Summer at Berkeley Castle - Hysterical Critters
Wednesday 13 August 2025
Get ready for a wild, wacky, and wonderfully educational adventure at Berkeley Castle this Summer! In this hands-on workshop, children will meet fascinating creatures like snakes, rats, and frogs, while learning about their strange and surprising roles in history.
Did you know that rats were once blamed for spreading the plague? Or that frogs and snakes were believed to possess magical powers? Through interactive sessions, experts will reveal the myths, mysteries, and curious uses of these critters throughout history—from medieval medicine to peculiar superstitions.
Perfect for curious minds and animal lovers, this workshop offers a fun and memorable way to explore history while meeting some incredible real-life critters up close!
Suitable for children of all ages. Don’t miss the chance to experience history in a truly unique way!
Every Wednesday from 23 July – 27 August
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