Families

Families can explore Bruce Castle together through a wide range of free events, interactive resources in our galleries and our dedicated family gallery; the Little Parlour.

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

Boy playing with giant chess set outside Bruce Castle Museum

Summer Family Activities

Scrolls and Scripts

Join us in our Makers’ Space and explore how to write with a quill, slate or old typewriter. We’ll be running activities on three afternoons each with a different craft.

Suitable for children aged 6 -10 years old.

Learn your letters!

Head down to the Castle and discover a range of alphabet activities. Print your name with letter blocks, get hands on ‘writing’ in our sensory sand trays and enjoy family time with a book or puzzle.

Suitable for children aged 3 -6 years old.

Visit the Events page for more details on activity dates and times.

Little Parlour - now open!

Explore interactives, dress-up in costume, read a book, or try a puzzle.

Our dedicated family gallery has now been re-opened - we've given it a new name and improved the space!

It is aimed at parents and carers with children aged 3-8 years old.

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

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

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.