Families welcome at Wells Cathedral with creative activities, Explorer Backpacks and more!
Family Holiday Activities
During the holidays, join us at the Cathedral for creative family fun! With arts, crafts and other activities inspired by the Cathedral or by visiting exhibitions, our holiday activities are designed to help children discover and get creative.
Family holiday activities are FREE with adult entry and take place in the Education Room (unless otherwise advertised).
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Upcoming Events
Art Adventures
8 October to 1 November 2025, 9.00 a.m.–4.30 p.m.
There is so much exciting art to see in the Cathedral this Month as part of the Wells Art Contemporary (WAC) exhibition! Pick up one of our handy activity sheets at the Welcome Desk and head to the main body of the Cathedral start your adventure. We’ve chosen six installations to look at more closely. What else will you see on the way?
Don’t miss our creative drop-in workshops for families this half term, taking inspiration from the WAC installations in the Cathedral:
Branching Out
Monday 27 October
Explore relationships between humans and trees with 2D and 3D art
Willow and Windows
Tuesday 28 October
Create a willow-framed suncatcher
Decorate a Deck
Wednesday 29 October
Design a deck and create your own mini skateboard model
These activities are FREE with adult entry and there’s no need to book – simply drop in on the day.
There is no charge for 18s and under. Standard adult admission tickets include re-entry for 12 months from date of purchase, so you can enjoy access to a number of seasonal events, including exhibitions and Family Holiday Activities beyond your initial visit. Please note that children must be accompanied by a responsible adult and only assistance dogs are allowed at scheduled activities.
Explorer Backpacks
Children and young people can discover the Cathedral with our new ‘Explorer Backpacks’, available to hire from the Welcome Desk. Armed with a map and activity cards, find the matching sensory tools to help you explore. For example, at the clock, watch the jousting knights and ring a bell! You’ll also find a mini embroidered cushion to smell, a magnifying glass for close-up viewing, a soft, cuddly cat to stroke and of course a compass to help lead the way!
Whenever you choose to visit, ask for one of our Free Family Trails at the Welcome Desk designed to suit a range of ages. With our changing themes such as Christmas, Easter, stained glass, saints, and shapes, as well as our children’s guide, there’ll always be something new to discover in the Cathedral!
Further Information
For more information about Family and Children’s events happening in the Cathedral, please email education@wellscathedral.org.uk or call 01749 673809.