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Enchanted Woodland Creations: Monday 17 August to Monday 31 August

Published: 28th July, 2026

Families visiting Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall can enjoy a craft activity inspired by the enchanting woodland world of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Using pine cones and colourful craft materials, children will be able to create their own magical fairy or sprite decoration to take home as a reminder of their visit.

Magic Faraway Tree Museum Adventure: Saturday 25 July to Sunday 16 August

Published: 28th July, 2026

Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall is joining the nationwide Magic Faraway Tree Museum Adventure, organised by Kids in Museums in partnership with Blyton Books.

The Lost Palaces of Tudor England

Published: 21st April, 2026

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the opening of Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall as a visitor attraction, and a programme of special events and activities is set to celebrate the occasion beginning with a talk by renowned architectural historian Dr Jonathan Foyle on Tuesday 21 April 2026 (6.30pm).

Violet Shades of Shakespeare at Easter 28/03/26 - 12/04/26

Published: 28th March, 2026

Join us to decorate a traditional terracotta pot, then plant your very own violet seed. Take it home and enjoy the beautiful shades of purple as it grows and brightens your windowsill.

Lantern making – February half term holidays

Published: 14th February, 2026

Light up your February half term holidays with our lantern-making craft activity, taking place from Saturday 14 February to Sunday 22 February.

Santa returns to the Schoolroom on 24th December 2025!

Published: 10th November, 2025

We're excited to announce the return of Santa to the schoolroom, in our popular Santa in the Schoolroom experience. Created in partnership with Tell Tale Theatre.