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Poster for a Mini Easter Egg nest creations workshop for young people at The Devil's Porridge Museum on Monday 7th April 2025.

Mini Easter Egg Nest Creations 2025

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We have an egg-citing selection of Easter Workshops 2025 at The Devil’s Porridge Museum! Find out more below.

 

Monday 7th April 2025

Poster for a Mini Easter Egg nest creations workshop for young people at The Devil's Porridge Museum on Monday 7th April 2025.

10:30am to 11:30am

Mini Egg Nest Creations.

Easter decorating workshop.

For children aged 6 to 11 years old.

Join us to make your own delicious Mini Egg Nests at The Devil’s Porridge Museum.

Places are limited and booking is essential.

Tickets are £2 per child (plus a £1 booking fee).*

To book your place please press ‘Book Now’ and select Mini Egg Nest Creations.

*We are committed to keeping our activities as inclusive as possible. If you need financial support please contact: education@devilsporridge.org.uk or call 01461 700021

 

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A huge thank you to our funders The Holywood Trust and The National Lottery Community Fund, Young Start.

A collage of photos from Warhammer workshop, Sewing Hope Workshop and Cordite Club with some text. This reads Monthly Roundup 17th February to 16th March 2025

Monthly Roundup 17th February to 16th March 2025

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Time for Monthly Roundup 17th February to 16th March 2025. This time we’re showcasing what happened in our mid-term holiday programme.

Wednesday 19th February

Today was our first mid-term workshop, Crafting Adventures for Toddlers. It was lovely to see so many people drop in and join us for this. Thanks to those who joined us and another big thank you to all those who helped to make this possible.

Below are some photos of this activity.

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Thursday 20th February

This Thursday was a very busy day.

We were delighted to welcome a group to The Devil’s Porridge Museum in the morning. It was fantastic to have them.

From 11am to 1pm we had a drop in Sewing Hope: Quilts for Climate Change Workshop. Find out more about Sewing Hope by clicking here>

Below are some photos of this activity.

From 3pm to 4pm we had an exciting Warhammer Workshop. You can see some photos of this below.

Thanks to everyone who made all of these activities possible and all those who joined us for this!

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Friday 21st February

Our last drop-in Mid-Term Activity was a creative Craft workshop.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for this!

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Monday 24th February

Our Cordite Club were back inside The Devil’s Porridge Museum again today. This week they played two sorts of Bingo;  card and normal Bingo!

Arts and Crafts Club were also back in The Devil’s Porridge Museum today. If you know any young people who would like to join our Arts and Crafts Club, you can click here to learn more>

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Saturday 1st February

We were delighted to have a Brownies unit join us for a visit at The Devil’s Porridge Museum today. A huge thank you to them for paying us a visit!

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Monday 3rd March

Today we were delighted to welcome local school and nursey children to Sewing Hope workshop! We’re very proud to have been involved in this project and you can learn more about Sewing Hope by clicking here>

Lovely to have our Arts and Crafts club in The Devil’s Porridge Museum again this afternoon.

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Wednesday 5th March

We were delighted to have another Sewing Hope workshop with local children again today.

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Thursday 6th March

Today local children were making a quilt to share hope for the future in our Sewing Hope workshop. We are very proud to be able to involved in this activity! A huge thank you to National Museums Scotland and the Scottish Government’s Climate Engagement Fund. You can learn more about Sewing Hope by clicking here>

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Monday 10th March

This week our Cordite Club enjoyed jacket potato with cheese and baked beans. They also took part in our Sewing Hope workshop to share a message of hope for future generations! Below are some photos of this.

Later, our Arts and Crafts Club were having a go at cross-stich!

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Wednesday 12th March

It was fantastic to have a school visit to The Devil’s Porridge Museum today.

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Thursday 13th March

We had another Sewing Hope workshop with local school children today.

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Friday 14th March

Another Sewing Hope workshop took place today. All the fabric squares the young people are making will be sewn into one large quilt.

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We’ve come to the end of this Monthly Roundup. Our next Roundup will be released in April.

If you want to find out what’s happened in The Devil’s Porridge Museum earlier this year you can find our past Monthly Roundup by clicking here>

Nursey children holding up the artwork they made in Sewing Hope workshops at The Devil's Porridge Museum.

