Three FREE days of creativity, culture and play for all ages at Brockwell Hall.
Step into a fun packed week for kids packed with storytelling, theatre, circus skills, comics, skateboarding, music, dance and family raves, with every day bringing a brand-new adventure across Brockwell Hall and Courtyard.
Expect hands-on workshops, playful performances, interactive activities and plenty of chances to move, laugh and explore together.
Browse the programme by day, venue or time to plan your visit and discover what’s happening. Please note that all activities are first come, first served.
TUESDAY
Storytelling is the theme of the day at Brockwell Hall, with a full programme of live readings, imaginative adventures, interactive theatre, dance and playful performances for families and children of all ages.
Explore a cosy indoor programme of author events, draw-alongs and immersive story sessions alongside outdoor ceilidh dancing, street performances, games and courtyard takeovers. From Storytorium adventures to Silly Olympics and street dance maypoles, the day is packed with stories to hear, stories to join and stories to create together.
Please register your interest at the link below. Please note all activities are first come, first served.
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Onyinye Iwu — Author Reading + Draw-Along
11.00 — 11.45
Suitable for: All ages
Join Onyinye Iwu for a live reading and creative draw-along session.
BookLove Author Event with Mariesa Dulack
12.00 — 12.45
Suitable for: All ages
A special family-friendly author session presented by BookLove.
The Storytorium
13.00 — 13.45
Suitable for: All ages
Interactive storytelling adventures packed with imagination + audience participation. By: Tootles + Nibs
Waggle Dance Workshop
14.00 — 15.00
Suitable for: All ages
A playful movement workshop encouraging creativity, rhythm + participation.
Patchlarks Storytelling
15.15 — 16.15
Suitable for: All ages
An engaging live storytelling performance for curious minds + big imaginations.
The Storytorium
16.30 — 17.30
Suitable for: All ages
One final chance to step into the world of The Storytorium.
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Stables 1: Arts + Crafts
11.00 — 13.00
13.30 — 15.30
16.00 — 18.00
Suitable for ages 4+
Get creative with hands-on arts + crafts activities running throughout the day with Brockwell Hall. Expect colouring, making, sticking, drawing + plenty of opportunities for little imaginations to run wild. Activities refresh every 15 minutes, so families can drop in, join the fun and explore at their own pace.
Stables 2: BookLove Reading Room
11.00 — 18.00
Take a moment to slow down in the cosy BookLove Reading Room — a relaxed family space filled with stories, picture books + comfy corners to read together throughout the day. Perfect for curious readers, quiet moments and escaping into a new adventure between activities.
WEDNESDAY
A day full of spectacle, silliness and surprise as Brockwell Hall transforms into a circus for the day. Explore a packed programme of clowning, juggling, interactive performances, roaming entertainment and hands-on workshops for families and children of all ages.
From playful circus takeovers and larger-than-life characters to high-energy moments with Ruckus Rave, expect plenty of chances to laugh, learn new skills and join the fun throughout the Hall and Courtyard.
Please register your interest at the link below. Please note all activities are first come, first served.
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The Storytorium
Time: 11.00 — 12.00
Suitable for: All agesStep inside a world of imagination with this interactive storytelling adventure packed with playful characters, audience participation and magical moments for the whole family.
Riff Raff Aurora Circus
Time: 12.15 — 13.00
Suitable for: All ages
Expect circus chaos, comedy and high energy performance in this lively show full of surprises, spectacle + larger than life fun.
Laurie Lux’s Clowning Workshop
Time: 13.15 — 14.15
Suitable for: Ages 7 to 13
Learn the art of clowning through movement, games and playful performance in this hands on workshop designed for young performers ready to embrace their silly side.
Arthur Hyam Circus
Time: 14.30 — 15.00
Suitable for: All ages
A joyful burst of circus performance featuring tricks, laughs and playful entertainment for audiences of all ages.
The Ruckus Rave
Time: 16.30 — 18:00
Suitable for: All agesDance, move and make some noise at this high energy family rave packed with music, colour, playful chaos + big party energy to close the day.
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Silly Olympics
Time: 11.00 — 11.30
Suitable for: All ages
Get stuck into a playful outdoor challenge packed with games, movement + plenty of silliness. Expect big energy, teamwork and lots of chances to jump in and join the fun together.
Arthur Hyam’s Circus Skills
Time: 12.00 — 14.00
Suitable for: All ages
Step into the circus and learn new tricks with hands on circus skills workshops running throughout the afternoon. Have a go at juggling, balancing and performance skills with plenty of opportunities to practise and play.
Juggling Masterclass with Matt Green
Time: 14.30 — 15.00
Suitable for: All ages
Learn the basics of juggling in this lively outdoor masterclass packed with tricks, laughs and circus energy. Perfect for beginners and curious future performers alike.
Arthur Hyam’s Circus Skills
Time: 15.00 — 17.00
Suitable for: All agesThe circus fun continues with more chances to practise circus tricks, test your skills and join the action in this interactive drop in workshop.
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Stables 1: Arts + Crafts
11.00 — 13.00
13.30 — 15.30
16.00 — 18.00
Suitable for ages 4+
Get creative with hands-on arts + crafts activities running throughout the day with Brockwell Hall. Expect colouring, making, sticking, drawing + plenty of opportunities for little imaginations to run wild. Activities refresh every 15 minutes, so families can drop in, join the fun and explore at their own pace.
