School holiday events are taking place at museums and heritage sites around Rotherham.
Where Am I? Rotherham The Movie
Clifton Park Museum
Wednesday 13th August, 10.00am to 12.00pm and 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Recommended for ages 6+
A warm, witty and welcoming workshop on how to write a movie. Award-winning screenwriter Rob Young, who has helped hundreds of children tell their stories, will teach how films are made so that participants can write their own.
Healthy Planet Event
Catcliffe Glass Cone
Saturday 16th August, 11.00am to 2.00pm
Free, no booking required, suitable for all. Join Catcliffe Community Group and Casting Innovations for a day of craft activities and games, including making your own keyring from recycled cans. Stained-glass expert Bob Arkley will also be on hand for a demonstration and talk.
Nelson’s Cub Club – Pour! at Boston Castle
Boston Castle
Tuesday 19th August, 11.00am to 12.30pm
Free, no booking required, suitable for under fives. Join Little Nelson and his wild friends to explore the grounds of Boston Castle and engage with its heritage through stories, songs and play. Sessions take place one Tuesday per month and are designed for children under five and their families. Each session is free and includes a drink and small snack.
Zine Workshop
Clifton Park Museum
Tuesday 26th August, 10.00am to 12.00pm and 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Recommended for ages four+, no booking required a creative workshop offering a chance to explore the SELF exhibition by making your own zine – a mini-magazine full of fun activities and creative prompts focused on identity.
Family History Workshop
Clifton Park Museum
Friday 29th August, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Free, registration required with the archives team, suitable for adults Ideal for those interested in family history but unsure where to begin. The archives team will guide participants through using websites such as Find My Past and Ancestry, and offer tailored recommendations based on individual interests.