Free craft activities, science games and family-friendly tours: there's something different happening every day at the National Maritime Museum this h

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This October half term, the Royal Museums Greenwich have a packed schedule of FREE, drop-in activities from creative crafts workshops to fascinating science games for the whole family... there's something different happening every day.

Climb aboard the legendary Cutty Sark to try your hand at crafts, meet a cast of historic characters, listen to rousing sea shanties, and more! or take a journey down the river to the National Maritime Museum and take part in a range of exciting STEM-themed workshops. The Queen's House events will be centred around the theme of myths and legends.

* All workshops and performances are FREE with no need to book in advance!

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October half term at Royal Museums Greenwich

Type:Children's Activity Event

Royal Museums Greenwich, Romney Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF
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Opening Times

October Half Term at the Queen's House (19 Oct 2025 - 30 Oct 2025)
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Monday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00
October Half Term at Cutty Sark (25 Oct 2025 - 2 Nov 2025)
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October Half Term at the National Maritime Museum (26 Oct 2025 - 2 Nov 2025)
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Monday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00

* Free Admission

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  • Other AwardsVisit Greenwich Partner Visit Greenwich Partner 2021

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