Get to know the superstars of the plant world—succulents! Learn how these tough little plants survive with very little water. Plant your very own succulent and decorate its pot then take it home.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Take a closer look at the tiny world of pollen through a microscope! Learn fascinating pollen facts, then unleash your creativity by making a unique pollen-inspired artwork to show off at home.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Explore the wonderful world of winter plants! Discover the magic of scented winter plants and create your own bath potions inspired by these delightful smells to take home for a relaxing treat.
Ages 3 +
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Free child tickets for this event must be booked online. Ticket sales open one week before the event. Adults do not need to book to accompany however please note that adults will be required to pay for Garden entry on arrival.
Drop in for a day of family activities. Get moving with a Faraday motor, learn about LEDs, light refraction and dispersal and much more!
All half-term family activities are included in museum entry. Some may incur a one-off charge of £2.
This half term Cambridge Science Centre is looking at space!
Come along to see space suits, a rocket, the solar system and more.
Find out about the next big space mission with our brand new show 'Moonshot', join in our lab activities, a space treasure hunt and more!
Booking required.
The afternoon session, 1-2pm, is suitable for babies aged 0-18 months and their parents and carers.
Notes: A family ticket is for up to 2 adults with up to 3 children.
The morning session, 10-11.30am, is suitable for children aged 18 months-5 years and their parents and carers.
Note: A family ticket is for up to 2 adults with up to 3 children.
Drop-in runs 10am-12pm
These free events build upon our ‘Family Welcome Project’, a participatory research project with the North Cambridge Child and Family Centre.
No need to book, just drop in
Uncover stories of wildlife that may be living around us with stories and play. Hear about hungry hedgehogs and squabbling squirrels, and make your own hibernating hedgehog to take home with you.
This expert-led session is suitable for children aged 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults and children under 1 year old do not need a ticket.
There are two sessions to choose from one at 10.30am and another at 11.30am. Both sessions are the same.
FREE
From the tiniest squeak to the biggest roar, discover animal sounds with stories and play.
What noise does a pig make? How about a chicken? Or a puffin? Go on an animal sound safari around the Museum and bring your voice to the specimens. Hear stories and make your own 'noisy' creature to take home with you.
This session is suitable for children aged 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults and children aged 1 year or under do not need a ticket.
There are two sessions , one at 10.30 and another at 11.30. Both sessions are the same.
