Event Information
Explore our new gardens and take part in our fun family activities during the summer holidays.
27 July – 1 September
11.00–16.30
Throughout the summer holidays we’re running a whole bunch of family activities from exploring pond life to nature-themed arts and crafts
Join us in our gardens and discover the different plants and animals that call it home with our brilliant programme of summer fun.
What's on?
Daily events
Spirit Collection Tour
Go behind the scenes for a look at the fascinating zoology collection we care for preserved in spirit. You’ll encounter numerous treasures hidden among the 22 million animal specimens we house. Tickets must be booked in advance.
27 July – 1 September
11.00–11.45, 13.00–13.45 and 15.00–15.45
Adult £25
Child £25
Member £22.50
Only for ages 8+
Meet by the Turbinaria coral in Hintze Hall
Weekday events
Family Nature Talks
Learn surprising facts about the natural world and hear stories about the exciting science we carry out here at the Museum and out in the field in these 20-minute live talks.
Monday to Friday
27 July – 1 September
There will be no talks on 22-23 August
11.00–11.20, 13.00–13.20 and 14.00–14.20
Free, first come first served
Recommended age 5+
Attenborough Studio, Orange Zone
Pond Explorers
Have you ever wondered what life is like in a pond or what goes on beneath the surface? Discover the different marvellous creatures living in our new pond.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
19 August – 1 September
The week of 12 August – 16 August
11.00–16.30
Free, drop-in
Recommended age 5+
Pond, the Gardens
Meet the Scientist
Join one of our scientists and find out about the exciting work they do behind the scenes here at the Museum.
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
27 July – 1 September (except Bank Holiday Monday 26 August)
15.00–15.30
Free, first come first served
Recommended age 8+
Attenborough Studio, Orange Zone
Nature Makes
Enjoy a selection of urban-wildlife-themed family activities. Try one of our nature-inspired crafts or get your hands on our handling objects and specimens. Subject to availability.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
20 August – 1 September
Various times, subject to availability
Free, drop-in
Recommended age 3+
Nature Activity Centre, the Gardens
Weekend events
Nature Makes
Enjoy a selection of urban-wildlife-themed family activities. Try one of our nature-inspired crafts or get your hands on our handling objects and specimens. Subject to availability.
Saturdays and Sundays
24 August – 1 September
Various times, subject to availability
Free, drop-in
Recommended age 3+
Nature Activity Centre, the Gardens
Pond Explorers
Have you ever wondered what life is like in a pond or what goes on beneath the surface? Discover the different marvellous creatures living in our new pond.
Saturdays and Sundays
27 July – 1 September
11.00–16.30
Free, drop-in
Recommended age 5+
Pond, the Gardens