Half term fun at museum

A SERIES of family events will be held at the River & Rowing Museum in Henley for half term next week.

On Tuesday (May 28), from 10.30am to 11.30am, there will be a teddy bears’ picnic with Mr Toad and Paddington (most suitable for ages six and under, cost £7.50).

Mr Toad will be meeting Paddington at Henley station when he arrives on the 9.57am train and will walk from there to the museum in Mill Meadows (everyone welcome on the walk). Bring your teddy bear and a picnic to the museum to join a craft workshop and create a picnic-ready outfit for your teddy.

On Wednesday (May 29), from 10.30am to 11.30am, there will be a nature trail and “plant Olympics” on Marsh Meadows (most suitable for ages five and over, babes in arms welcome, cost £7.50).

Explore the different flora and see which is the smelliest, which has the shortest petals and which has the hairiest stems. Please wear appropriate waterproof footwear and clothing and bring suncream and a hat.

On Thursday (May 30), from 10am to 12.30pm, Minibeasts and Massive Beasts is a morning of activities inspired by insects and bugs with crafts, stories and activities (suitable for all ages, free with admission ticket, no need to book).

On Friday (May 31), from 10.30am to 11.30am, there is willow weaving and planting with guide Camilla (most suitable for ages four and over, cost £7.50). All children must be accompanied by an adult (free of charge). Activity charge is in addition to museum admission. For more details and to book, visit rrm.co.uk/event/family-fun-may-half-term