Easter Holidays

30 March - 10 April

The Postal Museum

Included in museum ticket

This Easter holiday, step into the story of The Jolly Postman and celebrate 40 years of this much-loved classic by Janet and Allan Ahlberg.

Ride on Mail Rail
Celebrate 40 years of The Jolly Postman in our interactive exhibition
Follow a family trail through our hands-on galleries
Play in Sorted! The Postal Play Space and become a jolly postie! (not included in price of admission)

Step into the world of The Jolly Postman (c) Paul Clarke

What’s on

Discover how letters carry stories in our Easter activities, delivered in partnership with Faber-Castell.

Activities are included free with museum admission, but places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

The Jolly Postman: make your own mini story envelope

Tues 7 – Sunday 12 April
10:00-16:00, drop-in
Perfect for ages 3 and up
Takes place in the Mail Rail depot

Design and decorate your own envelope, then write, draw or build a miniature story to tuck inside. Share your creation and imagine the journeys your letter could go on!

Using colourful materials and artist-quality stationery from Faber-Castell, families can read, draw and create together.

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“A must-see for adults and children alike”

Graeme, TripAdvisor
“Loads of fun interactive things for kids of all ages”

Sarah, Google Reviews