Home Education: Spring bulbs (5+) - Wakefield Museums and Castles
Spring bulbs growing in the grass at Pontefract Castle.

Home Education: Spring bulbs (5+)

Tue 23 March 2027, 1:30pm - 3pm

Pontefract Castle

Workshop times:

  • Tuesday 23 March, 10:30am to 12m

  • Tuesday 23 March, 1:30pm to 3pm

This workshop is for home educated children aged 5+ and their families.

What is a bulb? How does it grow? What plants come from bulbs? What is their history? Find out the answers to these questions and more!

In this workshop, we will:

  • Learn scientific facts about plant bulbs

  • Discover how different types of bulbs were used and valued in the past

  • Decorate a pot and plant springtime bulbs to take home

If you would like more information about this workshop, please email museumslearning@wakefield.gov.uk

This session is delivered in partnership with the Community and Family Learning Team at Wakefield Council’s Adult Education Service. 

Part of our Home Education workshops programme at Wakefield Museum and Pontefract Castle.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Call 01924 302700 and leave a message. We will respond as soon as possible. (Please note this number is only monitored during office hours, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm)

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, we will have your details at the door.

Refund policy

No refunds will be offered on this event.

23 March 2027

1:30pm - 3pm

Pontefract Castle

£6.80 per child, accompanying adults free

Home Educating families, children aged 5+

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Contact information

Pontefract Castle, Castle Chain, Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF8 1QH Car Park: WF8 2JF

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