What’s On

WEDNESDAY 28th JANUARY

Home Educator Workshop at M Shed: ‘Bristol and the Transatlantic Traffic in Enslaved Africans‘
When: 2-3.30pm
Where: Studio 1, M Shed, Princes Wharf, Wapping Rd, BS1 4RN
Cost: £10 per learner
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Bristol’s involvement in the Transatlantic traffic in enslaved Africans lasted a relatively short time in the city’s history as a trading port, but its impact remains evident today.

Suitable for young people aged 12-17 years, this structured, museum-led learning session includes completing activities at tables with other learners.

During the workshop you will:

Investigate historic objects and other evidence
Investigate the impact of events on Bristol
Learn about some of those involved in the Transatlantic traffic in enslaved Africans
Discover the legacy of Bristol’s links with transatlantic slavery

One parent or guardian is welcome to attend this home educator workshop with their child. If you do not want to participate, please remain in the museum, in case of emergency. You will be required to share contact details upon registration.

SATURDAY 31st JANUARY

Happy Scrappy Saturday: M Shed
When: 10.30am-3pm
Where: M Shed, Princes Wharf, BS1 4RN
Entry: Free, donations welcome

Come along to help kick-off National Storytelling Week with some DIY scrap costume-making.
Drop in and create a costume with our friends from the Children’s Scrapstore.

We’ll suggest some characters from a few well-loved books, but you can also create your own favourite person with the materials available. Staff will be on-hand to advise but this is a self-guided session, and every child will require an accompanying adult to assist. It’s an opportunity to create something wonderful together.    

The sessions are drop-in on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure a safe and high-quality experience, we will ask people to return later in the day if the session becomes too busy. We ask that you create no more than one costume per child to ensure that as many people as possible can take part. 

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

Come along to a free weekly drop-in craft activity at the library using paper, glue and scissors.
Crafts change each week and are aimed at 4-11 year olds.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please supervise younger child using glue and scissors.

Board Games Session: Bedminster Library
When: 2-4pm
Where: Bedminster Parade, BS3 4AQ
Entry: Free

Free board games session for over 12s. Test out new games, revisit old ones, and have some fun along the way.
For more information, email Ellie on ao22131@bristol.ac.uk.

SUNDAY 1st FEBRUARY

Story Sunday: M Shed
When: 20-minute sessions at 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm
Where: M Shed, Princes Wharf, BS1 4RN
Entry: Free, donations welcome

A family activity to help M Shed celebrate National Storytelling Week. Immerse yourself in a magical world of myths and folk tales with Bristol storyteller Marcus Fagon.

Four 20-minute sessions are available throughout the day at 10.30, 11.30, 1.30 and 2.30 and are suitable for children aged 5-8 and their families.

The sessions are free (donations always welcome) and drop-in on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure a safe and high-quality experience, we will ask people to return later in the day if the session becomes too busy.  

SATURDAY 7th FEBRUARY

Story Saturday for Under 4s: M Shed
When: 10.30am-3pm
Where: M Shed, Princes Wharf, BS1 4RN
Entry: Free, donations welcome

A family activity Story Saturday for Under 4s to round-off a week of events celebrating National Storytelling Week. There will be stories and related activities tailored for children under 4 years and their families.

Each session lasts approximately 20 minutes and start at 10.30, 11.30, 1.30 and 2.30.
Sessions are free and drop-in on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure a safe and high-quality experience, we will ask people to return later in the day if the session becomes too busy.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

WEDNESDAY 11th FEBRUARY

Home Educator Workshop at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery: ‘Ancient Egypt’
When: 2-3.30pm
Where: Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, Queens Road, BS8 1RL
Cost: £10 per child
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Our Home Educator workshop about ancient Egypt includes exploring artefacts, trying hieroglyphic writing and playing games, all inspired by our fantastic Egypt gallery.

Suitable for home-educated children aged 8-12 years, this structured, museum-led learning session includes completing activities at tables supported by museum staff and volunteers.

During this workshop you will:

Handle real and replica ancient Egyptian artefacts
Investigate mystery objects from ancient Egyptian daily life
Practice ancient Egyptian writing on papyrus (to take home)
Discuss mummification and play a game

If you are a parent or guardian that would like to attend this home educator workshop with your child, you are very welcome to join in (maximum one adult per child please). If you do not want to participate, you must remain inside the museum, in case of emergency. We will ask you for contact details upon registration.

Due to limited space in this workshop, siblings that do not have a ticket cannot take part.

