Summer Holiday Family Fun!

Monday 22nd July to Friday 30th August

Weekdays between 10.00 -12.30 - Craft Activities

Come and see our new Apache AH Mk.1 exhibit and enjoy an Apache themed trail and summer holiday crafts - crafts are available every weekday between 10:00 and 12:30 - see the schedule below.

On Thursdays, you can take a virtual walk around an Apache helicopter using our VR headsets between 10:00 and 13:00. Please read the safety advice for the VR Headsets HERE - age restrictions at parent's discretion. 

Join Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust on Tuesday 20th August between 10:00 and 15:00 to find out how we can all make space for nature and discover what is living on our doorstep.  Activities include an invertebrate safari using bug pots and sweep nets to discover what invertebrates are living around the Museum grounds. Explore what plants are growing and make leaf prints to take away using a method called happa zome.

Plus, Models for Heroes will be back with their popular model making sessions between 10:00 and 15:00 on Sunday 25th August. Come along to have a a go at making and painting plastic models.  

Check back here for updates on other exciting events planned throughout the summer.

All our holiday activities are included with a general admission ticket which gives visitors a free annual pass to the Museum - save money by booking online!

Annual Pass holders, please pre-book a session to avoid disappointment at busy times. The Museum has capacity limits in place to keep our visitors safe. We cannot guarantee admission to the Museum if you visit without having pre-booked a session, even if you hold a valid ticket.

Here's the schedule of craft activities:

Monday 19th August - Friday 23rd August– Paratroopers

Monday 26th August - Friday 30th August – Medal Making