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Drop into the Roundhouse for some free, family friendly heritage themed craft activities all through half term! As part of Birmingham Light Festival, make a paper lantern to explore the Roundhouse courtyard.
Join us in our Event Space or Visitor Centre, 10:00am-4:30pm, Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd February.
Looking for a free and fun family activity? Drop into the Roundhouse for some free, family friendly heritage themed craft activities this half term to coincide with Birmingham Light Festival.
Lantern making. Make a paper lantern, and use it to explore our courtyard and visitor centre.
Drawing and colouring in. We have a lot of pens and some heritage themed colouring in, for grown ups (and little ones too).
Local Look Around Family Friendly Trial. Search the Roundhouse and the canals for histories, sights, and smells. When you’ve finished the trail, head back to the Roundhouse. Get your trail sheet stamped with a smile and claim your prize! Ask a member of the team for a trial.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us in our Event Space or Visitor Centre. These crafting sessions are free, but donations are welcomed.
Dates: Wednesday 19th - Saturday 22nd February .
Time slot: 10:00am-4:30pm. No need to book, just drop in!
Where: The activities will take place either the Roundhouse’s Event Space or the Visitor Centre. Both are accessible via step-free access. The Roundhouse Event Space is at the bottom level of our courtyard. Please visit our Access page for more detailed information.
Directions: View our "Getting here" page for detailed directions.
What: Celebrate the Birmingham Light Festival with us! Activities are short, drop-in craft activities and will take 20-30 minutes per child. Places are offered on a first come first served basis, with a maximum capacity of 20 people in the space. If you’re looking to bring a larger group of family for the session, please call ahead to let us know.
Suitable for: Children ages 6-12 years. Colouring sheets available for much younger children. Please note all children will need to be accompanied by an adult throughout the activity.
What to wear/bring: Our Victorian cobbles can be a little uneven and steep in places so bring some sturdy, sensible shoes.
All equipment is provided by the Roundhouse, however if you would like to bring your own, please feel free to do so.
How much: The activities are free. We can accept cash and contactless donations, if you're able.
All crafts include a free hand-out for tour attendees "Local Look Around". A family friendly trail where you'll search for things at the Roundhouse and the canals for histories, sights and smells. Once finished, head back to the Roundhouse and get your trail sheet stamped with a smile and claim your prize!
Great for: Being part of a community artwork in Birmingham! Families and children looking for a fun and free creative activity. Make a day of it and bring a packed lunch to eat in our curved courtyard.
The Roundhouse, 1 Sheepcote St, Birmingham, B16 8AE
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