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Half-term & holidays
October half term at IWM North: Story Seekers trail, Making a Museum hub and We Were There
- 24 Oct – 1 Nov 2026Story Seekers drop-in trail daily 24 Oct-1 Nov 10am-4pm; Making a Museum family hub Mon 26-Fri 30 Oct; meet veterans and eyewitnesses Wed 28 Oct 11am-3pmAdd to calendar
- IWM North, Trafford ParkAbout 25 min drive from TimperleyDirections
- Free
- Good for most agesIndoors
SEN-friendly
At IWM North: Quiet hours or early opening · Quiet space to take a break · Ear defenders or sensory bags to borrow · Hidden Disabilities Sunflower scheme. More about access here
Sessions can change or sell out, so check with the venue before you book. More SEN-friendly days out
Free half-term activities at IWM North, led by the Story Seekers trail, which takes families round the galleries to find the real people behind objects in the collection, from survivors at sea to acts of bravery. Midweek, a family hub explores how the museum came to be, with a chance to add your own story to a shared canvas. Both are aimed at ages 5 and up, and on 28 October veterans and eyewitnesses share their memories.
Last checked Sat 17 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: iwm.org.uk. Report a problem
