Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Russell-Cotes Museum Half Term Activities)

Russell-Cotes Museum Half Term Activities

Visitors can go ghost hunting through the historic house using an indoor trail or follow a themed garden trail outside. The grounds also host garden games when the weather permits. Children can join drop-in craft sessions to choose and complete creative projects to take home.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

russellcotes.com

When

Tickets

Trails are free. Admission charges apply to visit the historic house, and an admission ticket for the house is required to take part in the house trail Drop-in crafts are £4.50 per child.

Hours

Drop-in crafts: 10.30am–1pm, Tuesday 27, Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October.

Ages

Crafts not suitable for children under 36 months

Going?

Location

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Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum · East Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth, BH1 3AA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Spooky and playful

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a bag along to safely carry home your craft creations.
  • Make sure to purchase house admission if you plan to complete the indoor ghost hunt trail.
  • Garden games are weather dependent, so check the forecast before your visit.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Drop-in craft sessions run 10:30am–1pm on Tuesday 27, Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October, for £4.50 per child; no booking is needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do the craft sessions require advance booking?

No booking is required for the drop-in craft sessions; you can simply turn up.

Are the crafts suitable for toddlers?

The craft activities are not suitable for children under 36 months.

Are the trails included without house admission?

Trails are free, but entering the house to take part in the indoor trail requires a historic house admission ticket.

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