Help Larry the Lamb find his friends around the Cathedral! Larry the Lamb has lost his friends and needs your help to find them! Discover the history of this beautiful space, while taking part in this fun family-friendly trail this spring! Collect your trail sheet from the Welcome Desk and begin your journey exploring the […]
Travel back in time at Gloucester Cathedral this Easter with our fun family activities. Discover how the Easter festival has been celebrated throughout history! Join us for crafts, cookery and more as we make and take home some of our favourite Easter traditions from 1290-1890, including: Medieval easter egg decorating, making a Victorian Easter Card and […]
Come and meet some amazing reptiles and invertebrates at the National Waterways Museum Gloucester this Easter, with Jonathan's Jungle Roadshow. There will be two sessions available on Wednesday 3rd April 2024. Museum visitors with an annual ticket or Canal & River Trust Membership can book a 90-minute session with Jonathan, held on Sabrina 5. Tickets are […]
Join Britain's top historians and broadcasters for a weekend of compelling talks and controversial debates featuring the very best in the world of history. Explore Kings and Queens, power and politics, past and future in the magical surroundings of Gloucester's Blackfriars Priory. Speakers include BBC International Editor Jeremy Bowen, Trigger Happy TV's Dom Joly, Call […]
A Titanic Magic Lantern Show 112 years since its sinking on the 14th-15th April 1912. A show using all original magic lantern plates and vintage cinema Equipment. Pat Furley shares this story having researched and visited The Titanic Museum in Belfast. Come and spend an evening at the Folk with this fantastic storyteller. This emotive […]
The Motanka Doll is a charming family amulet that has been decorating Ukrainian homes for more than 5000 years. It symbolises tradition and is believed to provide protection to the home. In this 3 hour workshop you will learn how to make one… and take it home. The class is suitable for all. No sewing […]
Pysanky are traditional Ukrainian Easter Eggs decorated with wax symbols and dipped in coloured dye. They represent rebirth and resurrection. Ex colour and symbol holds meaning and significance. Traditionally 13 eggs would be made - one for Christ and for each of the disciples. This workshop is suitable for all and all materials are provided. […]