Sewing Hope: A Month of Creativity and Connection

By Archive, Climate Change & Museums Blog

 

By

Bohdan Bozhenko*

Volunteer at The Devil’s Porridge Museum

 

A Month of Creativity and Collaboration

This month, Sewing Hope has been bursting with energy, creativity, and a strong sense of community. Each workshop has brought together people of all ages, proving that sewing is not just about fabric and thread—it’s about learning, sharing, and building meaningful connections. More importantly, it has shown how creativity can unite different generations in a truly inspiring way.

Bringing Generations Together

Children from Eastriggs Nursery and Eastriggs Primary School eagerly picked up their needles, excited to create something with their own hands. At the same time, the Lockerbie Brownies joined in with enthusiasm, carefully stitching their pieces while enjoying the process. Meanwhile, young artists from the Arts and Crafts Club added their own creative flair, making each session even more vibrant and engaging.

On the other hand, the senior ladies from the Cordite Club brought their wealth of experience, offering patient guidance and sharing heartfelt messages in their creations.

Moving Toward the Final Stage

As the workshops near completion, an exciting new phase is about to begin. Soon, all the individually stitched pieces will come together to form beautiful quilts. This transition from personal efforts to a shared masterpiece symbolizes the dedication and teamwork that have defined Sewing Hope. Moreover, it marks a significant milestone in the project, bringing everyone one step closer to seeing their collective work take shape.

Stay Tuned for More Updates

With so much progress already made, the journey is far from over. We’ll continue to share updates as the final quilts take shape, ensuring that everyone remains involved in this wonderful initiative. In the meantime, we encourage you to stay tuned for more news and heartwarming stories. Finally, a heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who has contributed to this inspiring project—you have made a real difference!

 

 

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*Bohdan Bozhenko is a young volunteer and a valued member of our Youth Empowerment Programme.

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Sewing Hope Workshop

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Pieces of artwork young people at The Devil's Porridge Museum have made on quilts for the Sewing Hope: Quilts for Climate Change Project.

By

Bohdan Bozhenko*

Volunteer at The Devil’s Porridge Museum

 

We’re excited to share the launch of our first Sewing Hope workshop with the community, marking an important step in this inspiring project.

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During the session, we shared with older children and adults some of the objects from our collection, such as deactivated bombs, shells, and other historical artefacts, encouraging reflection on the devastating impact of wars across the globe.

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This week, we’ve welcomed pupils from Eastriggs Primary School to The Devil’s Porridge Museum to take part in our workshop, where we’re working together to create a Quilt of Hope. Next week, the senior ladies from the Cordite Club will be writing messages of hope for the youngest generations. We’ll be posting pictures of the workshop later on, stay tuned!

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This initiative is part of Climate Change for All, funded by the Scottish Government’s Climate Engagement Fund and led by National Museums Scotland, highlighting the power of creativity in fostering awareness and action.

 

Photo Credits

All images are credited to: ©Andy Catlin

For images of the hanging quilts from the Toolkit, credit: National Museums Scotland

YoungStart-TNLCF

*Bohdan Bozhenko is a young volunteer and a valued member of our Youth Empowerment Programme.

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Quilts hung on a wall.

Sewing Hope: Quilts for Climate Change

By Archive, Climate Change & Museums Blog

By

Bohdan Bozhenko*

Volunteer at The Devil’s Porridge Museum

 

Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, affecting communities worldwide. To raise awareness and inspire action, National Museums Scotland has launched an initiative called Sewing Hope: Quilts for Climate Change as part of Climate Change for All. This public engagement project, funded by the Scottish Government’s Climate Engagement Fund, explores environmental sustainability through the art of quilting. The Devil’s Porridge Museum is proud to participate in this initiative, running workshops with local community groups, including Eastriggs Primary School, to craft meaningful quilts that symbolize hope in the face of the climate emergency.

 

The Goals of the Project

The Sewing Hope project aims to use quilting as a creative medium to foster dialogue about climate change and encourage community participation. By engaging with schools and local groups, the project seeks to:

– promote environmental awareness and sustainability.

– inspire individuals to reflect on their relationship with nature.

– provide a hands-on, artistic approach to climate education.

– encourage collaborative work within the community.

 

This project brings together the expertise of a scientist and an artist, merging scientific knowledge with creative expression. Their collaboration helps participants translate their concerns, hopes, and solutions regarding climate change into visual storytelling through quilt-making.

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The Art of Quilting

Quilting is a centuries-old craft that involves sewing together layers of fabric to create intricate designs. Beyond being a form of artistic expression, quilting has long been used to tell stories, document history, and bring communities together. Within the Sewing Hope project, quilting becomes a tool for advocacy—each piece of fabric represents the collective vision of a more sustainable future.

