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SUMMARY:Story Explorers: Legends
DESCRIPTION:School’s out for half term! Step into a world of legends with Story Explorers\, our creative day-long skills workshops for ages 8–12. \n\nIn expertly devised days designed with fun in mind\, your child(ren) will be in safe hands in an inspiring and friendly environment\, led by our experienced Learning team. We’ll meet legendary heroes\, discover mighty beasts and venture deep into magical lands in a series of interactive workshops and activities. Adventure awaits—are you ready to explore? \nArrive in the morning with a drink and a packed lunch\, wearing clothes you don’t mind getting messy – we’ll take care of the rest! \n‘I want to come here every day!’ – Story Explorer participant \nWhat to expect? \nThe Story Explorers focus on play\, drama\, craft and of course – stories! The workshops are led by our Learning Team\, as well as visiting artists. It’s a chance to learn new skills\, meet new friends and best of all – have fun! \nHow the day works: \nDrop off at 10:00\nYour child will be welcomed and checked in by one of our Learning team\, before moving up to the Magic Common Room\, our learning studio\, inspired by Hogwarts. We’ll begin the morning with fun warm-up games\, before moving on to hands-on activities and storytelling. \nLunch break: a supervised lunch* in The Triangle. Relax and chat with new friends!\n*(Please provide your child with a packed lunch and drink; no nuts please!) \nAfternoon Session\nMore fun-filled activities\, led by our Learning Team\, or visiting artist. \nPick-up at 16:00\nCollect your child from The Story Museum courtyard. Children will be signed out by one of our team. \nBooking & Info \n\nWorkshops run 10:00 – 16:00\nFor children aged 8–12 (unaccompanied)\nBook one day or multiple – the choice is yours!\nClick the Buy Tickets button to reserve your child’s place — spaces fill quickly!\n\nProgramme: \nTuesday 17 February: Mighty Heroes with author & illustrator\, Bethan Woollvin\nToday we’ll explore the great story heroes from myths and legends to Marvel and DC. In the morning you’ll discover your inner hero with the story of the great Hercules. Along the way we’ll play fun games and activities including finding your super hero name\, deciding on your superpower or special skill and setting our own challenges or ‘labours’. In the afternoon you will meet award award-winning author & illustrator\, Bethan Woollvin and step into the world of Robin Hood with an interactive storytelling session and creative writing workshop inspired by the book. Beth will share exclusive insights into her creative process. \nWednesday 18 February: Legends with with Tom Hardwidge\, Creative Director of Tall Story Games\nToday we’ll dive deep into the world of legends\, travelling through magic forests\, and meeting strange beasts and mighty characters along the way\, including the fearsome basilisk\, magical unicorns and an immortal phoenix. We’ll have fun building new stories featuring legendary creatures and maybe your own creations. In the afternoon you’ll dream up and design your own legendary video game character with Tom Hardwidge\, Creative Director of Tall Story Games. Together you’ll explore theme\, genre\, abilities\, and personality—then bring your creation to life on an A4 page. Along the way\, Tom will lift the lid on how games are made\, sharing behind-the-scenes secrets from Tall Story Games’ award-winning adventures Lucy Dreaming and Heir of the Dog.\n\nThursday 19 February: Magical Maps with with director\, Tristan Jackson Pate\nToday we will open some of the extraordinary fantasy maps created by authors such as Tolkien\, CS Lewis\, L.Frank Baum. We’ll turn the Magic Common Room into a map room and create a fantasy world from our imaginations. Have you ever wanted to be the tour guide to a fantasy world? Well\, now’s your chance! In the afternoon you’ll work with director\, Tristan Jackson Pate and create an audio guide to your magical landscape! Think of it like Narnia\, Wonderland\, or Treasure Island – but this time\, it’s your imagination leading the way. Tristan is an award-winning theatre director & writer and professional audio guide creator for UK sightseeing tours including City Sight Seeing Oxford. \nWe believe in making the arts accessible to all.\nBursaries are available to cover fees and travel costs for low-income families. To apply\, please email us.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/story-explorers-legends-2/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:The Story Museum\, 42 Pembroke Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1BP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Story Explorers: Legends
