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WHAT'S ON EVENTS

  • Snow Queen by Clive Chandler and His Puppets Sat 14 Nov 11am
    Snow Queen by Clive Chandler and His Puppets Sat 14 Nov 11am
    Nov 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Encounter the Icy Snow Queen in a timeless story presented with glove puppets by the seasoned puppeteer Clive Chandler. This adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale explores the battle between good and evil through the experiences of two close friends, Gerda and Kai.
  • Snow Queen by Clive Chandler and His Puppets Sat 14 Nov 2pm
    Snow Queen by Clive Chandler and His Puppets Sat 14 Nov 2pm
    Nov 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Encounter the Icy Snow Queen in a timeless story presented with glove puppets by the seasoned puppeteer Clive Chandler. This adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale explores the battle between good and evil through the experiences of two close friends, Gerda and Kai.
  • Jack and the Beanstalk by Clive Chandler Sun 15 Nov 11am
    Jack and the Beanstalk by Clive Chandler Sun 15 Nov 11am
    Nov 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    How does Jack tackle a GIANT problem and show that occasionally having your head in the clouds is beneficial... truly! An entertaining puppet show that captivates both children and adults alike.
  • Jack and the Beanstalk by Clive Chandler Sun 15 Nov 2pm
    Jack and the Beanstalk by Clive Chandler Sun 15 Nov 2pm
    Nov 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    How does Jack tackle a GIANT problem and show that occasionally having your head in the clouds is beneficial... truly! An entertaining puppet show that captivates both children and adults alike.
  • Let the Shadows Do the Talking! Sat 28 Nov 10am
    Let the Shadows Do the Talking! Sat 28 Nov 10am
    Nov 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    In this interactive workshop Drew Colby teaches participants how to make four specific hand shadow animals. They will also explore the science of shadows – why do shadows get bigger when they go further from the light? How small can a shadow be? For 6+ - Adult
  • The Ugly Duckling by Shadowography - Drew Colby  Sat 28 Nov 2pm
    The Ugly Duckling by Shadowography - Drew Colby  Sat 28 Nov 2pm
    Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    As the four seasons of the year unfold a tiny duckling goes on a journey, only to discover that the journey’s end is…themself! Handshadow master Drew Colby explores the classic tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Look closely the duck is made of hands! music of Antonio Vivaldi and Max Richter.
  • You Can Make Hand Shadows Too! Sat 28 Nov  3.10pm
    You Can Make Hand Shadows Too! Sat 28 Nov  3.10pm
    Nov 28, 2026, 3:10 PM – 4:00 PM
    Everyone has a shadow. What can you make with your shadow? Can you make a duck…a butterfly or YOU? Join the post – show workshop (after a short break) with Drew, enjoy meeting the performer and learn how to make hand shadows and have lots of fun telling your own shadowy story! For all ages.
  • Cinema in Silhouette  by Shadowography - Drew Colby  Sat 28 Nov 7pm
    Cinema in Silhouette  by Shadowography - Drew Colby  Sat 28 Nov 7pm
    Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    An amazing evening ahead. Expect famous extra-terrestrial creatures from the silver screen and many more endearing and astonishing characters all made with just a light, two hands and a screen, before a show stopping shadow duet rounds off this virtuoso performance. Suitable for an adult audience.
  • The Ugly Duckling by Shadowography - Drew Colby  Sun 29 Nov 2pm
    The Ugly Duckling by Shadowography - Drew Colby  Sun 29 Nov 2pm
    Nov 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    As the four seasons of the year unfold a tiny duckling goes on a journey, only to discover that the journey’s end is…themself! Handshadow master Drew Colby explores the classic tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Look closely the duck is made of hands! music of Antonio Vivaldi and Max Richter.
  • You Can Make Hand Shadows Too! Sun 29 Nov  3.10pm
    You Can Make Hand Shadows Too! Sun 29 Nov  3.10pm
    Nov 29, 2026, 3:10 PM – 4:00 PM
    Everyone has a shadow. What can you make with your shadow? Can you make a duck…a butterfly or YOU? Join the post – show workshop (after a short break) with Drew, enjoy meeting the performer and learn how to make hand shadows and have lots of fun telling your own shadowy story! For all ages.
  • Elves and the Shoemaker by Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre Sun 6 Dec 11AM
