Events
Suitable for: Everyone!
A playful, hands‑on trail exploring childhood through the ages
Toys Through Time is an interactive trail that invites visitors to discover how children have played in the past, from traditional skipping ropes and spinning tops to tin robots and early technology.
Suitable for: All ages, especially families
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A community‑led exhibition celebrating Polish culture and heritage
From Poland: Spirit and Strength explores the rich culture, creativity and history of Poland, celebrating the strong connections between Polish communities and Newark and Sherwood through personal stories, objects and traditions.
When: 24 March – October 2026
Suitable for: All ages
A playful, interactive trail bringing history to life with LEGO®
This spring, turn your visit to the National Civil War Centre and Newark Town Hall Museum and Art Gallery, into an adventure with our new LEGO® Trail, for a chance to WIN a LEGO® Natural History Museum set!
Suitable for: LEGO® and history fans of all ages
Drop‑in family activity days filled with hands‑on creativity, playful challenges and shared exploration of history.
Date: First Saturday of every month, from 10am
Suitable for: Families, all ages
Weekly museum sessions for under 5s
Mini Museum is a relaxed, playful session designed for families, offering discovery, creativity and fun through simple hands-on activities.
Date: Thursdays in term time, 10.30am to 11.30am
Suitable for: Under 5s
A guided walking tour exploring Newark’s story across the centuries
An extended walking tour exploring Newark’s Civil War past
Take a deeper look at Newark during the British Civil Wars on this extended walking tour, exploring key seventeenth‑century sites including Millgate and the Queen’s Sconce, led by an expert guide.
What the Human Remains Tell us About the Battle of Stokefield
Dr Samantha Tipper, Senior Lecturer at Anglia Ruskin University, examines what human skeletons from the Battle of Stoke Field can reveal about violence, injury and life during one of the most significant battles of the late medieval period.
Date: Friday 17 April 2026, 7pm
Suitable for: History enthusiasts
A special themed family activity day celebrating music, movement and May Day traditions
Step back to 1665 for a special Family Saturday EXTRA! filled with live music, dancing and hands‑on creativity. Enjoy all the usual Family Saturday fun, plus themed activities inspired by May Day celebrations, music and movement.
Date: Saturday 2 May 2026, 10am - 4pm
Suitable for: Families, ages 0 - 99
Explore the lively world of 17th‑century country dancing through music, movement and history. This engaging session combines storytelling with the chance to try traditional dances recorded in John Playford’s The English Dancing Master.
Date: Saturday 2 May 2026, 4.30pm
Suitable for: Adults
Suitable for: Families, ages 0 - 99
A festive Family Saturday with special seasonal activities
Celebrate the season with a Family Saturday EXTRA! as we host our St Nicholas Christmas event, featuring all the usual Family Saturday favourites plus additional festive activities to be announced.
When: Saturday 5 December 2026, 10am–4pm
Suitable for: Families, ages 0 - 99