Southampton's most important historic building, Tudor House and Garden reveals over 800 years of history in one fascinating location at the heart of the Old Town. The timber-framed building facing St Michael's Square was built in the late 15th century, with King John's Palace, an adjacent Norman house accessible from Tudor House Garden, dating back a further 300 years.
A family session inspired by Harry Potter where children create magic wands and search for magical characters in the garden.
A torchlight tour led by historian Andy Skinner exploring the hidden histories, vaults and ancient walls of Hamtun Town, with tales of war, plague, villainy and ghosts.
Interactive family history session on local folklore with stories, artefacts and hands-on craft activities.
Spooky Halloween celebrations at Tudor House with family-friendly ghost tours, face painting, games and a haunting trail.
A guided ghost tour of the historic Tudor House led by historian and paranormal enthusiast Emily Pierce, exploring reported hauntings and opening normally closed areas.
Interactive ghost hunt activity led by paranormal experts Andrew Frewing-House and James Kemp, allowing visitors to handle equipment and participate in experiments within the historic Tudor House.
A creative workshop led by Nina Lazarski where participants learn new watercolour techniques in a wellbeing-focused setting.
A historical talk by Andy Skinner exploring the origins, building and history of the St Mary's Workhouse in Southampton.
A home education history session for children aged 6+ exploring Stone, Bronze and Iron Age life using the museum's collection.
Festive visit to Tudor House: meet Father Christmas, craft activity and Christmas treat.
A festive lantern-lit walking tour with guide Andy Skinner exploring Southampton's Christmas history in the Old Town, including hidden medieval vaults.
A theatrical talk by actor and historian Jane Glennie exploring the dangers of Victorian clothing and the campaign for rational dress.
A guided walk tracing Southampton's medieval water system from St Michael's Square to the Conduit Head, led by Andy Skinner.
A creative workshop led by Nina Lazarski where participants learn new watercolour techniques; all materials are provided.
A day of talks and performances exploring the medieval legend of Sir Bevis, with introductions, dramatic readings and an investigation of links to Southampton.
A hands-on workshop where participants learn to manipulate wire to create a miniature tree, which they then adorn with semi-precious gemstone beads.
A guided photo walk and tour around Tudor House and Garden, exploring Southampton's past and hidden spaces through photography.
A home education history session for children aged 6 and over exploring the history of Southampton from prehistory to the modern era.
Award-winning theatrical ghost tour with live actors through the historic streets of Southampton, exploring the city's darkest secrets.
A guided tour of St Michael's Church with historian Andy Skinner, exploring its history from the Norman Conquest to WWII.
Guided ghost tours through the historic streets of Southampton, featuring live actors, dramatic storytelling and access to ancient vaults.
Art for All session to create colourful printmaking portraits of your favourite animals and pets, with all materials provided.
A guided art session for children aged four and over to create cyanotype prints inspired by nature in the Tudor House Garden.
A natural history craft activity where participants make creepy-crawly creatures using matchbox museum storage to take home.
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