FAMILIES can step back in time during the May half-term school holidays at a Second World War themed experience at St Mary’s Guildhall.
Activities include an interactive rationing trail, message decoding, and creating a model Spitfire aircraft.
The Guildhall’s usual interpretation displays, interactive game kiosks and costume areas will also be up and running.
Tours on Sunday May 24 will showcase the building’s World War II history, 85 years since Coventry suffered devastating attacks.
Visitors will learn about the damage the building sustained and how it survived, its role as a centre for resistance through anti-war discussions and exhibitions, and its significance in distributing ration books during and after the war.
A workshop entitled Sugar and Splendour: Crafting Your Own Tudor Sugar Plate takes place on Thursday May 28 and Friday May 29.
Sugar plate was designed to impress guests at Tudor banquets with stunning centre pieces created to decorate the table.
Heritage and Venue Manager Abi Moore said: “Our May half-term activities combine creativity, history and fun for all ages and are ideal for families looking for an engaging and educational day out.
“We are excited to welcome families from across Coventry and the wider region to explore St Mary’s Guildhall and make lasting memories together at one of the area’s most treasured venues.”
Visit www.stmarysguildhall.co.uk for more information and to book tickets.
