Castles And Cannons!
Wed 12 Aug · 01:00
Newarke Houses Museum
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Castles and Cannons! is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester. This family-friendly event promises an engaging day with a variety of activities designed to entertain and educate visitors about the historical significance of this part of the city. Highlights include crafting your very own miniature cannon to take home, participating in garden games, and following exciting trails through the grounds. Families can also admire large cannons on display. Entry is available either by pre-booking online or purchasing a £5 ticket at the museum door.
The event takes place at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester, with various activities designed to entertain and educate visitors about the historical significance of the area. These include crafting your own miniature cannon to take home, participating in garden games, and following exciting trails through the grounds. Families can also admire large cannons on display.
The event is family-friendly, with accompanying adults admitted free of charge. Pre-booking is recommended to reserve a craft pack for your child, which can be collected on arrival. You can pre-book online and arrive at any time between 12noon and 2pm.
The event is scheduled for August 12, 2026, and tickets are available either by pre-booking online or by purchasing a £5 ticket at the museum door.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Castles And Cannons! takes place on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 01:00.
Castles And Cannons! is held at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester (The Newarke, Leicester, LE2 7BY).
Tickets for Castles And Cannons! are priced at £4. Live prices and availability are shown on visitleicester.info.
Tickets for Castles And Cannons! can be booked via visitleicester.info using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Editorial Summary
Castles and Cannons! is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester. This family-friendly event promises an engaging day with a variety of activities designed to entertain and educate visitors about the historical significance of this part of the city. Highlights include crafting your very own miniature cannon to take home, participating in garden games, and following exciting trails through the grounds. Families can also admire large cannons on display. Entry is available either by pre-booking online or purchasing a £5 ticket at the museum door.
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The event takes place at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester, with various activities designed to entertain and educate visitors about the historical significance of the area. These include crafting your own miniature cannon to take home, participating in garden games, and following exciting trails through the grounds. Families can also admire large cannons on display.
The event is family-friendly, with accompanying adults admitted free of charge. Pre-booking is recommended to reserve a craft pack for your child, which can be collected on arrival. You can pre-book online and arrive at any time between 12noon and 2pm.
The event is scheduled for August 12, 2026, and tickets are available either by pre-booking online or by purchasing a £5 ticket at the museum door.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Castles And Cannons!?
Castles And Cannons! takes place on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 01:00.
Where is Castles And Cannons! taking place?
Castles And Cannons! is held at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester (The Newarke, Leicester, LE2 7BY).
How much are tickets for Castles And Cannons!?
Tickets for Castles And Cannons! are priced at £4. Live prices and availability are shown on visitleicester.info.
How do I get tickets for Castles And Cannons!?
Tickets for Castles And Cannons! can be booked via visitleicester.info using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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