Tour: Cambridge in Context
2026-01-03 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-10 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-24 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-28 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-07 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | The Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Want to hear about the history of Cambridge beyond just the history of the University?

Explore Cambridge’s evolution with the Museum of Cambridge.
Discover the stories that shaped one of the world’s most famous cities on our Cambridge in Context walking tour. Led by expert guides from the Museum of Cambridge, this journey through time brings the city’s rich social history to life, from the first Roman city to the present day.
our adventure begins at the Museum’s own home – a beautiful Grade II-listed 16th-century building – before you make your way up to Castle Mound, the site of a once-mighty Norman fortress built in the 11th century. Though the castle itself has long since disappeared, the remaining Motte still offers commanding panoramic views over Cambridge. From this historic vantage point, your guide will reveal how the city’s story first began.
From there, you will be led along Castle Street up to Magdalene Bridge, once the only entrance into the historic city, uncovering tales of change, innovation, and resilience that have shaped Cambridge through the centuries. Along the way, your guide will point out the landmarks and hidden corners that reveal just how much the city has transformed.
The tour concludes back at the Museum, where your ticket includes free admission. With your newfound understanding of Cambridge’s history, you’ll see the Museum’s collection in a whole new light – imagining the city as it was for generations before us.
Click here to book now: Museum of Cambridge – Cambridge in Context Tour

Little Feet, Big Impressions
2026-01-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-04 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-18 10:30 - 12:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Little Feet, Big Impressions at the Museum of Cambridge!
Join us for our programme of FREE storytelling and activities every two weeks for families with children aged 1-5.
Be welcomed into the Museum’s purpose-built event space, the Enid Porter Room, with complementary tea and coffee, before entering our 16th-century building to explore the objects on display with some storytelling. Then return to the Enid Porter Room for a sensory activity related to the story you heard.
Sessions run every other Wednesday from 10:30 – 12:00.
This is NOT a drop-in session, and will begin at the advertised start time.
Tickets are FREE, but places must be booked in advance. Please book here.

Talk: House of Spies
2026-01-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
In the summer of 1942, Farm Hall in Godmanchester was requisitioned by the RAF and became Station 61b, part of the Special Intelligence Service. Over the next three years, agents from almost every occupied country passed through the Hall on their way to an uncertain future. When, in the spring of 1945, agents were no longer being dropped ,the Hall was transformed into a ‘holding’ property for 10 German nuclear scientists, captured during the advance into Europe. Unbeknown to them, every room was ‘bugged’, even the garden. They stayed there until January 1946, never once suspecting that their every word was recorded.

About the speaker:

Roger Leivers moved to Godmanchester in 1989, and started doing World War I and World War II walks around the town, and then became a volunteer with the local museum. In 2012, he started work on his first book, Stirling to Essen, which covered the crew of a crashed short stirling bomber near his town. The book was published in 2017 and has now sold over 4,000 copies worldwide. Four years later, Godmanchester at War was published in hardback, with over 1,000 copies sold.
Along with other activities, this has enabled Roger to donate over £40,000 to a wide variety of causes in memory of the people who’s stories he tells. Book number 3 is in it’s planning stage!
You can find out more about the Godmanchester Stirling here.
Supporting the Museum of Cambridge
The Museum of Cambridge is an independent Charity and is not part of either the Cambridge Council or the University of Cambridge. We kindly suggest a donation of £8, which includes the talk and entry to the Museum of Cambridge (usually £7 for Standard, £6 for Concession). Proceeds from this talk will be split between the Museum of Cambridge, an independent charity, and MAGPAS Air Ambulance.

Book Now!

Accessibility
You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email sumyin.wong@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
Getting Here
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography and Videography
Please note that this talk will be recorded for future viewing online. Please also note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.
Healthy Events
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for Covid-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to offer you a refund if applicable, and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Talk: Writing historical fiction: Blending reality and imagination
2026-02-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Discover the world of writing historical fiction with Susan Grossey, local author of the Cambridge Hardiman Mysteries!
Writer Susan Grossey has published ten historical crime novels, all set in the 1820s and with justice, policing and finance at their heart. In this free-range talk (she encourages lots of audience questions!) join Susan as she discusses her novel inspirations, and talk about how she maintains historical accuracy through featuring real people and places while making up plots and other characters.