Participants in the workshops could learn quilting techniques while discussing the impacts of climate change and ways to address it. The final quilts will be more than just beautiful works of art—they will serve as powerful symbols of resilience, unity, and hope.

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Looking Ahead

The finished quilt will be displayed at The Devil’s Porridge Museum, offering visitors an opportunity to witness the powerful message woven into its fabric. Next year, it will also be exhibited at National Museums Scotland, reaching a broader audience and continuing to spark conversations about climate action.

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Acknowledgments

We would like to extend our gratitude to National Museums Scotland and the Scottish Government’s Climate Engagement Fund for making this initiative possible. Special thanks to the participants, volunteers, and educators who contributed to the creation of these quilts.

Photo Credits

All images are credited to: ©Andy Catlin

For images of the hanging quilts from the Toolkit, credit: National Museums Scotland

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*Bohdan Bozhenko is a young volunteer and a valued member of our Youth Empowerment Programme.

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A collage of photos of The Devil's Porridge Museum's Cordite Club and Love in Wartime exhibition. Some text reads "Monthly Roundup 20th January to 16th February 2025.

Monthly Roundup: 20th January to 16th February 2025

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It’s time for our latest Monthly Roundup: 20th January to 16th February 2025. This Roundup covers the return of Cordite Club and our annual Burns Supper!

Monday 20th January 2025

The start of this Monthly Roundup saw the Cordite Club return to The Devil’s Porridge Museum after a break for the festive season. It was fantastic to have them back!

This week they played bingo! If your interested in learning more about Cordite Club please click here>

Below are some photos from this week’s Cordite Club.

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Tuesday 21st January 2025

Today marked our first Youth Council meeting of 2025. It was exciting to discuss some interesting ideas for activities for the start of 2025.

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Friday 24th January 2025

On Friday 24th January we had our Burns Supper planned. Unfortunately, Storm Eowyn had other ideas and we were forced to cancel this event to protect staff, visitors and volunteers. We would like to thank everyone who took the time to book this event, as well as all those who were already helping us prepare for it and we’re sorry for any disappointment this has caused. Refunds have now been issued to everyone who booked tickets.

We will hoping run this event again next year, so long as we can ensure the safety of everyone involved.

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Wednesday 30th January 2025

We were delighted to have our Curator, at a meeting at the local job centre today to share some information about our volunteer opportunities. We have lots of volunteering opportunities which can help you build your confidence, experience and improve your CV! Read more about volunteering with us by clicking here>

If your aged 16 to 24 years old, why not join our Museum Mentorship Programme? You will be able to gain hands on experience in your chosen volunteer role with support, guidance and training from an experienced mentor. Find out more about our Museum Mentorship Programme by clicking here>

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Monday 3rd February 2025

Cordite Club were back in The Devil’s Porridge Museum again today. This week they were treated to a belated Burns Supper!

Our Cordite Club also played card bingo, competed in a Robert Burns themed quiz and enjoyed some chair aerobics. Below are some photos from today’s Cordite Club.

Today also saw the return of our Arts and Crafts club! This week they were making paper dancing teddy bears!

If you want to learn more about Arts and Crafts club, please click here>

Below are some photos of our Arts and Crafts club.

 

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Monday 10th February 2025

Arts and Crafts Club were back in The Devil’s Porridge Museum again today. It’s lovely to have them and always very exciting to see what they will make!

 

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Thursday 13th February 2025

We were delighted to welcome people to a community gathering to share love stories today. Our ‘Love in Wartime’ exhibition was also on display for people to look at.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible and everyone who joined us for this!

Below is one photo from this event, but we are hoping to add more very soon!

Some heart shortbread arranged on plates in The Devil's Porridge Museum's Education Room.

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Saturday 15th February 2025

We’re proud to be taking part in Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels trail, which is organised by Kids in Museums and Little Tiger starting from Saturday 15th February 2025. This is a free activity with admission into The Devil’s Porridge Museum. You can get involved with this trail at The Devil’s Porridge Museum until Sunday 23rd February 2025.

Learn more about Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels trail by clicking here>

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That’s all for this Monthly Roundup! We have some more exciting events coming up as part of our February Mid-Term Programme 2025, which you can learn more about by clicking here>

If your wondering what happened in our last Monthly Roundup click here>

Poster for Love in Porridge talk at The Devil's Porridge Museum on Thursday 13th February 2025 at 7pm. This will be a community gathering to share love stories including those from H.M. Factory Gretna. Booking is essential. You can book on The Devil's Porridge Museum's website or by emailing education@devilsporridge.org.uk

Valentine’s Talk: Love and Porridge

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Thursday 13th February 2025

7pm

A community gathering to share love stories including some from H.M. Factory Gretna.

