Summer Holidays: How to make a Nature Crown with the RHS
Build a crown fit for a King or Queen using recycled materials and foraged greenery. Spark little imaginations and creative roleplay, in this nature crown workshop with Alison and Alex from the RHS.
Please note this is a drop in session running throughout the day.
This workshop is designed as part of our summer holiday programme- Hocus Crocus
About the RHS
The RHS are the UK’s gardening charity, helping people and plants to grow. Founded over 200 years ago, they are a diverse community of gardeners, supporters, volunteers, visitors, students and scientists – passionate about spreading the joy of gardening.
We aim to make our sessions as accessible as possible. Please email info@thackraymuseum.org for any access requirements or queries
From poo to medicine in space, Thackray Museum uses creativity and play to explore a different medical theme every school holiday.
Hungry for more? Grab your Family Membership and enjoy a year’s worth of school holiday activities for free.
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