DESCRIPTION:School’s out for half term! Step into a world of legends with Story Explorers\, our creative day-long skills workshops for ages 8–12. \n\nIn expertly devised days designed with fun in mind\, your child(ren) will be in safe hands in an inspiring and friendly environment\, led by our experienced Learning team. We’ll meet legendary heroes\, discover mighty beasts and venture deep into magical lands in a series of interactive workshops and activities. Adventure awaits—are you ready to explore? \nArrive in the morning with a drink and a packed lunch\, wearing clothes you don’t mind getting messy – we’ll take care of the rest! \n‘I want to come here every day!’ – Story Explorer participant \nWhat to expect? \nThe Story Explorers focus on play\, drama\, craft and of course – stories! The workshops are led by our Learning Team\, as well as visiting artists. It’s a chance to learn new skills\, meet new friends and best of all – have fun! \nHow the day works: \nDrop off at 10:00\nYour child will be welcomed and checked in by one of our Learning team\, before moving up to the Magic Common Room\, our learning studio\, inspired by Hogwarts. We’ll begin the morning with fun warm-up games\, before moving on to hands-on activities and storytelling. \nLunch break: a supervised lunch* in The Triangle. Relax and chat with new friends!\n*(Please provide your child with a packed lunch and drink; no nuts please!) \nAfternoon Session\nMore fun-filled activities\, led by our Learning Team\, or visiting artist. \nPick-up at 16:00\nCollect your child from The Story Museum courtyard. Children will be signed out by one of our team. \nBooking & Info \n\nWorkshops run 10:00 – 16:00\nFor children aged 8–12 (unaccompanied)\nBook one day or multiple – the choice is yours!\nClick the Buy Tickets button to reserve your child’s place — spaces fill quickly!\n\nProgramme: \nTuesday 17 February: Mighty Heroes with author & illustrator\, Bethan Woollvin\nToday we’ll explore the great story heroes from myths and legends to Marvel and DC. In the morning you’ll discover your inner hero with the story of the great Hercules. Along the way we’ll play fun games and activities including finding your super hero name\, deciding on your superpower or special skill and setting our own challenges or ‘labours’. In the afternoon you will meet award award-winning author & illustrator\, Bethan Woollvin and step into the world of Robin Hood with an interactive storytelling session and creative writing workshop inspired by the book. Beth will share exclusive insights into her creative process. \nWednesday 18 February: Legends with with Tom Hardwidge\, Creative Director of Tall Story Games\nToday we’ll dive deep into the world of legends\, travelling through magic forests\, and meeting strange beasts and mighty characters along the way\, including the fearsome basilisk\, magical unicorns and an immortal phoenix. We’ll have fun building new stories featuring legendary creatures and maybe your own creations. In the afternoon you’ll dream up and design your own legendary video game character with Tom Hardwidge\, Creative Director of Tall Story Games. Together you’ll explore theme\, genre\, abilities\, and personality—then bring your creation to life on an A4 page. Along the way\, Tom will lift the lid on how games are made\, sharing behind-the-scenes secrets from Tall Story Games’ award-winning adventures Lucy Dreaming and Heir of the Dog.\n\nThursday 19 February: Magical Maps with with director\, Tristan Jackson Pate\nToday we will open some of the extraordinary fantasy maps created by authors such as Tolkien\, CS Lewis\, L.Frank Baum. We’ll turn the Magic Common Room into a map room and create a fantasy world from our imaginations. Have you ever wanted to be the tour guide to a fantasy world? Well\, now’s your chance! In the afternoon you’ll work with director\, Tristan Jackson Pate and create an audio guide to your magical landscape! Think of it like Narnia\, Wonderland\, or Treasure Island – but this time\, it’s your imagination leading the way. Tristan is an award-winning theatre director & writer and professional audio guide creator for UK sightseeing tours including City Sight Seeing Oxford. \nWe believe in making the arts accessible to all.\nBursaries are available to cover fees and travel costs for low-income families. To apply\, please email us.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/story-explorers-legends-2/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:The Story Museum\, 42 Pembroke Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1BP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Exploring Noughts & Crosses: 25th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join Story Museum patron and award-winning author Malorie Blackman\, actor and writer Paterson Joseph and Dr Darren Chetty as we mark 25 years of the seminal novel Noughts & Crosses. \n\nThis special event will explore the book’s lasting impact — a story many first encounter at school\, yet one that continues to grow with its readers. From the page to stage\, screen and graphic novels\, Noughts & Crosses has reached new audiences while continuing to spark big questions and meaningful discussion today. \nThe event also marks the opening of a brand-new story space within the Enchanted Library galleries\, inspired by the novel and created in collaboration with young people and artists from the Black Excellence Project and Kuumba Nia Arts. Please note tickets to see the Galleries must be purchased separately. \nIn partnership with Penguin Random House\, Oxford Brookes University\, The Black Excellence Project and Kuumba Nia Arts. \nAge 10+
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/exploring-noughts-crosses-25th-anniversary-2/
LOCATION:The Story Museum\, 42 Pembroke Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1BP\, United Kingdom
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