About the speaker:

After a brief flirtation with teaching English in secondary schools, Susan stumbled into technical writing and then found her true vocation: educating the financial sector about the dangers of money laundering. She ran her own anti-money laundering consultancy for twenty-five years, retiring three years ago to concentrate more fully on writing historical crime fiction – always with a financial angle. Susan has lived just around the corner from the Museum of Cambridge for over forty years, and every day she learns something new about Cambridge.
Find out more about Susan and her books here: susangrossey.com
Supporting the Museum of Cambridge
The Museum of Cambridge is an independent Charity and is not part of either the Cambridge Council or the University of Cambridge. We kindly suggest a donation of £8, which includes the talk and entry to the Museum of Cambridge (usually £7 for Standard, £6 for Concession). Your donation supports the daily running and conservation care of the Museum, an independent charity.

Book Now!

Accessibility
You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email sumyin.wong@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
Getting Here
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography and Videography
Please note that this talk will be recorded for future viewing online. Please also note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.
Healthy Events
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for Covid-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to offer you a refund if applicable, and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Exhibition: Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig
2026-02-14 - 2026-06-01 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
The Museum of Cambridge invites families to rediscover the much-loved childhood classic Angelina Ballerina, with ‘Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig’, a new exhibition running from 14 February to 1 June 2026.
For more than 40 years, Angelina Ballerina has captured the hearts of young readers around the world. With over 20 books in the series written by Katharine Holabird and illustrated by Helen Craig, the stories follow a young mouse named Angelina and her adventures as she pursues her dreams of becoming a ballerina. Today, visitors can step inside Angelina’s world and explore how the beloved characters were created from first sketches to finished books.
The exhibition celebrates the work of Cambridgeshire illustrator Helen Craig, whose own childhood growing up in Hertfordshire in the 1930s and 1940s inspired the intricately detailed scenes that bring the Angelina Ballerina stories to life.
On display will be formative character sketches, original drawings and behind the scenes material showing how each story takes shape. Families visiting the exhibition can immerse themselves into Angelina’s world through everyday items featured in the books and enjoy the chance to create their own performances on the big stage!
‘Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig’ opens during February half-term and runs from 14 February to 1 June at the Museum of Cambridge. Standard entry applies, children 16 and under visit free.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

February Half Term 2026 - Illuminating History
2026-02-14 - 2026-02-22 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
We’re lighting up the past this February Half Term at the Museum of Cambridge, with trails and crafts relating to the Magic Lantern.
Magic lanterns were an early type of image projector – the ancestor of film projectors used today – which were used for education and entertainment during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.
Throughout the week, take part in a trail through the Museum and use recreation magic lanterns to see a story from Cambridge’s incredible history.
But that’s not all, we are also running FREE drop-in craft sessions for you to create your own magic lantern slide picture. Come and see an original magic lantern from the Museum’s collection and try out your slide on our recreation lantern.
We’re also delighted to be involved in Twilight at the Museums again this year, with a late opening on Wednesday 18th February. We’ll dim the lights and let you explore our historic building in the twilight from 4-7pm. Remember to pop over to the Enid Porter Room for the drop-in craft at the same time too!

Trail
During Museum hours 14th-22nd February.
Standard admission applies, children 16 and under FREE!

FREE Drop-in Craft
Monday 16th February 11:00-15:00
Tuesday 17th February 11:00-15:00
Wednesday 18th February 16:00-19:00
Friday 20th February 11:00-15:00

Twilight at the Museums
Wednesday 18th February 16:00-19:00
Standard admission applies, children 16 and under FREE!
For more Twilight at the Museums: museums.cam.ac.uk/theme/twilight

Illuminating History - 16/02/2026
2026-02-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Light up the past at the Museum of Cambridge with special Magic Lantern displays! Make your own lantern slide in our drop-in craft session.

At this FREE drop-in craft session for children aged 5 and over, come along and craft your very own projection slides for a Victorian-style lantern based on one from the collection. Then, find more Magic Lanterns to light your way through the Museum’s 16th-century building and illuminate the fascinating history of Cambridge.

Have a look at an authentic Victorian lantern and learn about the history of cinema.

This activity is running multiple times throughout Half Term and there’s no need to book, just pop by the Enid Porter room and get crafting.

Dates and Times:
Monday 16th February 11:00-15:00
Tuesday 17th February 11:00-15:00
Wednesday 18th February 16:00-19:00
Friday 20th February 11:00-15:00

Tickets:
There is no need to book a ticket for this event. It is a drop-in activity in the Enid Porter Room.

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Illuminating History - 17/02/2026
2026-02-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Light up the past at the Museum of Cambridge with special Magic Lantern displays! Make your own lantern slide in our drop-in craft session.

At this FREE drop-in craft session for children aged 5 and over, come along and craft your very own projection slides for a Victorian-style lantern based on one from the collection. Then, find more Magic Lanterns to light your way through the Museum’s 16th-century building and illuminate the fascinating history of Cambridge.

