St George's Guildhall

05/09/2025

The Norfolk Heritage Open Day season is from 12th - 21st Sept and we will be at St George's Guildhall in Kings Lynn on the 14th for their event.

Come and join us for sessions of ‘The Shakespeare Shuffle’ where you can help our Elizabethan characters create some of the most dramatic scenes written by Shakespeare.

There will be some family friendly foolish fun with Robert Armin, Shakespeare’s fool, who was born in King’s Lynn and his friends.

For more info on all the events near you give follow this page Heritage Open Days

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01/09/2025

🎉 We are excited to be opening for Heritage Open Day once again this year! 🎉

Visit St. George's Guildhall to see the famous medieval floorboards and learn more about the ongoing archaeological investigations. Then head to the Shakespeare Barn to enjoy Time Will Tell Theatre's 'Shakespeare Shuffle' - a family-friendly experience with the chance to meet some of the famous faces that have influenced the history of St. George's Guildhall.

📆When? Sunday 14th September 2025
🕑Time? 10am - 4pm
🕍Where? Over 50 locations in and around King's Lynn, including St. George's Guildhall

Heritage Open Days Visit West Norfolk Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk News & Events

01/09/2025

🎭 By popular demand – we’re staying open longer!

Step inside St George’s Guildhall, the UK’s oldest working theatre, and walk across the largest surviving area of 15th-century timber floor – on view now before it’s carefully conserved for generations to come.

🗓️ Extended opening!
Now open Monday–Saturday until 14th September

🎟️ Free entry | No booking required
(Wednesdays reserved for schools & access patrons – advance booking essential)

✨ Don’t miss this rare chance to experience a remarkable piece of theatre history!

30/08/2025

25/08/2025

Save the Date – Saturday 8th November from 10am

Dragon Festival 2025 is going town-wide in King’s Lynn!

Get ready for a legendary celebration with free activities including archery, live theatre, hands-on crafts, and the chance to meet real ‘dragons’.

There will be something for all ages, so mark your calendars and keep an eye on our website and social pages for more information

18/08/2025

🎨Learning for All at St. George’s Guildhall!

From art classes to family fun and epic events – there’s something for everyone, all year round!

Dragon Arts – Creative Saturday sessions for kids.
Holiday fun – Crafts, games & stage time for all ages.
Themed events – Dragon Festival, Shakespeare’s Bash & more!

📅 Find out what’s on & book via our website.

12/08/2025

🏝️ Missed out on our last sessions? Don't worry!
Join the crew from St. George’s Guildhall for more pirate-packed adventures inspired by Treasure Island! 🏴‍☠️🌴

Get stuck into:
🗺️ Island trails & treasure hunts
🌅 Design your own desert island
🌿 Build survival shelters
🔭 Craft your own telescope
🎭 Plus, costumes, props & performance fun!

📍 Upcoming sessions:

📅 Tues 19 Aug – Dersingham Village Centre

🕚 11:00am–12:15pm | Ages 4–11
🎟️ £2 per child (adults go free!) – booking essential!

https://stgeorgesguildhall.com/event/summer-family-fun-sessions-robinson-crusoe/

12/08/2025

👀Looking for a FREE family activity this weekend?👀

🎨Journey on down to the Shakespeare Barn where you will be able to take part in Voyages - a creative, fun-filled workshop celebrating King's Lynn's maritime heritage. ⚓️

Drop in between 12.30 and 3.30 on Saturday 16th August - no booking necessary.

Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk News & Events

07/08/2025

04/08/2025

🎭 Play-in-a-Day: Robinson Crusoe! 🏝️

Ahoy young actors! Set sail on a day of adventure this summer at St George’s Guildhall.

Join us for a full day of fun exploring our brand new temporary theatre space, trying on costumes, and performing Daniel Defoe’s classic Robinson Crusoe! 🧭✨

🗓 Wednesday 13th August
🕙 10am–4pm
📍 Shakespeare Barn, St George’s Guildhall, King’s Lynn
🎟 £2 per child | Ages 9–16
📣 Parents & carers welcome to watch the final show at 3pm!
🥪 Don’t forget a packed lunch
📞 Booking is essential - https://bit.ly/3GR84Sl

28/07/2025

🏝️ Missed the last pirate adventure?
Don’t worry — the crew from St. George’s Guildhall is back with more Treasure Island fun! 🏴‍☠️🌊

Think island trails, pirate crafts, and loads of swashbuckling surprises! 👀

📍 New dates & locations coming up in August – perfect for little adventurers aged 4–11.
🎟️ Just £2 per child | Booking essential

🗓️ More info dropping soon… stay tuned!

https://stgeorgesguildhall.com/event/summer-family-fun-sessions-robinson-crusoe/