is nothing more magical than settling down for a good story! Join us for some fun tales about dragons, knights and Castle’s and be transported back in time with tales from the past.
This event is suitable for all ages
Booking not required, simply drop in.
Storytelling | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Natural History Museum, Tuesday 5 April
Fossil crafts!
Free drop in session
Drop in: 10:30-12:30 and 14:00-16:00
Head to the Natural History Museum to discover more about fossils and take part in a free craft session. Once you have finished getting creative and crafty take some time to enjoy the museum and its many local natural history displays.
This event is suitable for ages 3+
Fossil Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Wednesday 6 April
Family Tours of the Castle
£3pp after Castle admission
11:30, 12:30, 14:30
Join us for a special family tour of the Castle. Travel back over 2000 years on a trip into the hidden spaces of Colchester Castle. Descend into the Roman Vaults underneath the Castle and climb the biggest Norman spiral staircase in England. Hear tales of victory, defeat and the hard-fought battles that have made Colchester the town it is today. Then enjoy the panoramic view of the town’s skyline from the Castle roof.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Family Tours | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Natural History Museum, Wednesday 6 April
Fossil crafts!
Free drop in sessions
Drop in: 10:30-12:30 and 14:00-16:00
Head to the Natural History Museum to discover more about fossils and take part in a free craft session. Once you have finished getting creative and crafty take some time to enjoy the museum and its many local natural history displays.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Fossil Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Thursday 7th April
Storytelling Sessions
Free after Castle admission – 11:00-12:00 and 15.00-16.00
Storytelling appeals to all ages, but especially children and there is nothing more magical than settling down for a good story! Join us for some fun tales about dragons, knights and Castle’s and be transported back in time with tales from the past.
This event is suitable for all ages
Storytelling | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Natural History Museum, Thursday 7 April
Fossil crafts!
Free drop in session
Drop in: 10:30-12:30 and 14:00-16:00
Head to the Natural History Museum to discover more about fossils and take part in a free craft session. Once you have finished getting creative and crafty take some time to enjoy the museum and its many local natural history displays.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Fossil Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Friday 8 April
Family Tours of the Castle
£3pp after Castle admission
11:30, 12:30, 14:30
Join us for a special family tour of the Castle. Travel back over 2000 years on a trip into the hidden spaces of Colchester Castle. Descend into the Roman Vaults underneath the Castle and climb the biggest Norman spiral staircase in England. Hear tales of victory, defeat and the hard-fought battles that have made Colchester the town it is today. Then enjoy the panoramic view of the town’s skyline from the Castle roof.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Family Tours | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Hollytrees Museums, Friday 8 April
Easter Arts and Crafts
£5 pp
Sessions: 10:30, 11:30 and 14:00, 15:00 (Sessions last around 45 minutes)
Take part in a fun Easter inspired arts and crafts session at Hollytrees Museum. Once you have finished your creations browse the museum at your leisure and enjoy the interactive exhibits with the family.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
These sessions are pre bookable, but there will also be some walk in spaces.
To book, call the team on 01206 282939. Our booking line is open from 10am – 4.30pm.
Easter Arts + Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Monday 11 April
Family Tours of the Castle
£3pp after Castle admission
11:30, 12:30, 14:30
Join us for a special family tour of the Castle. Travel back over 2000 years on a trip into the hidden spaces of Colchester Castle. Descend into the Roman Vaults underneath the Castle and climb the biggest Norman spiral staircase in England. Hear tales of victory, defeat and the hard-fought battles that have made Colchester the town it is today. Then enjoy the panoramic view of the town’s skyline from the Castle roof.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Family Tours | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Hollytrees Museums, Monday 11 April
Easter Arts and Crafts
£5 pp
Sessions: 10:30, 11:30 and 14:00, 15:00 (Sessions last around 45 minutes)
Take part in a fun Easter inspired arts and crafts session at Hollytrees Museum. Once you have finished your creations browse the museum at your leisure and enjoy the interactive exhibits with the family.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Easter Arts + Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Tuesday 12 April
Mad Science - Magic and Witchcraft Sessions
12,13,14 April, Sessions running at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Sessions last 45 minutes. These sessions are pre bookable, but there will also be some walk in spaces reserved.
£5 per person
Join our very own mad scientist this Easter at Colchester Castle. Attend one of our new magic and witchcraft sessions and discover how magicians use science to amaze their audiences. You’ll witness plenty of chemical reactions, impossible feats of physics and even some mind manipulation. You can then learn how these tricks are achieved and try and fool your own friends and family with your newly found skills. Come and join us for one of our thrilling 45 minutes sessions and see what you can learn.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Magic + Witchcraft: Mad Science | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Natural History Museum, Tuesday 12 April
Fossil crafts!
Free drop in session
Drop in: 10:30-12:30 and 14:00-16:00
Head to the Natural History Museum to discover more about fossils and take part in a free craft session. Once you have finished getting creative and crafty take some time to enjoy the museum and its many local natural history displays.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Fossil Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Wednesday 13 April
Mad Science - Magic and Witchcraft Sessions
12,13,14 April, Sessions running at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Sessions last 45 minutes. These sessions are pre bookable, but there will also be some walk in spaces reserved.
£5 per person
Join our very own mad scientist this Easter at Colchester Castle. Attend one of our new magic and witchcraft sessions and discover how magicians use science to amaze their audiences. You’ll witness plenty of chemical reactions, impossible feats of physics and even some mind manipulation. You can then learn how these tricks are achieved and try and fool your own friends and family with your newly found skills. Come and join us for one of our thrilling 45 minutes sessions and see what you can learn.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Magic + Witchcraft: Mad Science | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Natural History Museum, Wednesday 13 April
Ice Age Event and Activities
Free drop in session
All Day
Join us for a special celebration of the Ice Age. Head down to take part in free drop-in sessions, meet Geo Suffolk and discover more about fossils, the preserved remains of ancient organisms. Learn to identify a fossil, understand more about how old they are and how they fit into our environment. All fossils no matter how large or small are incredible, come and discover why!
Suitable for: All Ages
Ice Age Activities | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Thursday 14 April
Mad Science - Magic and Witchcraft Sessions
12,13,14 April, Sessions running at 11am, 10m and 3pm. Sessions last 45 minutes. These sessions are pre bookable, but there will also be some walk in spaces reserved.
£5 per person
Join our very own mad scientist this Easter at Colchester Castle. Attend one of our new magic and witchcraft sessions and discover how magicians use science to amaze their audiences. You’ll witness plenty of chemical reactions, impossible feats of physics and even some mind manipulation. You can then learn how these tricks are achieved and try and fool your own friends and family with your newly found skills. Come and join us for one of our thrilling 45 minutes sessions and see what you can learn.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Magic + Witchcraft: Mad Science | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Natural History Museum, Thursday 14 April
Fossil crafts!
Free drop in session
Drop in: 10:30-12:30 and 14:00-16:00
Head to the Natural History Museum to discover more about fossils and take part in a free craft session. Once you have finished getting creative and crafty take some time to enjoy the museum and its many local natural history displays.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Fossil Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Colchester Castle, Friday 15 April
Storytelling Sessions
Free after Castle admission – 11:00-12:00 and 15.00-16.00
Storytelling appeals to all ages, but especially children and there is nothing more magical than settling down for a good story! Join us for some fun tales about dragons, knights and Castle’s and be transported back in time with tales from the past.
This event is suitable for all ages
Storytelling | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

