Things to see and do
Story Worlds
At the heart of Discover are two floors of magical Story Worlds and a Story Garden. These are immersive, exploratory play spaces where children and their imaginations can roam.
explore our story worldsEvents and Exhibitions
Immersive exhibitions, storytelling sessions, events and more. Choose your booking date and add events, or start with an event to check availability. The rest of your session can be spent in our Story Worlds and Story Garden. Age ranges indicate what will be appropriate for your child but older or younger children are always welcome to attend.
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0-5 Storytelling: The Best Worst Day Ever
Dates: Until 19 May *
Age guide: 0-5
Duration: 25 mins
* Times Vary
£2.50 in addition to your Entry ticket. Having the WORST DAY EVER? Turn that frown upside down with this wiggling, hooting, roaring adventure based on the picture book by Sophy Henn. Performance in our small, cosy storytelling space.
Under 3s Storytelling: The Duck Pond
Dates: 23 May – 2 Jun *
Age guide: Under 3s
Duration: 30 mins
* Times Vary
£3.50 in addition to your Entry ticket. An intimate, interactive storytelling for our smaller visitors and their caregivers — featuring sensory objects, rhymes and stay-and-play.
The Duck Pond (BSL Interpreted)
Dates: 25 May *
Age guide: Under 3s
Duration: 30 mins
* Times Vary
Access enhanced performance for d/Deaf families and any visitors who use British Sign Language. £3.50 in addition to your Entry ticket. An intimate, interactive storytelling for our smaller visitors and their caregivers — featuring sensory objects, rhymes and stay-and-play.
The Box Rocket (BSL interpreted)
Dates: Last Saturday of every Month
Age guide: 0 - 8
Duration: 50 mins
Access enhanced performance for d/Deaf families and any visitors who use British Sign Language. A space-themed, immersive exhibition created with Dapo Adeola and Tọlá Okogwu. £4 in addition to your Entry ticket.
Big Bright Feelings Café Exhibition
Dates: From 25 May *
Age guide: Everyone
Duration:
* All day, drop-in to our First Floor café.
Drop in anytime during your visit. Discover original artwork from Tom Percival’s beautiful Big Bright Feelings series in a display of sketches and illustrations in our First Floor café.
Storytelling and Crafts with Laura Henry-Allain MBE
Dates: 28 May
Age guide: 3+
Duration: 50 mins
Free with your Entry ticket. Celebrate family with Laura as she shares special readings from her bestselling books — including the much-loved and award winning JoJo and Gran Gran series.