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FREE FAMILY WORKSHOPS: Georgian Summer Fun and Games

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This summer, we are inviting families to get playful and join us at John Wesley’s New Room.

During the last two weeks of the school summer holidays, join us for fun and games inspired by the Georgians. Step back in time, dress like a Georgian. Play with toys and games Georgian children would have enjoyed. Make your own toy to take home.

  • Dress up

  • Play with old toys and games

  • Handle toys from the past

  • Make a toy.

With the option to book a quieter session or just drop-in, have fun exploring toys and games from the past.

The workshops will be in the Broadmead Courtyard, a public outdoor space or in the beautiful 18th century Chapel on the ground floor.

Children 3+ years. FREE. Donations welcome.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tuesday 18th August 09:30 – 11:00 (Quieter Session) *BOOK NOW*

Tuesday 18th August 13:00 – 15:00 Drop-in (NO NEED TO BOOK)

Thursday 25th August 09:30 – 11:00 (Quieter Session) *BOOK NOW*

Thursday 25th August 13:00 – 15:00 Drop-in (NO NEED TO BOOK)

Also, throughout the school holidays there are FREE activities in the Chapel and FREE child museum admission (23rd July – 2nd September).

More information about visiting John Wesley’s New Room, including our Visual Story can be found by clicking on this link: Access Information – John Wesley’s New Room. A quiet and private space is usually available in the Chapel Meeting Room.

John Wesley's New Room

John Wesley’s New Room is a heritage site in the heart of Bristol. It houses a museum, library, café, events and hire space. It is home to the original 18th century chapel that started the Methodist movement.

It also houses an award-winning Café and a vast reference Library. John Wesley’s New Room hosts a range of art, music and family events and is also available to hire.

Explore the Museum of John & Charles Wesley’s life and work in Bristol.

John Wesley’s New Room is the oldest Methodist building in the world, located right in the heart of Bristol city centre. Founded in 1739 by John Wesley, the New Room became the cradle of the worldwide Methodist movement.

This is the place that completes the story of Bristol. This is the Room that changed the World.

It is a place where everyone is welcome to explore, step back, take time, reconnect and recharge.

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