Hollytrees Museums, Friday 15 April
Easter Arts and Crafts
£5 pp
Sessions: 10:30, 11:30 and 14:00, 15:00 (Sessions last around 45 minutes)
Take part in a fun Easter inspired arts and crafts session at Hollytrees Museum. Once you have finished your creations browse the museum at your leisure and enjoy the interactive exhibits with the family.
This event is suitable for ages 4+
Easter Arts + Crafts | Colchester Museums (cimuseums.org.uk)

[MelanieLarke]

Discovery of Dragons Day

31 May - 1 June 2022 - 11am - 4.30pm

Part the mists of time and head to Colchester Castle’s Discovery of Dragons Day. Come face to face with not one, but four spellbinding dragons who will be waiting to greet visitors. Meet the epic Epico, elegant green Braccus, Ildri, the sleepy one of the family and cute baby Nuri, everyone’s favourite! With colourful scaly legs, plumes of smoke and friendly eyes, there is no need to fear the Castle’s new friends.
Throughout the day you can also take part in additional interactive activities that include making your very own Coronation Crown, a majestic Kings and Queens quest around the Castle, and of course all the Castle’s treasures and displays.
Finally make sure you bring your pocket money as there will be plenty of treats in our pop-up Dragon shop to remind you of your special day.
The Coronation Crown activity is suitable for ages 5+, but all the other elements offer fun for all ages.
Land of Adventure
Performances at 11.30am,1.30pm and 3.15pm
Epico and Braccus can’t wait for you to watch their Land of Adventure show, which will be packed full of family fun. We have three, one-hour shows on both Tuesday 31st May and Wednesday 1st June.
Please note this is an outdoor event.
Tickets
Tickets cost £5 after Castle admission.
How To Book
No need to booking, simply pay on the day!