SATURDAY 14th FEBRUARY

Lego Club: Sea Mills Library
When: 10.30am
Where: Sylvan Way, BS9 2NA
Entry: Free

Open to children aged 4 or over accompanied by parents/carers.
An opportunity for children to build whatever they want! From monsters to spacecraft all you need is to turn up!

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

SATURDAY 21st FEBRUARY

Board Games Session: Bedminster Library
When: 2-4pm
Where: Bedminster Parade, BS3 4AQ
Entry: Free

Free board games session for over 12s. Test out new games, revisit old ones, and have some fun along the way.
For more information, email Ellie on ao22131@bristol.ac.uk.

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

FRIDAY 27th FEBRUARY

Bishopston Window Wanderland
When: Late afternoon/Evenings
Where: In and around Bishopston
Entry: Free

Window Wanderland will light up the streets of Bishopston once again from 27th February – 1st March 2026!
This free, community event is open to everyone – whether you’re decorating your own window or simply wandering the streets to enjoy the magic.

This year’s theme is ‘HOPE’ – but you’re welcome to create whatever inspires you most. Let’s fill Bishopston with light, colour and creativity once again! To take part yourself, sign up HERE.

SATURDAY 28th FEBRUARY

Lego Club: Sea Mills Library
When: 10.30am
Where: Sylvan Way, BS9 2NA
Entry: Free

Open to children aged 4 or over accompanied by parents/carers.
An opportunity for children to build whatever they want! From monsters to spacecraft all you need is to turn up!

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

Bishopston Window Wanderland
When: Late afternoon/Evenings
Where: In and around Bishopston
Entry: Free

SUNDAY 1st MARCH

Bishopston Window Wanderland
When: Late afternoon/Evenings
Where: In and around Bishopston
Entry: Free

SATURDAY 7th MARCH

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

THURSDAY 12th MARCH

Home Educator Workshop at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery: ‘Evolution’
When: 1-2.15pm
Where: Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, Queens Rd, BS8 1RL
Cost: £10 per ticket
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Join us for our Home Educator workshop investigating the topic of Evolution which is suitable for children aged 9-12 years.

Meet a curator, handle real specimens and build understanding of how species change and adapt. A great opportunity for young natural scientists to discover more about the fascinating science of evolution in this special workshop to mark British Science Week.

In this workshop children will:

Meet a Natural Sciences Curator and find out more about their work
Learn about the scientific theory of evolution
Investigate an evolution ‘case study’ from the museum collection
Investigate evidence for evolution using fossils and other museum specimens
Learn scientific terms
Bust some common myths about evolution

If you are a parent or guardian that would like to attend this home educator workshop with your child, you are very welcome to join in. If you do not want to participate, you must remain inside the museum, in case of emergency. We will ask you for contact details upon registration.

Due to limited space in this workshop, siblings that do not have a ticket cannot take part.

SATURDAY 14th MARCH

Lego Club: Sea Mills Library
When: 10.30am
Where: Sylvan Way, BS9 2NA
Entry: Free

Open to children aged 4 or over accompanied by parents/carers.
An opportunity for children to build whatever they want! From monsters to spacecraft all you need is to turn up!

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

SATURDAY 21st MARCH

Crafternoon: Hillfields Library
When: 2pm
Where: Summerleaze, Speedwell, BS16 4HL
Entry: Free

WEDNESDAY 25th MARCH

Home Educator Workshop at M Shed: ‘Bristol and Chocolate’
When: 2-3.30pm
Where: Studio 1, M Shed, Princes Wharf, Wapping Road, BS1 4RN
Cost: £10 per learner
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Discover the story of chocolate and its links to Bristol!
Find out about its evolution in the city and unwrap the stories of the people who made it.

During this workshop you will:

Discover how the story of chocolate began with the Maya and the Aztecs
Find out about Bristol’s chocolate heritage and the evolution of chocolate in the city
Handle and investigate real objects from the city’s former chocolate factories, that are now looked after in the museum’s collections
Taste chocolate recipes
Find out how chocolate is made – from bean to bar
Make a chocolate-scented craft

One accompanying adult is welcome to attend with their child. If you don’t wish to attend we ask you to remain in the museum during the workshop and leave a mobile number so we can contact you if necessary.

SATURDAY 28th MARCH

Lego Club: Sea Mills Library
When: 10.30am
Where: Sylvan Way, BS9 2NA
Entry: Free

Open to children aged 4 or over accompanied by parents/carers.
An opportunity for children to build whatever they want! From monsters to spacecraft all you need is to turn up!