You will also be able to enjoy our ‘Love in Wartime’ exhibition which will be on display.

Tea or coffee and biscuits will be available after the talk.

A free event. Visitors and families of all ages are welcome to attend!

Booking is essential and places are limited.

You can book your place by emailing education@devilsporridge.org.uk or pressing ‘Book Now’ and selecting Love and Porridge.

Mid-Term Holiday Programme for 2025 at The Devil's Porridge Museum 2025 poster. It features a selection of four free activities for young people at The Devil's Porridge Museum.

Mid-Term Holiday Programme 2025

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We have an exciting range of FREE activities available for all the Family as part of our Mid-Term Holiday Programme 2025.

 

Mid-Term Crafting Adventures for Toddlers.

Poster for a Free Mid-Term Crafting Adventures for Toddlers Activity at The Devil's Porridge Museum on Wednesday 19th February from 11am to 1pm. No booking is required, but please be aware that admission prices for The Devil's Porridge Museum do apply to anyone wishing to look around The Devil's Porridge Museum.

Wednesday 19th February 2025

11am to 1pm

FREE! (Admission charges do still apply for anyone wishing to look around The Devil’s Porridge Museum).

Children can enjoy hands-on crafting with a variety of materials, creating colourful masterpieces to take home. It’s a wonderful opportunity for toddlers to develop their fine motor skills while having fun in a relaxed, friendly environment.

Parents or carers are kindly asked to stay and help guide their little ones through the crafting fun, offering a helping hand along the way!

No booking required – just drop in and let the crafting fun begin!

 

Sewing Hope: Quilts for Climate Change.

Sewing Hope: Quilts for Climate Change poster for a free workshop on Thursday 20th February 2025. This activity is suitable for all the family. Help us make a quilt to raise awareness of climate change & build hopes for the future!Part of Climate Change for All, a public engagement project exploring environmental sustainability in Scotland, delivered by National Museums Scotland and funded by the Scottish Government’s Climate Engagement Fund. No booking is required for this free activity, but please be aware that admission prices for The Devil's Porridge Museum do apply to anyone wishing to look around The Devil's Porridge Museum.

Thursday 20th February 2025

11am to 1pm

FREE! (Admission charges do still apply for anyone wishing to look around The Devil’s Porridge Museum).

Help us make a quilt to raise awareness of climate change & build hopes for the future! This activity is suitable for all the family.

Part of Climate Change for All, a public engagement project exploring environmental sustainability in Scotland, delivered by National Museums Scotland and funded by the Scottish Government’s Climate Engagement Fund.

No booking required – just drop in!

Please be aware that this is a drop in activity and we only expect people to stay for 1 hour or until they have completed their quilt. This will help us make sure that everyone has the opportunity to craft a quilt and have fun!

 

Mid-Term Warhammer Workshop: Build, Battle, and Conquer.

Mid-Term Warhammer Workshop: Build, Battle and Conquer. This will be on Thursday 20th February from 3pm to 4pm. To book your place please email: education@devilsporridg.org.uk

Thursday 20th February 2025

3pm to 4pm

FREE! (Admission charges do still apply for anyone wishing to look around The Devil’s Porridge Museum).

Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this session offers the perfect opportunity to learn the basics of Warhammer, build your own army, and dive into thrilling battles. With guidance from experienced players, you’ll explore the rich world of Warhammer, from painting miniatures to mastering tactics on the battlefield.

All materials will be provided – just bring your enthusiasm and get ready for an epic adventure!

To book please contact: education@devilsporridge.org.uk

 

Creative Crafts Drop-In.

Poster for a Creative Craft Drop-In activity for 6 to 11 year olds at The Devil's Porridge Museum on Friday 21st February 2025 from 11am to 1pm. No booking is required for this free activity, but please be aware that admission prices for The Devil's Porridge Museum do apply to anyone wishing to look around The Devil's Porridge Museum.

Friday 21st February 2025

11 am to 1pm

FREE! (Admission charges do still apply for anyone wishing to look around The Devil’s Porridge Museum).

Join us for a fun and creative drop-in craft workshop at The Devil’s Porridge Museum! Take what you make home with you!

This hands-on activity is perfect for children aged 6 to 11 years old.

No booking required – just drop in and let the crafting fun begin!

