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Lovely Lettering Calligraphy Workshop

Calligraphy Workshop, 11am - 1pm This practical workshop will give you an introduction to the skill of calligraphy - beautiful writing. Join Christine Oxley who trained in Calligraphy, Heraldry and Illumination. Since then, Christine has built up a reputation across the country, teaching a variety of calligraphic hands and design projects. This is an introductory course, and students will use their skills to complete a simple project. Materials will be provided [...]

By |2021-05-04T15:07:28+01:00April 19th, 2021|0 Comments
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The Tools of the Trade – Gloves, Porcelain and Cloth

Key Stage 2 4 hours Approx. 30 children City Art Gallery and Museum The morning session at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum: £100 (c. 30 children) The afternoon session with Discover History: £5.00 per child (Please note that the morning and afternoon sessions can be booked in as separate sessions) Children will be able to discover more about the history of Worcestershire, and the [...]

By |2019-07-22T13:46:08+01:00December 12th, 2018||0 Comments
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Toys and Games from the Past

Key Stages 1 and 2 The Commandery Toys and Games from the Past – find out about toys and games that were played at The Commandery a long time ago. Discover how some toys and games have changed over time and how many that we play today date back to that time. The games played date from over 500 years ago during the medieval and Tudor periods of [...]

By |2018-12-12T23:06:52+00:00December 12th, 2018||0 Comments
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Terrific Teddies and Toys (pre-booking essential)

Timed pre-booked sessions running between 11am - 4pm. Standard admission applies & payment will be taken over the phone at the point of booking (find admission costs here). Bring your favourite teddy bear along for a picnic! Join us on Bank Holiday Monday 31 May to join our teddy bear friends for some fun and games around Hartelbury Castle! Explore the Castle's beautiful grounds, and enjoy the Castle and Museum's amazing [...]

By |2021-04-26T12:57:57+01:00April 19th, 2021|0 Comments
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Powerful Princesses and Noble Knights

Calling all squires and maidens! Put on your best costume and come to the Commandery this August Bank Holiday (Monday 30th) to join our Powerful Princesses and Noble Knights family fun day (10am-5pm). Follow our Dragon Quest Trail*, make your own shields, amulets and crowns* and compete in hobby horse jousting and races. Out in the garden all Knights and Princesses are welcome to enjoy the spectacular inflatable Fantasy Fun Run, [...]

By |2021-08-24T09:54:20+01:00April 26th, 2021|0 Comments
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Let off steam this May half-term at your local museum

Whether it’s tracking animal footprints or enjoying a teddy bear’s picnic there are lots of opportunities to get out of the house and take part in some activities this May half-term at The Commandery, Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum and the County Museum at Hartlebury. Put a spring in your step and let off some steam in The Commandery gardens with half-term activities inspired by the British Wildlife Awards Retrospective [...]

By |2021-05-17T12:27:54+01:00May 20th, 2021|County Museum at Hartlebury|Comments Off on Let off steam this May half-term at your local museum
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Fun Fossils and Rocking Rocks!

Key Stages 1 and 2, Nursery, Reception and SEN groups 2 hours Approx. 30 children City Art Gallery and Museum £100 per session This activity encourages children to explore and handle our wonderful collection of fossils, rocks and minerals. They will have the opportunity to sort the specimens, make charcoal observation drawings, and create a clay fossil reincarnation. After looking at the tools of the [...]

By |2019-07-22T13:50:09+01:00December 12th, 2018||0 Comments
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Terrific Teddies and Toys – Children’s craft activities & teddy bear hunt

1 - 4 June 2021 Bring your favourite teddy bear along for a picnic! Join our teddy bear friends for some fun and games around Hartelbury Castle! Explore the Castle's beautiful grounds, and enjoy the Castle and Museum's amazing exhibitions and displays. An undercover picnic area is available, and refreshments will also be available in the Carriage Circle, to enjoy as you take part in our family activities throughout the day. [...]

By |2021-05-19T14:42:27+01:00April 26th, 2021|0 Comments
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Spooks and Scares at The Commandery

Spooks and Scares Activity Sessions: 11am – 12pm and 1pm – 2pm. Join the fun and games including a broomstick obstacle race (weather permitting), find the potion ingredients and pin the wart on the witch! Plus, find out about the witch craze of the 17th century! Make your own witch bottle and poppets to ward off witches and spirits. Discover what people did in the past to protect their homes from [...]

By |2019-10-16T13:55:27+01:00February 21st, 2019|0 Comments
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Space and Shadows by Leena Batchelor

Sunday 10 - Saturday 23 April | The Commandery An exhibition of original poetry and photography exploring the theme of Space and Shadows. Presented by Leena Batchelor, The Commandery Poet in Residence, the collection explores the hidden spaces within, and stories behind, this beautiful building. “In creating this collection, I have explored witches’ marks with my fingertips, heard echoes in the shadows, and walked with ghosts. Space and shadows also allow [...]

By |2022-04-12T15:34:45+01:00March 28th, 2022|0 Comments
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