Informal Family Fun

Several times a year we organise family fun days and activities – normally in the summer holidays and February Half Term - as well as popping up at the Bramley Festival of food and drink with crafts and trails. Events are often drop in, no booking needed, although sometimes numbers are restricted, and booking will be necessary. It will tell you on our publicity. Events are advertised via our social media platforms, on the website and through posters and flyers in the Minster/ Palace/ Cathedral shop.

If you’re just making a casual visit to the Minster with children in your care, you’ll always find a trail available from our friendly stewards at the welcome desk. Click here to find out more.

February Half-Term 2025 - Family Fun Day

Monday 17th February - 10:30-3pm - in the Minster

As part of the Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity join us at half term for some family fun with a science theme. Experiments, games, crafts and activities. 

All welcome, no need to book. Free entry - donations invited. Refreshments available.

Christmas at Southwell Minster

Free Educational Resources And Activities

We hope you enjoy our fun online Christmas activities which can help you explore Christmas and learn more about this important time of year.

Click on the link below to download our activity sheet with a word-search, colouring sheet and papercraft angel to decorate and cut out.

Watch our films to hear the story of a young shepherd’s journey to Bethlehem to visit Jesus and also to take a tour of the windows in Southwell Minster which tell the Christmas story.

Forthcoming Family Friendly Events