Royals at Stowe House: May Half-Term Family Trail & Crafts
2026-12-30 00:00, 2026-12-31 00:00, 2027-01-01 00:00, 2027-01-02 00:00, 2027-01-03 00:00, 2027-01-04 00:00, 2027-01-05 00:00, 2027-01-06 00:00 (Europe/London) and 18 more dates | Stowe House
This May half-term, step inside Stowe House for a family-friendly royal adventure through the State Rooms.
Follow our children’s trail as you explore the house, uncovering fascinating royal connections and taking part in engaging activities along the way. There’ll also be free self-led crafts where little ones can get creative with themed make-and-take activities and colouring.
Perfect for curious young minds, this relaxed and interactive experience is included with admission, making it an easy and enjoyable day out for the whole family.
Free with admission. Enjoy great value for a family day out: under 5s go free, children aged 6–16 are just £3, and adults £9.50. National Trust members receive discounted entry at £7.50, and Historic Houses members visit free.
Dates: 24-28 & 31 May
Top Up Your Ticket…Many of our children's events and activities are free of charge. Support our work by adding a donation to your admission ticket when you pre-book.

What The Ladybird Heard At Christmas
2026-12-30, 2026-12-31 | Royal & Derngate, 19-21 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, NN1 1DP
It’s Christmas time, and the clever little Ladybird is off on a festive adventure. As she visits her friends for the holidays, she soon discovers that familiar troublemakers Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are hatching a new plan. This time, the dastardly duo are after the children’s Christmas presents, and they’re ready to cause chaos before morning!
Little do they know, the smallest creature will make the biggest difference. With quiet courage and a brilliant idea, the Ladybird steps in to outsmart their scheme – with a little help from her farmyard friends, of course!
This brand-new adaptation brings the world of the Ladybird books to life on stage, packed with catchy songs, festive sparkle and a dash of Christmas magic. From the team behind The Jolly Christmas Postman, this festive delight is perfect for little ones and their grown-ups.
WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD AT CHRISTMAS text © 2022 by Julia Donaldson and illustrations © 2022 by Lydia Monks, published by Macmillan’s Children’s Books

Sunday Sewing Socials in the Taproom with Olesya
2027-01-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Saxbys Cider, The Cider Yard, Farndish, Wellingborough, NN29 7HJ
Join me, Olesya, for a friendly sewing session and a chat.
Sunday Sewing Socials is a little sewing club, running in a relaxing and easygoing atmosphere every two weeks. Bring your own hand sewing project or feel free to pick something from what I offer. Any age, any level, everyone is welcome and Family tickets available.
I will be sharing different techniques and tricks every time. So there will be always something interesting to learn and try. Hand-sewing is a great way to have a Slow Stitching Meditation, it helps you to return to your balanced, focused, and relaxed self.
See you there! Link for booking: https://slowfashionbus.co.uk/