Please be aware that this is a drop in activity and we only expect people to stay for 30 minutes. This will help us make sure that everyone has the opportunity to craft something and have fun!

 

Poster for Kids in Museums' and Little Tiger's Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels Trail.

And that’s not all happening as part of our Mid-Term Holiday Programme 2025! From Saturday 15th February to Sunday 23rd February 2025 you can take part in  Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels trail this is free with admission into The Devil’s Porridge Museum. Learn more about Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels trail by clicking here>

Poster for Kids in Museums' and Little Tiger's Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels Trail.

Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels Trail

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From Saturday 15th February to Sunday 23rd February 2025

Free with Admission into The Devil’s Porridge Museum.

The Devil’s Porridge Museum is proud to be taking part in Kids in Museums’ and Little Tiger’s Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels trail!

From Saturday 15th February to Sunday 23rd February 2025 join us for the Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Little Tiger. The national trail for families is inspired by Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels by Ruth Lauren; a fun, feminist adventure series for children aged 9 – 12.

Tourmaline’s strange new magical powers are causing chaos and she desperately wants to know how to control them. When she receives a mysterious postcard promising her answers, she sets off on an unforgettable adventure to the Museum of Marvels.

Pick up a free activity sheet to join in at  The Devil’s Porridge Museum. Search for Tourmaline, her friends and an assortment of magical objects hiding in the museum. Complete the spotter trail and get a free Tourmaline sticker!

Children can also design their very own Museum of Marvels. Three winning designs will win a signed Tourmaline book bundle and a National Art Pass (plus kids) courtesy of Art fund; giving one adult plus children under 16 free entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic houses across the UK as well as 50% off major exhibitions!

Full competition terms and conditions>

Admission into The Devil’s Porridge Museum is required to take part in this activity. Our usual opening hours and prices do apply.

Monthly Roundup 16th December 2024 to 19th January 2025 graphic, which includes three photos of Sir James in the snow, some festive decorations and The Devil's Porridge Museum from outside.

Monthly Roundup 15th December 2024 to 19th January 2025

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Welcome to our first Monthly Roundup of 2025! It may have been a quiet (and very cold) start to the year, but there’s lots to look forward to in 2025 at The Devil’s Porridge Museum.

To start we would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year!

Below is a snowy photo of Sir James (taken in a previous year). Luckily, we’ve not this much snow at The Devil’s Porridge Museum to start 2025.

World War One Fireless Locomotive Sir James in the snow.

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Monday 6th January 2025

It was exiting to re-open today after a short break for the festive season! If you fancy visiting us this year, why not take a look at our opening hours and prices by clicking here>

Did you know that today also the day were World War Two factory ICI Powfoot, employed it’s first 10 employees. Be sure to look out for information about ICI Powfoot

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Thursday 16th January 2025

We were delighted to welcome our first group of the year to The Devil’s Porridge Museum. A huge thank you to them for joining us!

As always you can read more about group visits here>

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There’s lots more exciting events to come this year!

  1. The Devil’s Porridge Museum’s Crafted in Conflict exhibition all about trench art will be at The Devil’s Porridge Museum until 28th February 2025. Read more about our current exhibition here>
  2. Our Cordite Club are returning on Monday 20th January 2025. You can read more about Cordite Club by clicking here>
  3. The Devil’s Porridge Museum’s Youth Council will be holding it’s first meeting on Tuesday 21st January 2025.
  4. Burns Supper will be held on 24th January 2025 at The Devil’s Porridge Museum this year. Enjoy a three course meal with haggis, Highland dancing and more! Read more about Burn’s Night 2025 by clicking here>
  5. We are proud to have partnered with Rail Sidings Limited to offer a new Shunt Locomotive Driver Experience Day starting every Thursday from 6th February 2025. It’s perfect for railway enthusiasts! Learn more about our Shunt Locomotive Driver Experience Day by clicking here>
  6. Our weekly Arts and Crafts club for young people will be returning in February 2025.
  7. We’re still offering young people the opportunity to get involved in our Museum Mentorship Programme. This programme will help young people gain hands on experience with support and guidance from an experienced mentor. Learn more about our Museum Mentorship Programme by clicking here>
  8. 2025 will see the return of many of our popular events and plenty of new ones too! Why not follow us on Facebook to keep up to date with what will be happening at The Devil’s Porridge Museum. Find The Devil’s Porridge Museum on Facebook here>

 

And that’s the end of our first Monthly Roundup of 2025! We’ll see you next time and in the meantime you can always catch up on last month’s  Monthly Roundup by clicking here>

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