Did you know the Museum hosts regular toddler events? On 2 Fridays a month, Art in Mind joins us to offer either Toddler Crafts or Messy Play! 

We’ve got so many fun themes planned that we think you’d love, and we can’t wait to see you join us! Read on below to find out exactly what we’ve got planned – and how you can get involved! 

Friday 14 August 2026 – Fun in the Sun Toddler Crafts

In August, we’re having fun in the sun with our toddler crafts, with a range of summer-themed activities! 

Time Slots: 10:15 – 11:00
Cost: £5.00 per child (accompanying adults go free)
Age Range: recommended for those under 5. 

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Friday 28 August 2026 – Beside the Sea Sensory and Messy Play

Expect a morning packed with seaside-inspired sensory play, water activities, beach-themed fun and plenty of opportunities for little ones to explore, create and make new friends.

Time Slots: 10:00 – 11:00
Cost: £8.00 per child (accompanying adults do not need a ticket – maximum 1 adult per child)
Age Range: recommended for those under 5.

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Friday 11 September 2026 – Rainbow Toddler Crafts

In September, we’re heading somewhere over the rainbow for this month’s toddler crafts. We’ll make mess, laugh and have fun! 

Time Slots: 10:15 – 11:00
Cost: £5.00 per child (accompanying adults go free)
Age Range: recommended for those under 5. 

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Friday 25 September 2026 – Outer Space Sensory and Messy Play

Let’s blast off into space for our Outer Space Sensory and Messy Play. Aim for the stars in our messy fun, encouraging little ones to explore, make a mess and have a intergalactic time!

Time Slots: 10:00 – 11:00
Cost: £8.00 per child (accompanying adults do not need a ticket – maximum 1 adult per child)
Age Range: recommended for those under 5.

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Friday 9 October 2026 – Halloween Toddler Crafts

Watch out for ghosts, goblins and things that go bump in the night at our Halloween Toddler Crafts! (there’ll be no scares – we promise). We wonder who can make the BEST looking monster toilet roll?

Time Slots: 10:15 – 11:00
Cost: £5.00 per child (accompanying adults go free)
Age Range: recommended for those under 5. 

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Friday 23 October 2026 – Dinosaur Sensory and Messy Play

There is something special about dinosaurs, their size, their unique names and there is a slight mystery about them. Join us for a ROARSOME time creating lots of mess and having dinosaur-themed fun!

Time Slots: 10:00 – 11:00
Cost: £8.00 per child (accompanying adults do not need a ticket – maximum 1 adult per child)
Age Range: recommended for those under 5.

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Friday 13 November 2026 – Oh Help! Oh No! It’s A … Toddler Crafts

Oh help! Oh no! It’s a … toddler craft workshop! Join us as we make a range of crafts themed around a much-loved author and illustrator! Shall we make a gold star for a special orange dragon? Can we make room for a cat and a witch? Oh! How about a creature with terrible tusks and claws, a black tongue, and purple prickles all over his back?

Time Slots: 10:15 – 11:00
Cost: £5.00 per child (accompanying adults go free)
Age Range: recommended for those under 5. 

Buy your tickets here!