Download one of our family trails to explore the Museum, or choose a craft template to try at home.
Family trails
Museum Top 10
Explore the Museum to track down these extra-special specimens!
Ages 5-10.
Dinosaur Detective
We have some suspicious behaviour that needs investigating. There are dinosaurs lurking in the museum!
Ages 3-7.
Rascally Reptiles
There are over 9,500 species of reptile on the planet! They come in many shapes and sizes, and live all over the world. Follow this trail to find some of the Museum reptiles.
Ages 7+.
Breathtaking Birds
Can you find these amazing birds around the Museum?
Ages 3-7.
Creature Colours
Animals have many different colours and patterns. Find out why in this special trail!
Ages 5+.
Which Whale?
Can you match the whale skeletons to their names?
Ages 5-10.
Is It Real?
Ever wondered whether something in the museum is real or not? Find out in this family trail.
Ages 5-10.
Brilliant Bugs
Meet some of the bugs on display and find out what’s so brilliant about them.
Ages 3-7.
Bacteria: Life's Secret Superheroes
Explore the Bacterial World exhibition and discover how these microscopic superheroes survive, thrive, fight and battle with spears and how they help us with their extraordinary powers.
Ages 7+
Family crafts
Our craft templates include instructions and lists of the simple materials that you will need to make them. All of the craft sheets are best printed/copied onto thin card – some are best on A3.
