This site is part of the South West Heritage Trust.
Adventure through time, jumping between hundreds of millions of years BCE and today with hands-on workshops for home educated young people.
Join us for inspiring, diverse themed sessions that bring history, archaeology, science and traditions to life through real objects, fascinating stories and immersive activities.
Whether your child is learning about when dinosaurs roamed around Somerset, uncovering the prehistoric Isle of Avalon, investigating Roman innovations, exploring traditional rural life or discovering the impact of wartime Britain, our regular Home Education Sessions are designed to support learning, spark curiosity and help families connect with others in the home education community.
Weekly workshops are inspired by the remarkable collections and stories found at:
Each session is 90 minutes long. We require a minimum of one adult and one child for any booking. Sessions are suitable for all ages between 7–14 years.
Friday 19 February 2027 Discover what Somerset was like in a world of warriors, kings and communities around the time of Alfred the Great. Step...
Thursday 15 April 2027 How did people have fun in Anglo-Saxon England? Discover games played during the period and challenge yourself to play board games...
Thursday 20 May 2027 Explore the stories, imagery and literature of Anglo-Saxon England. Discover Beowulf, explore the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle and experience the power of storytelling...
Thursday 17 June 2027 Become a Viking craftsperson and make your own leather pouch. Create a set of wooden runes to keep inside, then learn...
