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Sandwell Museums have a lively programme of events and activities throughout the year for all ages to enjoy! 

* We have a fantastic programme of activities for families from school holiday fun to large community events, from historical fun to arts and crafts, theatre, music, summer celebrations and loads more

Spring and early summer at Sandwell Museums

Bromwich Hall Museum - Hall Green Rd, West Bromwich, B71 2EA

Myths and Legends at Half Term

The Bromwich Hall Guide to Magical Creatures & Where to Find Them: Tuesday 26 May, sessions at 11.15am and 1.00pm. Calling all young adventurers! Step onto the grounds of Bromwich Hall and help us search every nook and cranny for friendly magical creatures hiding in the trees and secret corners. Expect hands-on crafts and a sparkling treasure hunt around the grounds. A perfect day of imagination, discovery, and a little bit of magic. Suitable for ages 6+. Tickets cost £4, booking essential via Ticketsource. Please note the house will not be open to visitors, this is an outdoors activity so please wear sensible clothing and footwear.

Nature Day: Thursday 28 May, 11am – 3pm. Join SandNats for a host of nature activities including pond-dipping to find exciting creatures in our moat. Learn about folklore in nature and enjoy led walks in the grounds with Wonder in Nature. Go Play are here with outdoor games and activities. Suitable for all ages, no booking required.

Join us in the grounds: Friday 29 May, 11am – 3pm. Enjoy a relaxing day in our grounds with outdoor games, find our fairy houses, and follow the trail.

History Lovers' Season. 13-31 July. Join us for a season of open days, and events allowing visitors to explore and enjoy the history of this fabulous house. More details to follow

Birmingham Jazz and Blues Festival. - details of artists to follow

Friday 31 July – Bromwich Hall, 19.30pm

Saturday 1 August – Bromwich Hall, 12.00pm

 

Haden Hill House Museum and Old Hall. In Haden Hill Park, Cradley Heath, vehicle entrance via Lee Rd at B64 7SH

Myths and Legends at Half Term

Jaws & Claws: Thursday 28 May 11:15am & 1pm
Uncover the real life animal encounters that were so strange, unusual or bizarre that they have inspired modern myths or reached legendary status in their own right. Expect stories, crafts, games and fun. Suitable for ages 7+
Booking is essential via Ticketsource, £4.00 per ticket

Join in with themed trails or activities from Sandwell Reflexions from 11am-3pm FREE

Wings, Fire & Water: Friday 29 May 11:15 & 1pm
Discover the giant beasts, clever tricksters and magical creatures that challenged heroes and taught important lessons abut courage and kindness.  Expect stories, crafts, games and treasure hunt. Suitable for ages 7+
Booking is essential via Ticketsource, £4.00 per ticket
Join in with themed trails from 11am-3pm FREE

Sandwell Stanzas Open Mic Nights 2026- DK Poetry from AcessAbility Arts: Friday 29 May 6:30pm

DK is a slam-winning poet, music producer and passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusion in the arts. DK is from the West Midlands

Join us for our second poetry open night in Sandwell at Haden Hill Museum. There will be plenty of mic slots available for you to share your poetry! This is an inclusive poetry night open to all walks of life and ages.

FREE Booking essential www.ticketsource.com/sandwell-libraries-and-archives
 

Self-Care Saturdays, 1 Saturday each month 3pm
Once a month, Self‑Care Saturdays gives you space to breathe, reset, and enjoy a low‑pressure activity. From jewellery making to yoga, Mandala art to floral arrangements, come solo or bring a friend. It’s time to enter your soft-life era, unwind for a few hours and leave feeling lighter.

Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival 2026- Sunday 26 July 2pm

Join us for another year of fabulous live music. All bands will be announced shortly!

HADEN OLD HALL OPEN DAYS

Haden Old Hall was the original house built on Haden Hill; often called the Tudor Hall but it is neither Tudor or a Hall. Haden Old Hall is in fact the smart home of the middle sort Haden family built in the later 1600s as the family wealth and status grew locally. It has had a chequered history and has been restored many times.

Every Thursday 11am-1pm

Third Saturday of Each month 2pm-4pm

-Sat 18 April

-Sat 16 May

-Sat 20 June

-Sat 18 Jul

-Sat 15 Aug

-Sat 19 Sept

 

Halesowen College 2^nd Year Dance Students present ‘House of Horror’. Tuesday 12 May 3pm. You are invited to step into a world of imagination and supernatural history where the dancers will bring to life the legends of Haden Hill trough an immersive dance performance. “Even in its earliest years Haden Hill was never truly quiet…The sounds of the ghost kids, as locals came to call them, were said to be echoes of those who once lived and died on the hill…”

Please note that the performances will be filmed, this will only be of the performers not the audience but please be aware and mindful of this.

This is a free performance, no need to book.

