Families

Bruce Castle has a dedicated family gallery, runs free events throughout the year and during school holidays, and has a range of activity trails and booklets.

The Park has a children’s play area just behind the Museum.

We are taking a short break from activity sessions as Bruce Castle is about to start an exciting project to restore our East-Wing and create a new gallery space.

Our Little Explorers Gallery will remain open over the Easter Holidays and there are still trails available to pick up from reception.

We hope to be running family activity sessions in the museum courtyard very soon - keep checking back for updates.

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Boy playing with giant chess set outside Bruce Castle Museum

Little Explorers Gallery 

Drop-in to the gallery during opening hours to explore our interactives, dress-up in costume, read a book, or try a puzzle.

Our dedicated family gallery is aimed at parents and carers with children aged 3-8 years old. 

Organised groups e.g. nurseries, play-centres etc. will only be admitted to the gallery if they have pre-booked through our education team.  

There may occasionally be a wait for the gallery if an educational session is taking place.

 

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Girl reading a book about castles outside Bruce Castle Museum

Trails and activity booklets 

Discover more about the house and grounds with our family friendly activity booklets. 

Mystery Manor  

Meet Wilbur the Wyvern, a dragon-like creature who sits on Bruce Castle. In this sticker activity booklet, Wilbur will guide you around his home to explore the mysteries of the manor house. 

Pickup from the main Reception Desk, £1 per booklet 

Bruce Castle Tree Trail  

Explore the beautiful grounds of Bruce Castle Park and the creatures and mini-beasts who call it home! The booklet contains a range of hands-on activities perfect for children who love getting outdoors and exploring nature. 

Pickup from the main Reception Desk, £1 per booklet 

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Family trail booklet with magnifying class