History

Sculpting

Lego

Easter

Hampshire

Test Valley

Get creative this Easter and make a historical masterpiece with LEGO® bricks. 

Join us in the marquee for a drop-in session where thousands of LEGO® bricks will be transformed into a huge sculpture under the expert guidance of our master builders. 

Suitable for ages 4+.

LEGO® and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO® Group which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this event. ©2025 The LEGO® Group

The Big Brick Build

Join our collections team in the Archaeological Collections Store and discover a treasure trove of unique and special objects spanning 2,000 years of England's history. These are objects not normally on display, and form around a third of our total stored collection.

This year the tours will focus on objects from Roman Wroxeter, Hill Hall and Thetford Priory.

Tours are free and can be booked when you arrive at Wrest Park.

Tours will run at 11am and 1pm on the following dates:

7 April

19 May

2 June

16 June

7 July

21 July

4 August

18 August

8 September

22 September

6 October

20 October

Archaeological Collections Store Tours

Discover the enchanting Little Castle with our staff-led guided tours this winter!

Join us every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 11am and 1pm for an engaging exploration of the castle’s rich history and hidden gems.

Our knowledgeable guides are excited to share captivating stories and insights, ensuring an enriching experience for all visitors.

Additional tours may be offered during the week and on weekends, so keep an eye out for more opportunities to delve into the castle’s fascinating past!

Guided Tours Of Bolsover's Little Castle

Chatty Café

First Friday of every month from Friday 4th April - 10am-11.30am.

Join us on the first Friday every month from 10.00-11.30am for a chat and a cuppa. There will always be a volunteer on hand so a chat is guaranteed and there is a free cup of tea as well.

Gainsborough Old Hall has been at the heart of the town’s community for hundreds of years and is the perfect meeting place for locals and visitors alike.

Sometimes the best connections are made over a cup of tea and our Chatty Café days are the perfect way to bring people together.

Memory Café

The first Friday of April and May will be extra special Chatty Café days. We’d love to hear your stories about Gainsborough Old Hall and by sharing them you’ll help us keep history alive for future generations.

Our oral history volunteers will be in the café to hear your memories and share your experience of our wonderful building. Whether it’s how you relatives worked or even lived in the hall or how you attended classes there in the 1980s, were looking to find out more and document memories for future generations.

We’ll have some pictures from the hall’s history in display to help us recollect. Your memories matter and we want to hear them!

Chatty Café At Gainsborough Old Hall

Join us for a behind the scenes tour of Helmsley Archaeology store!

Tours will be held: 

Friday 4th April – 11:30 & 13:30

Friday 2nd May – 11:30 & 13:30

Friday 6th June - 11:30 & 13:30

Friday 4th July - 11:30 & 13:30

Friday 1st August - 11:30 & 13:30

Friday 19th September - 11:30 & 13:30 – Heritage Open day specials

Saturday 20th September – 10:00 & 11:30 – Heritage Open day specials

Friday 3rd October - 11:30 & 13:30

Guided by members of the collections team, these tours will explore how we look after and care for our collections, our current projects and highlight some of our favourite finds from across the North territory.

To book your place, please email the collections team on Helmsley.Stores@english-heritage.org.uk.

Please specify a date and include a list of all attendees in your email. Tours are free but contributions welcomed. Bookings will be made on a first come, first serve basis.

While tours are free, a £5 per person donation is suggested.

Helmsley Archaeology Store Tours

Start the weekend energised with a spot of Community Yoga amongst the backdrop of Marble Hill and it's surroundings! Community based event, meet on the Oval Lawn (Behind House towards River) at 8am.

Community Yoga

Join us for an adventure quest at Audley End this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets coming soon.

Don't miss The Big Brick Build, which will also be happening during the Easter holidays between 12 – 21 April.

There’s lots to do at Audley End House and Gardens this Easter including:

Explore the playground.

Meet the horses in the stables.

Enjoy activities in the Victorian nursery.

Experience life as a Victorian servant in the kitchens.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Audley End House And Gardens

Join us for an adventure quest at Birdoswald Roman Fort this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets coming soon.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Birdoswald Roman Fort

Join us for an adventure quest at Osborne this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%.

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Don't miss The Big Brick Build, which will also be happening during the Easter holidays between 12 – 21 April.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Osborne

Join us for an adventure quest at Carisbrooke Castle this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%.

Tickets will be on sale soon.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Carisbrooke Castle

Join us for an adventure quest at Kenilworth Castle this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets available soon.

Don't miss The Big Brick Build, which will also be happening during the Easter holidays between 12 – 21 April.

There's loads to enjoy at Kenilworth Castle this Easter:

Explore the mighty medieval keep!

Take in the views from Elizabeth I's private rooms

Discover the unique Elizabethan garden with bird-filled aviary

Get hands-on with history in the family-friendly exhibition

Relax and recharge in the Stables Tearoom

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Kenilworth Castle And Elizabethan Garden

Join us for an adventure quest at Down House this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%.

Tickets will be on sale soon.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Down House

Join us for an adventure quest at Dover Castle this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%.

Tickets will be on sale soon.

Don't miss The Big Brick Build, which will also be happening during the Easter holidays between 12 – 21 April.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Dover Castle

Join us for an adventure quest at Bolsover Castle this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets coming soon.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Don't miss The Big Brick Build, which will also be happening during the Easter holidays between 12 – 21 April.

Easter Adventure Quest Bolsover Castle

Join us for an adventure quest at Brodsworth Hall this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets coming soon.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Brodsworth Hall

Join us for an adventure quest at Birdoswald Roman Fort this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets coming soon.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

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Easter Adventure Quest Chesters Roman Fort

Join us for an adventure quest at Eltham Palace and Gardens this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets available soon.

There’s loads to enjoy at Eltham Palace and Gardens this Easter:

Go on an adventure in the unique playground.

Relax in the beautiful glasshouse café overlooking the playground.

Explore the art deco mansion.

See the purpose-built heated home of Mah-Jong, the Courtaulds' beloved pet lemur.

Head underground to explore the basement.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Eltham Palace And Gardens

Join us for an adventure quest at Framlingham Castle this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

Book early and save 15%. Tickets available soon.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Easter Adventure Quest At Framlingham Castle

English Heritage

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of the empire to a Cold War bunker. 

Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. 

The Big Brick Build

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