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Half term at The MERL
Free visits, fun activities, and more
There’s lots for families of all ages to do this May half term at The Museum of English Rural Life.
- Discover our Summer Family Activity Packs for all ages (from £2 per pack)
- Have a go at a variety of gallery and garden trails including our woodland brass rubbing trail
- Free hands-on make-and-take activities
- Try your hand at brass rubbing (subject to room availability)
- Explore the museum garden and enjoy our play-on tractor and wagon
- Check out our exhibition, Forty Farms, with accompanying self-guided tours in the garden and the galleries
- Learn about our free upcoming Romany and Traveller Heritage Day (14 June), a day of family fun celebrating rural heritage
Refreshments
Enjoy a selection of hot & cold drinks and snacks from our café. You are also welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the garden.
Parking
Please note that the museum’s car park can fill up quickly at busy times. Parking is also available in the University car park on Acacia Road, adjacent to the museum. Please collect a permit from reception on arrival if parking in Acacia Road car park.
We encourage visitors to use public transport wherever possible. Please visit our Getting Here page for details.
