Opening Times

Open April - September:
Tuesday - Saturday 10.30 - 5.30
Sunday 11.30 - 5.30

Open October - March:
Tuesday - Saturday 11.00 - 4.00
Sunday 11.30 - 4.00

Closed:
Mondays (except Bank Holidays)
24 Dec until 1 Jan inclusive

What makes this a great venue for School group Fun or Educational Visits?

The commitment to providing good quality learning experiences for all visitors is at the heart of the work of the Museum

For the first time visitors will have an opportunity to explore the Museum's collections and archives. These present a record of craft and design in the north Cotswolds from the Arts and Crafts movement onwards.

Audio and video stories explain the craft traditions in more detail and kiosks within the museum give unprecedented access to the catalogued collection.

The aim is to continue the tradition of learning through looking, questioning and exploring in the beautiful setting of Court Barn

What are the Curriculum Topics or Benefit to the students from a visit?

Court Barn offers a range of self-directed sessions for KS2-KS3 teachers and students designed to support exploring the National Curriculum in creative ways.

Art and Design
Design and Technology
English
History
Science
ICT

Teachers' information provides practical help when planning your visit, fact sheets and discussion starter questions to use before and during a visit. Activity sheets support practical activities in the museum linked to the starting point ideas. Follow-up ideas provide extension ideas to use back in school. Image gallery has a selection of designer images to use with the pack.

FE and HE students and lecturers are encouraged to make self-directed visits.

What materials to you provide or suggest groups bring to support the visit?

The Museum can provide handling boxes for use in the sessions and activity sheets

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes and the free Teacher Ratio?

Max group size is 30 children

Do you offer Teacher familiarisation days?

We encourage teachers to visit the Museum beforehand so we can discuss individual requirements

What facilities are there for school groups for food and drink, shop etc?

No facilities on site, although there is a small shop and toilets

Is specific clothing required?

No

Do you have first aid on site?

Yes

Are there any restrictions on photos, copyright etc?

No if for personal use