At the Burton, one of our main goals is to become more Family Friendly. We started Kids Krate in 2010 (now called Crafty Kids for Under 5's), which has been a great success with over 1000 children, parents and guardians attending, many on a regular basis as well as one off attendances by holidaymakers.
We're introducing family friendly signage within the permanent collection displays on the first floor including an activity trail led by Pie-Rat, our museum mascot, for parents and children to follow together.
Every school holiday we offer The Burton Bag of Brilliance, a backpack of fun aimed at helping families explore the displays and exhibitions whilst having fun and learning together.
Throughout the year we offer a variety of events again aimed at families to enjoy or get to know the Burton together, many of these events coincide with national or local events, such as Bideford Heritage Day organised by Bideford 500 or the Big Draw, and Museums at Night.
As much as possible we try to offer our family activities for free, or welcome a donation, but many events and activities may require booking, so please check event details, and to book your place, contact the Burton.
Every Monday 10 - 12noon
£1 Donation
Under 5s and Families
The new name and day for Kids Krate! Whether it’s glue and glitter, clay or chalks there’s always something fun for the Under 5s to do. Donations of £1 per child per session are welcome.
30th January 2012 - This week we will be making native american indian head dresses and totem poles.
6th February 2012 - Teddy Bears picnic. Come and make some cakes and sandwiches (from craft materials) and display them on your very own cake stand. Remember to bring along your favourite teddy.
Every Monday, including school holidays and Bank holidays, unless otherwise advertised.
Film: Puss in Boots (U)
6.45pm onwards
Adult £5.50 Concession £5 Member (Film Society) £4 Family Ticket £12 (2 adults & 3 children)
Tickets sold on the night first come first served basis
Half term fun - Bideford Film Society presents ‘Puss in Boots’, screening in the main gallery. Test your skills at the Burtons quiz before the film starts for a chance to win a prize. And don’t forget to bring your pillows and cushions to make comfortable seats.
Back by popular demand - we had such fun screening Horrid Henry last October, we thought it would be great to join up with Bideford Film Society again this February half term. Can't wait!
Under 5s Storytime at the Burton
10 - 10.30am Free
For Under 5s parents and carers
Stories, musical instruments and songs inspired by the Burton’s museum collections. Run by Bideford Library staff and relocated to the Burton to celebrate World Book Day, join us for
this fun family activity. No need to book, just come along.
Last time we did this 18 under 5's and parents came along to enjoy storytime in a different location surrounded by history. It's wonderful to collaborate with Bideford Library and the staff enjoyed it as much as the children.
Wrap the Burton in Bunting - Free
To celebrate the Olympic Flame coming to Bideford, we’re wrapping the Burton in Bunting and attempting to break the world record for the longest line of bunting ever! Join us to celebrate the torches arrival into Bideford and see if we can be record breakers!
With over 300 participants, we enjoyed the Lantern Parade last year so much that we thought we'd set up another community participation project. We're so excited about the Olympics and that Bideford (and so the Burton) will be a small part of the Olympic celebration by hosting the torch on its way to London. We'll keep updating you on how the bunting project is going via the website and the Burton's facebook page, but if you want to get involved - give us a call or email us.
Make Your Own Bideford Map - Part of Bideford’s Heritage Day
10.30am - 12.30pm or 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Free: All Welcome
Booking Essential - contact the Burton
Be a map maker extraordinaire, and produce your very own map of Bideford. Use your map making skills to reinventing the streets of Bideford, marking the buildings of importance to you whilst designing your own Bideford Trail. Maps made will be displayed at Bideford Library throughout July. Part of the Heritage Day extravaganza the workshop has been organised in conjunction with Bideford 500, Bideford Library and Devon Family Learning.
This will be the fourth year Bideford 500 have delivered a Heritage Day for Bideford. It will be on Saturday 30th June from 10am - 5pm, in and around Mill St and Cooper St, and this year it includes the Burton! Heritage Day recognises and celebrates the development of the port and town in the 1500’s and 1600’s, with a full programme of events starting at 10am. For more information see www.bidefordheritage co.uk