Have a look at an authentic Victorian lantern and learn about the history of cinema.

This activity is running multiple times throughout Half Term and there’s no need to book, just pop by the Enid Porter room and get crafting.

Dates and Times:
Tuesday 17th February 11:00-15:00
Wednesday 18th February 16:00-19:00
Friday 20th February 11:00-15:00

Tickets:
There is no need to book a ticket for this event. It is a drop-in activity in the Enid Porter Room.

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Illuminating History - 18/02/2026
2026-02-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Light up the past at the Museum of Cambridge with special Magic Lantern displays! Make your own lantern slide in our drop-in craft session.

We are delighted to be taking part in Twilight at the Museums again this year, with a late opening on Wednesday 18th February. We’ll dim the lights and let you explore our historic building in the twilight from 4-7pm with our drop-in craft at the same time too!

At this FREE drop-in craft session for children aged 5 and over, come along and craft your very own projection slides for a Victorian-style lantern based on one from the collection. Then, find more Magic Lanterns to light your way through the Museum’s 16th-century building and illuminate the fascinating history of Cambridge.

Have a look at an authentic Victorian lantern and learn about the history of cinema.

This activity is running multiple times throughout Half Term and there’s no need to book, just pop by the Enid Porter room and get crafting.

Dates and Times:
Wednesday 18th February 16:00-19:00
Friday 20th February 11:00-15:00

Tickets:
There is no need to book a ticket for this event. It is a drop-in activity in the Enid Porter Room.

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Illuminating History - 20/02/2026
2026-02-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Light up the past at the Museum of Cambridge with special Magic Lantern displays! Make your own lantern slide in our drop-in craft session.

At this FREE drop-in craft session for children aged 5 and over, come along and craft your very own projection slides for a Victorian-style lantern based on one from the collection. Then, find more Magic Lanterns to light your way through the Museum’s 16th-century building and illuminate the fascinating history of Cambridge.

Have a look at an authentic Victorian lantern and learn about the history of cinema.

This activity is running multiple times throughout Half Term and there’s no need to book, just pop by the Enid Porter room and get crafting.

Dates and Times:
Friday 20th February 11:00-15:00

Tickets:
There is no need to book a ticket for this event. It is a drop-in activity in the Enid Porter Room.

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Talk: Mapping Cambridge's History
2026-03-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
The Historic Towns Trust’s ‘Historical Map of Cambridge’, published in December 2024, portrays the city’s history over nearly two millennia, from Roman times to the 20th century, giving equal prominence to Town and University and incorporating the latest findings by archaeologists to illuminate what lies under the present townscape. In this illustrated talk, Tony Kirby (one of its compilers) will explain how the map was produced, the research that underlay it, and how it fits into the long tradition of maps of Cambridge.

About the speaker:

Until his retirement, Tony Kirby was Co-ordinator of Strategic & Curriculum Planning at Anglia Ruskin University, having previously been Principal Lecturer in History. He was Co-President of the Cambridge Antiquarian Society 2022-24, and is a former Chair of the Cambridgeshire Records Society and Secretary of the Cambridgeshire Association for Local History.
He was joint editor with Professor Susan Oosthuizen of An Atlas of Cambridgeshire and Huntingdonshire History (2000) and the author of Anglia Ruskin University, 1858 – 2008: A Celebratory History (2008). He has also written many commentaries on late 19th/early 20th century 25” Ordnance Survey maps for Alan Godfrey Editions, and is currently working on that publisher’s new series of Cambridgeshire maps.
Supporting the Museum of Cambridge
The Museum of Cambridge is an independent Charity and is not part of either the Cambridge Council or the University of Cambridge. We kindly suggest a donation of £8, which includes the talk and entry to the Museum of Cambridge (usually £7 for Standard, £6 for Concession). Your donation supports the daily running and conservation care of the Museum, an independent charity.

Book Now!

Accessibility
You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email sumyin.wong@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
Getting Here
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography and Videography
Please note that this talk will be recorded for future viewing online. Please also note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.
Healthy Events
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for Covid-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to offer you a refund if applicable, and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Pub Quiz Night Fundraiser
2026-03-19 19:00 - 21:00 | The Castle Inn, 38 Castle St, Cambridge, CB3 0AJ
Our fundraising Pub Quiz Night is back!
DATE: 19th March 2026
LOCATION: The Castle Inn, 38 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AJ
TIME: 7pm-9pm
COST: £10 per person (includes free ticket to the Museum worth £7)
The Museum of Cambridge Pub Quiz Night is back, bigger than last time and at a new location. Join us at The Castle Inn on March 19th for a night of facts, fun and fundraising.
Grab your friends, family or colleagues and come and compete for the title of ’Brain of Cambridge’! The top teams will also win some great prizes kindly donated by local Cambridgeshire businesses, including a voucher for Mangia & Bevi, Bridges Cafe & Moressi Hairstylist.