    Elves and the Shoemaker by Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre Sun 6 Dec 11AM
    Dec 06, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    A fun adaptation of this Grimm’s tale is retold with the help of beautiful Elf puppets, objects and of course, lots of lovely Shoes! A poor shoemaker has just one pair of shoes left and not enough money to pay his rent, but with the help of two mischievous Elves, he makes some unusual shoes.
  • Elves and the Shoemaker by Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre Sun 6 Dec 2PM
    Elves and the Shoemaker by Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre Sun 6 Dec 2PM
    Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    A fun adaptation of this Grimm’s tale is retold with the help of beautiful Elf puppets, objects and of course, lots of lovely Shoes! A poor shoemaker has just one pair of shoes left and not enough money to pay his rent, but with the help of two mischievous Elves, he makes some unusual shoes.
  • The Great Christmas Puppet Making Workshop Sat 12 Dec 10.00am
    The Great Christmas Puppet Making Workshop Sat 12 Dec 10.00am
    Dec 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Lots of festive family fun for Christmas in this crafty workshop! What would you wish to make...a Reindeer, a Santa, a Fairy maybe? With just a little imagination and lots of Christmas cheer, have lots of fun creating your very own puppet for Christmas! All materials provided.
  • The Great Christmas Puppet Making Workshop Sat 12 Dec 2pm
    The Great Christmas Puppet Making Workshop Sat 12 Dec 2pm
    Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Lots of festive family fun for Christmas in this crafty workshop! What would you wish to make...a Reindeer, a Santa, a Fairy maybe? With just a little imagination and lots of Christmas cheer, have lots of fun creating your very own puppet for Christmas! All materials provided.
  • Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sat 19 Dec 11am
    Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sat 19 Dec 11am
    Dec 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:10 PM
    Gepetta McGintty and the Blue Fae bring Pinocchio to life with much hilarity in our spellbinding magic panto (pardon the pun!) and nose growing audience participation . Family Tickets Available.
  • Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sat 19 Dec 3pm
    Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sat 19 Dec 3pm
    Dec 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:10 PM
    Gepetta McGintty and the Blue Fae bring Pinocchio to life with much hilarity in our spellbinding magic panto (pardon the pun!) and nose growing audience participation . Family Tickets Available.
  • Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sat 19 Dec 7pm
    Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sat 19 Dec 7pm
    Dec 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:10 PM
    Gepetta McGintty and the Blue Fae bring Pinocchio to life with much hilarity in our spellbinding magic panto (pardon the pun!) and nose growing audience participation . Family Tickets Available.
  • Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sun 20 Dec 11am
    Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sun 20 Dec 11am
    Dec 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:10 PM
    Gepetta McGintty and the Blue Fae bring Pinocchio to life with much hilarity in our spellbinding magic panto (pardon the pun!) and nose growing audience participation . Family Tickets Available.
  • Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sun 20 Dec 3pm
    Pinocchio By Theatre Presto Sun 20 Dec 3pm
    Dec 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:10 PM
    Gepetta McGintty and the Blue Fae bring Pinocchio to life with much hilarity in our spellbinding magic panto (pardon the pun!) and nose growing audience participation . Family Tickets Available.
  • Ring Carving Workshop with Claire from MUKA Jewellery Sat 23 Jan 10am - 1pm
    Ring Carving Workshop with Claire from MUKA Jewellery Sat 23 Jan 10am - 1pm
    Jan 23, 2027, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Come and spend a relaxed, creative morning learning how to carve your very own one-of-a-kind ring from wax. You’ll be gently guided through the carving process, turning your ideas into a unique design that’s completely yours, to be professionally cast in sterling silver.

Out with of our 'What's On' programming, please phone / email for appointments or with your enquiry. 

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