Stables 2: BookLove Reading Room
11.00 — 18.00
Take a moment to slow down in the cosy BookLove Reading Room — a relaxed family space filled with stories, picture books + comfy corners to read together throughout the day. Perfect for curious readers, quiet moments and escaping into a new adventure between activities.
THURSDAY
Comics are taking over Brockwell Hall for a full day of drawing, storytelling, superheroes, skateboarding and larger than life characters. Expect comic making workshops, live illustration, cosplay, street football and creative activities popping up across the Hall and Courtyard, with plenty of chances to invent your own worlds, design new characters and jump into the action.
Whether you arrive dressed as a superhero, a villain or your own comic creation, get ready for a day packed with colour, creativity and playful chaos for the whole family.
Please register your interest at the link below. Please note all activities are first come, first served.
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Indie Comics Colouring
Time: All day
Suitable for: All agesDrop into a colourful comic-inspired space celebrating artwork from independent comic artists. Take a moment to colour in illustrated pages and discover unique characters and artwork from across the indie comics scene. Perfect for families and curious artists of all ages looking to get creative together.
The Multidimensional Mega Mural
Time: 11.00 — 11.45
Suitable for: All agesHelp create a giant collaborative comic world in this playful live mural session where everyone can add characters, ideas and colourful creations to the story.
Superhero Life Drawing
Time: 12.00 — 12.45
Suitable for: All agesGrab a pencil and sketch larger than life heroes, villains and comic inspired characters in this fun family drawing session packed with imagination and action poses.
12.45 COSPLAY COMPETITION!!!
Come dressed up + participate!!!Pop Scene Zine Mob
Time: 13.00 — 14.00
Suitable for: All agesCut, stick, draw and create your own zines in this energetic hands on workshop celebrating comics, storytelling and DIY creativity.
Cartooning Workshop with RAMZEE
Time: 14.15 — 15.15
Suitable for: Ages 5+Join celebrated cartoonist RAMZEE for a lively workshop full of character design, comic tricks and playful drawing techniques to bring your ideas to life.
Mini Comic Me: Make Your Life Into a Little Comic with Deadly Knitshade
Time: 15.30 — 16.30
Suitable for: Ages 5+Turn your own adventures into a comic story in this imaginative workshop with Deadly Knitshade, packed with drawing, storytelling and comic making fun.
The Storytorium
Time: 17.00 — 17.30
Suitable for: All agesFinish the day with a playful interactive storytelling adventure full of curious characters, audience participation and magical moments for the whole family.
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Panna Street Football with Yo! Street Zone
Time: All day
Suitable for: Ages 5+Step into the cage for fast paced street football sessions packed with skills, tricks and friendly competition for all abilities. Whether you are showing off footwork or trying panna for the first time, there are plenty of chances to jump in and play throughout the day.
Skate Lessons with Scorcha Skate School
Time: All day
Suitable for: Ages 7+Roll into the action with beginner friendly skate lessons designed to build confidence, learn new tricks and get moving in the Courtyard. Perfect for curious first timers and young skaters ready to practise their skills throughout the day.
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Stables 1: Graphic Novel Reading Room
Graphic Novel Reading Room
Time: 11.00 — 18.00
Suitable for: Ages 4+
Step into a cosy comic inspired reading space filled with graphic novels, illustrated stories and colourful adventures to explore throughout the day. Perfect for young readers, curious minds and anyone wanting a quieter moment between activities.The Tale Spinner by Karrie Fransman
Time: 11.00 - 17.00
Enter the world’s first 'Tale Spinner' - a 3D performed comic experience created by experimental comics artist
Karrie Fransman and described as “Un-AI-able”. Inspired by 18th century raree shows, peep shows, VR and AI, the immersive installation spins a story around your head exploring an unknown future.
Stables 2: Brockwell Micro Comic Con
Time: 11.00 — 18.00
Suitable for: All ages
Enter Brockwell’s very own Micro Comic Con celebrating local comic, graphic novel and zine makers from across the scene.Meet independent artists, explore their work and discover a colourful mix of comics, illustration and self-published creations
throughout the day. Perfect for comic fans, curious readers and anyone looking to dive into independent comic culture.
Featuring: Aaron VW, Deadly Knitshade, Josh Knowles, NancyArtMusic, Peter Morey, Shelley Revill, and Timothy Winchester
FAQS
Planning your visit? Find answers to some of the most common questions about timings, activities, accessibility and how Kids Together works below.
Please register your interest at the link below. Please note all activities are first come, first served.
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Booking is advised so you can plan your day ahead, but all activities are first come, first served so we recommend arriving early for anything you really do not want to miss.
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KIDS TOGETHER is made for families, little ones, bigger kids and grown ups who still love to play. Some activities may include age guidance, which you can find in the programme.
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Every corner of Brockwell Hall gets taken over for Kids Together, from cosy indoor storytelling spaces to circus fun, dancing and games out in the Courtyard.
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Absolutely. Kids Together is designed for wandering, discovering and exploring at your own pace, with plenty of drop in activities happening throughout the day.
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Yes, really. Every workshop, performance, activity and adventure across the week is completely free to attend.
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Kids Together runs from 10.45 until 18.00 each day, with activities taking place throughout the day across different spaces and venues.
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Yes please. Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times so everyone can relax and enjoy together.
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Yes. There will be refreshments available to purchase on site, perfect for keeping little adventurers fuelled up throughout the day.