Tickets are £10 donation per person and this includes a free ticket to the Museum (worth £7). There may (or may not be) a round on the Museum’s unique collection, so why not come and visit us before the quiz to do your “homework”!
There is a maximum number of 5 people per team. Our booking form will ask those booking two tickets or less if they are happy to be teamed up with other people. This is entirely optional, just let us know on the form.
Tickets are limited so book now to secure your place!
Support the Museum
The Museum is an independent charity that does not receive regular public funding from the City Council and are not part of the University of Cambridge. We rely on the incredible generosity of our community for support. With your help, we can continue bringing Cambridge’s story to life. Please consider donating to the Museum of Cambridge.
Thank you to our amazing venue sponsor Castle Inn, who has also named us Charity of the Year!
More information can be found in our FAQs below.

BOOK YOUR TICKETS VIA THE FORM BELOW

FAQs

Will there be any food available?
The Castle Inn offers a great selection of meals and small dishes as well as crisps and nuts from the bar. Feel free to order a bite to eat before, or during the quiz – the kitchen closes at 9pm. Please note food and drink is not included in the price of the ticket.
Can I book as an individual or a couple/pair of friends – or do I have to book as part of a team?
You can book up to five tickets at once, including individual tickets. This can be done via the booking form. If you are booking two tickets or less, please book using the individual ticket option and let us know via the form whether you are happy to be teamed with other people.
Is there a maximum number for a team?
Teams are limited to 5 people per team, maximum. There is no minimum number of people per team.
Can I just turn up on the night?
Bookings need to be made in advance but you can change the names of people you have booked for if necessary.
Are there prizes?
Prizes will be given to the top two teams. Prizes have been donated by local businesses (more details coming soon).
Where is The Castle Inn?
The Castle Inn is located at 38 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AJ. The Castle Inn is a short 3 minute walk up Castle Street from the Museum of Cambridge. The quiz will be held upstairs.
Is there parking at The Museum of Cambridge or The Castle Inn?
Whilst the pub has no parking facilities of its own, Castle Street Pay and Display is right next door to the pub. There are Cycle bays and a VOI E-bike station just opposite. The nearest bus station is opposite Shire Hall. Unfortunately, there is no parking at the Museum of Cambridge, however, we are very accessible by public transport and only a short walk from the centre of Cambridge. You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get to the Museum by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website’s ‘Getting Here’ page.

Other information
Accessibility:
The quiz will be held on the upper level of The Castle Inn. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event.

Easter Holidays 2026 - Critter Character Creator
2026-03-28 - 2026-04-12 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Inspired by our current temporary exhibition, Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig, join us for character creation and design workshops this Easter Holiday! Our Engagement and Learning Officer will take you through what makes a good character, looking at the wonderful examples from the Angelina Ballerina books, using illustrator Helen Craig’s own sketches and notes. Then, have a go at making your own critter character into a short story, or illustration!
These sessions are designed for children aged 7+, who must be accompanied by an adult throughout. Tickets are FREE, but must be booked in advance here: https://museumofcambridge2.beaconforms.com/form/ad523330
That’s not all! Inside the Museum we will have a craft station set up to make your own Mouseling. Included with Museum admission – children 16 and under go FREE – you can make a paper mouse, colour it in and even give it a stylish outfit, just like Angelina!

Critter Character Creator Workshops
Dates:
Monday 30th March
Friday 3rd April
Saturday 4th April
Monday 6th April
Friday 10th April
Times:
Morning sessions run 11:00-12:30
Afternoon sessions run 13:30-15:00
Both sessions will start at the advertised time and are not drop-in.
Tickets:
Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance here or via the link above: https://museumofcambridge2.beaconforms.com/form/ad523330

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Critter Character Creator Workshop
2026-03-30 13:30 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Inspired by our current temporary exhibition, Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig, join us for character creation and design workshops this Easter Holiday! Our Engagement and Learning Officer will take you through what makes a good character, looking at the wonderful examples from the Angelina Ballerina books, using illustrator Helen Craig’s own sketches and notes. Then, have a go at making your own critter character into a short story, or illustration!
These sessions are designed for children aged 7+, who must be accompanied by an adult throughout. Tickets are FREE, but must be booked in advance.

