HALF TERM Heritage
With half term round the corner, now is the best time to plan an adventure with all the historians in your life.
The Postal Museum
There’s fun for all the family at The Postal Museum this half-term. Take an underground ride on the unique miniature Mail Rail before exploring interactive galleries revealing the surprising story of the first social network. Family activities are offered throughout the week. Find out more by visiting postalmuseum.org/for-families. 15-20 Phoenix Place, London WC1X 0DA. 0300 0300 700 postalmuseum.org //
National Waterfront Museum
Right on the dock in Swansea’s marina, the National Waterfront Museum tells the human story of 300 years of Welsh industry and innovation, looking at the impact the Industrial Revolution had on the people and places of Wales. Through 15 themed galleries, you can find out how Wales was once at the forefront of technology, exporting its ideas – and its goods – to all corners of the world. Free entry. 02920 573600 museum.wales/swansea //
Brooklands Museum
Step back in time at Brooklands Museum in Surrey and discover the pioneers of motor racing, 80 years of aviation heritage and where many world records were set in speed and endurance. Take a car ride on the original race track, go on board Concorde for a virtual supersonic ‘flight’ and see inside the award winning Aircraft Factory and Flight Shed. Open daily from 10am. 01932 857381 brooklandsmuseum.com //
Brontë Parsonage Museum
Set in the picturesque village of Haworth against the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire moors, the Brontë Parsonage Museum houses the world’s largest collection of Brontë furniture, clothes and personal possessions. The Museum is celebrating the bicentenary of the birth of Emily Brontë in 2018 with an exciting programme of exhibitions, performances, talks and family activities. 01535 642 323 bronte.org.uk //
Rosslyn Chapel
Founded in 1446, the beauty of the Chapel’s setting and its ornate stonework have inspired, attracted and intrigued visitors for generations. The visitor centre tells the Chapel’s story – from its 15th century origins to the Da Vinci Code and beyond. Just 7 miles from Edinburgh city centre. Open all year. 0131 440 2159 // rosslynchapel.com
National Wool Museum
Set in the beautiful Teifi Valley, explore the mighty industry that produced clothing, shawls and blankets that were sold across Wales and the world in this gem of a museum. Housed in the former Cambrian Mills, follow the story from fleece to fabric with our self-guided trails, where you can try your hand at some of the old techniques such as carding, spinning and sewing. Free entry. 02920 573070 museum.wales/wool //