Summer Holidays at the Gregson
Summer is here, and while the weather might not quite have got the memo, the schools certainly have.
“What on earth am I going to do to keep my little one’s occupied?” I hear you shout from your home.
Never fear, the Gregson’s events programming guru has come to your rescue!
This summer, we have upped our game when it comes to kids activities, with workshops from local artists, and organisations such as Lancaster Music Festival.
We are also VERY excited to announce that we have TWO children’s shows coming to the Gregson!! Theatre company Beggar’s Belief are bringing us their sweet themed show Scrumptious, and internationally acclaimed storyteller Cassandra Wye is performing a wonderful Fiesta of Stories.
Quickly, before I leave you in peace to read our full programme below – we are really excited by this programme. That said, we’ve never done anything on this scale before, so it is a bit of a risk for us. So, if you like what you see and want to see more of it, please do come along to any and all of the below! A good portion of these events are free OR have non-means tested free places available, so if finances are a barrier please get in touch at info@gregson.co.uk.
P.S. booking essential for all of the below!
Thank you, and see you this summer hols!
Wed 31st July – Weave a Willow Star
Join local artist Amy as she takes participants through the steps to weave a willow star. Great for decorating the wall, mantle piece or as a table decoration. All materials and tools will be provided. 11am-12.30pm
Ages 4+ | £12
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Fri 2nd August – Crafty Kids
Join the monthly craft group run by Gregson volunteers. Parents / Carers and pre-schoolers / home-schooled kids up to age 12 are welcome to come along, with new crafts being explored each time. sessions are also designed to be suitable for neurodiverse children. 11am-12.30pm
Under 12s | Free
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Mon 12th – Thurs 15th August – 11+ Summer School
Is your child ready to conquer the 11+ exams this September? Don’t let them miss their shot at success! In four comprehensive sessions your child will explore key exam areas, and discover winning strategies to master essential exam tips and tricks. 9.30am-3.30pm
For students taking the 11+ in September | £149
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Tues 13th – Thurs 15th August – Lancaster Music Festival Academy
Are you aged 14-25 and interested in a career in the music industry? Lancaster Music Festival brings an exciting series of FREE workshops led by industry professionals, including Lancaster’s very own LOWES and Massive Wagons! Times vary between workshops
Ages 14-25 | Free
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Wed 14th August – Weave a Willow Bird Feeder
Amy will take participants through the steps to the steps to weave a willow bird feeder. Great for putting fat balls in for the garden. All materials and tools will be provided. There’ll be time to make 2 of these and possibly something extra if time allows. 11am-12.30pm
Ages 4+ | £12
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Mon 19th – Fri 23rd August – Escape 2 Make Theatre Workshops
You have the opportunity to be a writer, actor, director, stage manager… or all of the above! Your ideas will contribute to a piece of theatre focused around our planet that will be made completely from scratch and developed & rehearsed over one week. 1-4pm
Ages 11-18 | Free
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Sat 24th August – Scrumptious – Family Theatre
Join Sylvie, the sweetshop owner and her friends for a magical show about friendship and ice cream, with hilarious songs, dancing, storytelling and gentle audience participation – the perfect treat for families and anyone young at heart. 2.30-3.15pm
Ages 4+ | £6-£10 / £26 for families
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Sun 1st September – A Fiesta of Stories
Join international storyteller Cassandra Wye as she brings a new performance celebrating global communities and cultures to the Gregson. All told with Cassandra’s energy-filled and highly engaging style of performance. 2.30-3.45pm
Ages 4+ | £6-£10 / £26 for families
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Sat 7th September – “Lights That Lead Us There” – Song Workshop
Join County of Song’s Loz Kaye for a free workshop exploring songs of love, longing and light to welcome Autumn. This is a mixed ages activity and more suitable for older children. 11am-1pm | Free
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Rainy days are bound to come during the Summer!
You can book our Secret Cinema anytime and show any film you like for just £15 p/h.
The cinema seats 25 people – perfect for a rainy day activity. To book please email roomhire@gregson.co.uk