                             

Wednesbury Museum and Art Gallery

Wednesbury World of Craft ‘Second time Around’. Exhibition and Workshops. Saturday 23 May 11am – 3pm, exhibition ongoing until October 2026. We are delighted to welcome back Wednesbury Creative Network for a day of fantastic creativity with a focus on recycling and reusing. Watch demonstrations, explore exhibitions and displays and learn new skills at a bookable workshop. This event is organised by Wednesbury Creative Network, supported by Sandwell Museums and is for all ages.

Main entry and children’s craft free. No need to book.

Bookable Needle Felting workshop £5 per person. Please go to https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/wednesbury-creative-network to book your place.

Anglo Saxon Week - Myths and Legends at Half Term

Wednesday 27 May & Thursday 28 May 11am – 3pm

Join us at the Museum and Art Gallery as we travel back to the Saxon era.  Design and make Saxon brooches, shields, swords and crowns.  Enjoy our Saxon grave goods activity and trail.

Suitable for all ages

Free entry, small charge for crafts £1-3

Drop in, no booking required

Saxon Takeover Day. Saturday 30 May 11am – 2pm. Free Entry

Step back in time with costume characters from Thegns of Mercia as they takeover the Museum and Art Gallery.  See the display of reconstructed Saxon items including jewellery, warrior gear and the Staffordshire Hoard.  Also enjoy craft and music demonstrations throughout the day.

Suitable for all ages

Free Entry, small charge for crafts £1-3

Drop in, no booking required.

Birmingham Jazz and Blues Festival - More information to follow

Friday 24 July - 7pm

Saturday 25 July - 12pm 

Oak House Museum

Soft Play Sunday:
First Sunday of every month starting Sunday 3 May 11:30am-1.30pm
Bring your little ones for a self-led playtime in our classrooms with our soft play. Suitable for babies and toddlers. A lovely safe space and a perfect place to meet other parents. House,

gardens and tea room open from 11pm. Suitable for ages 0-5. Free Entry.

 

Guided Tours of Oak House:
Sunday 10 May, Tuesday 12 May, Tuesday 19 May 12-1pm

Tuesday 2 June, Tuesday 9 June, Tuesday 16 June, Tuesday 30 June 12-1pm

Sunday 14 June 12-1pm
All tours include a hot or cold drink. Suitable for adults. £8.00 per person no need to book.

Ideal For All Coffee Mornings:
Every Wednesday 11:00-1:00pm.
Ideal For All support the independence of disabled people living in Sandwell. These groups are an opportunity to have some social time with others in a similar situation to yourself. We run a coffee morning every week at Oak House for anyone who would like to catch up with old friends and make new ones. A friendly atmosphere where you will be welcomed with tea/coffee, biscuits and a smile. Free Entry.

Little Acorns Breastfeeding Network infant feeding drop-in support session.
Every Wednesday 12.30pm – 2pm (excluding half terms).
Drop-in support group creating a free, safe space for parents to meet other parents, ask questions and access evidence-based information on all aspects of breastfeeding/chest feeding and infant feeding for babies of all ages. Contact 07505 775377 for more information. Free Entry.

Craft Club.
Every Wednesday 10:00-12.30pm
Bring your knitting and crochet projects or anything else you may be working on! We will also explore different natural arts and activities to help with feelings of calmness and creativity! Open to all ages, everyone welcome. £1.00. No need to book.

Green Man Celebration:

Sunday 17 May 11:am-4pm

Celebrate with us at our annual Green Man event with historical music from Diabolus. Join in with the Sedgley Morris dancers, have a go at Tudor dancing with Gloriana and join in our parade with the Dhol Drummers to welcome spring with the green man himself! Lots of fun, games and activities for all ages. Enjoy refreshments in our tearoom and relax in our lovely grounds. House open to explore, Free entry, drop in, no booking required.

Have a go archery

Tuesday 26 May 11.30am-2pm

Meet Robin Hood and practice your archery skills! Suitable for all ages. Test your knowledge with our flying legends trail and enjoy our outdoor games. Crafts available from 50p. House, gardens and tea room open from 11pm. Free entry.

Myths, Monsters & Legends from the Sky.

Wednesday 27 May 11.15pm and 1pm

Join us for a bright, story-rich journey through the night sky, uncovering how ancient cultures mapped their myths onto the heavens. A playful blend of folklore and astronomy, perfect for curious minds! Expect stories, crafts, games and fun. Suitable for ages 7+

Booking is essential via Ticketsource, £4.00 per ticket at https://www.ticketsource.com/sandwell-museums-and-arts/myths-monsters-legends-from-the-sky/p-zjnxo

Reflexions will be here with crafts and games. Trails and outdoor games. House, gardens and tea room open from 11pm. Free Entry.

Jensen Car display. Sunday 12 July 12pm-2pm. Entry Free

Where booking is required through ticketsource visit https://www.ticketsource.com/sandwell-museums-and-arts 

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