Critter Character Creator Workshops
Dates:
Monday 30th March
Friday 3rd April
Saturday 4th April
Monday 6th April
Friday 10th April
Times:
All sessions run 13:30-15:00 and are not drop-in.
Tickets:
Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance here: https://museumofcambridge2.beaconforms.com/form/ad523330

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Critter Character Creator Workshop
2026-04-03 13:30 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Inspired by our current temporary exhibition, Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig, join us for character creation and design workshops this Easter Holiday! Our Engagement and Learning Officer will take you through what makes a good character, looking at the wonderful examples from the Angelina Ballerina books, using illustrator Helen Craig’s own sketches and notes. Then, have a go at making your own critter character into a short story, or illustration!
These sessions are designed for children aged 7+, who must be accompanied by an adult throughout. Tickets are FREE, but must be booked in advance.

Critter Character Creator Workshops
Dates:
Friday 3rd April
Saturday 4th April
Monday 6th April
Friday 10th April
Times:
All sessions run 13:30-15:00 and are not drop-in.
Tickets:
Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance here: https://museumofcambridge2.beaconforms.com/form/ad523330

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Critter Character Creator Workshop
2026-04-04 13:30 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Inspired by our current temporary exhibition, Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig, join us for character creation and design workshops this Easter Holiday! Our Engagement and Learning Officer will take you through what makes a good character, looking at the wonderful examples from the Angelina Ballerina books, using illustrator Helen Craig’s own sketches and notes. Then, have a go at making your own critter character into a short story, or illustration!
These sessions are designed for children aged 7+, who must be accompanied by an adult throughout. Tickets are FREE, but must be booked in advance.

Critter Character Creator Workshops
Dates:
Saturday 4th April
Monday 6th April
Friday 10th April
Times:
All sessions run 13:30-15:00 and are not drop-in.
Tickets:
Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance here: https://museumofcambridge2.beaconforms.com/form/ad523330

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Critter Character Creator Workshop
2026-04-06 13:30 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Inspired by our current temporary exhibition, Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig, join us for character creation and design workshops this Easter Holiday! Our Engagement and Learning Officer will take you through what makes a good character, looking at the wonderful examples from the Angelina Ballerina books, using illustrator Helen Craig’s own sketches and notes. Then, have a go at making your own critter character into a short story, or illustration!
These sessions are designed for children aged 7+, who must be accompanied by an adult throughout. Tickets are FREE, but must be booked in advance.

Critter Character Creator Workshops
Dates:
Monday 6th April
Friday 10th April
Times:
All sessions run 13:30-15:00 and are not drop-in.
Tickets:
Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance here: https://museumofcambridge2.beaconforms.com/form/ad523330

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Critter Character Creator Workshop
2026-04-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Inspired by our current temporary exhibition, Making Angelina: The World of Helen Craig, join us for character creation and design workshops this Easter Holiday! Our Engagement and Learning Officer will take you through what makes a good character, looking at the wonderful examples from the Angelina Ballerina books, using illustrator Helen Craig’s own sketches and notes. Then, have a go at making your own critter character into a short story, or illustration!
These sessions are designed for children aged 7+, who must be accompanied by an adult throughout. Tickets are FREE, but must be booked in advance.

Critter Character Creator Workshops
Dates:
Friday 10th April
Times:
All sessions run 13:30-15:00 and are not drop-in.
Tickets:
Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance here: https://museumofcambridge2.beaconforms.com/form/ad523330

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ

Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.

Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Talk: In Discussion with Helen Craig
2026-05-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
The Museum of Cambridge is pleased to host a discussion with Helen Craig. Helen is the artist behind the magical world of Angelina Ballerina, which has captivated families the world over with delicate scenes and mesmerizing details.
Helen’s art and work are deeply inspired by her life, and in this conversation with her friend Adele, they will discuss her illustrations, the making of Angelina Balerina and Helen’s wider passions for art, photography and sculpture.

Adele Geras is a Cambridge-based author who has written many books for children of all ages, as well as 7 novels for adults. Adele and Helen have been friends since Helen arrived in Cambridgeshire in 2010.
Please join us for an unforgettable lunch-time conversation with illustrator Helen Craig.
Supporting the Museum of Cambridge
The Museum of Cambridge is an independent Charity and is not part of either the Cambridge Council or the University of Cambridge. We kindly suggest a donation of £8, which includes the talk and entry to the Museum of Cambridge (usually £7 for Standard, £6 for Concession). Your donation supports the daily running and conservation care of the Museum, an independent charity.

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Accessibility
You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email sumyin.wong@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
Getting Here
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography and Videography
Please note that this talk will be recorded for future viewing online. Please also note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.
Healthy Events
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for Covid-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to offer you a refund if applicable, and welcome you at the Museum on another day.
