May Half Term

23 - 29 May

The Postal Museum

Included in museum ticket

Take a ride for your imagination and join The Jolly Postman on his delivery round at The Postal Museum this May half term! Visitors can:

Ride on Mail Rail
Celebrate 40 years of The Jolly Postman in our interactive exhibition
Follow a family trail through our hands-on galleries
Become a jolly postie in Sorted! The Postal Play Space (not included in price of admission)
Take part in fun arts and crafts activities delivered in partnership with Faber-Castell (selected dates only)

A parent and child riding a miniature green train. — Take an underground Mail Rail ride

A parent and child playing with birthday-themed props in the exhibition. — Step into the world of The Jolly Postman (c) Paul Clarke

A parent and child playing with interactive blocks in a play space. — Stay and play in Sorted!

Parents and children looking at interactive screens in the museum gallery. — Explore our interactive exhibitions

Two children playing with colouring activities at a craft table. — Drop in to arts and crafts activities

What’s on

Get creative in our half-term arts and crafts activities using artist quality stationery from Faber-Castell. Activities are included in the price of the museum admission, but places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wish You Were Here: A Jolly Postcard Adventure

Saturday 23 – Friday 29 May
10:00 – 16:00, drop in
Perfect for ages 3 and up
Takes place in the Mail Rail depot

Design your own postcard and write a message on the back. You could write all about your favourite holiday or an imagined adventure to Fairy Tale Land!

When you’re finished, deliver your postcard up the beanstalk for the Giant to read, or take it home to share your magical journey with friends and family.

In partnership with:

“A must-see for adults and children alike”

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

Sarah, Google Reviews