Discover our fascinating historic buildings, explore our gardens, visit the lambs and have fun participating in our Easter trail and self-led family activities.

Return to the 17th Century with Sir Marmaduke Rawdon's Regiment of Foote as it prepares to march and join King Charles' Royalist army at Oxford.

This Easter we’ll be taking you back to the 14th Century when the Plantagenet Medieval Society return to the Museum for three days of action, excitement and pageantry.

Be transported back in time to the Elizabethan era, and have an insight into the lives and festivities of that period. There will be music and dancing and a display of firepower. Soldiers will lead new recruits (the audience!) in a military drill, and there will be a display of fine swordsmanship. In between, you can explore the encampment and see what is being eaten, drunk, made and mended.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of ancient Rome as you cheer for your favorite gladiator and witness their incredible skills and bravery. Marvel at the strategies, strength, and agility displayed by these skilled warriors.

Watch spectacular displays and thrill at the musket, cavalry, and artillery displays that will transport you to the heart of Napoleonic warfare. Feel the ground shake as cannons roar, horses charge, and muskets fire. Discover the untold stories of the men and women behind the armies – the unsung heroes who kept them fed, clothed, marching, and loved.

See and hear our blacksmith in action working our traditional Victorian forge.

Step into a world of knights in shining armor and witness displays of incredible skill and horsemanship. Be captivated by the bravery and agility of these armoured knights as they engage in thrilling jousting battles.

See and hear our blacksmith in action working our traditional Victorian forge.

The Classic Vehicle Show is back and it promises to be a weekend filled with nostalgia and excitement. Whether you're a car enthusiast, a motorcycle lover, or simply appreciate the beauty of classic vehicles, this event is not to be missed.

We are hosting a special weekend showcasing heritage craft demonstrations. Visitors will have the opportunity to step back in time and witness traditional crafts in action.

This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

Watch multiple re-enactment groups depicting different wartime periods throughout Britain's history. Visit the living history camps and watch a variety of displays from across the nation's history.

This is a unique opportunity to learn about the less savoury aspects of Victorian life in a fun, family-friendly environment with the ‘Ragged Victorians'!

Watch Viking re-enactments and battles. Get involved in games, music, storytelling and fun activities from the Viking Age. Then join us to watch as the raid unfolds and see who wins in the battle between the Vicious Vikings and the Christian forces of Wessex.

Discover the fascinating traditions of our farming history. Learn about apple pressing and traditional crafts.

Join us for our special Wild About Wool knitting event and discover different types of textile crafts.

See the Museum's buildings decorated for Christmas, listen to choirs, do a bit of shopping, have an audience with Father Christmas, take part in some festive crafts, have a Christmas family portrait taken in our photo studio and find out about the history of Christmas traditions with our living history re-enactors.