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Join us at Elizabeth Castle for a relaxed, beach-inspired sensory play session designed especially for our young explorers.
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- 3 July 2026
- Elizabeth Castle
1pm to 3pm
Hosted by our Education team and Members’ Events Curator Carmella Knight, this drop-in event brings the feel of a seaside holiday into a safe, creative play space. Little ones can build, splash and use their imagination through a variety of hands-on activities.
Suitable for children aged 3–5 years. Activities include:
•Beach-themed small world play
•Hook-a-duck
•Fishing game (water play)
•Ice cream playdough parlour
•Sand tray play
•Ball pool sorting activity
•Castle building blocks
•Story corner
Puppet Show Highlight
At 2pm, enjoy a special performance of ‘Crows of Corbière’ by our brilliant Education team. The puppet show follows a seaside adventure out to Corbière Lighthouse, bringing to life beach awareness in a way that young children will love.
Children must be accompanied by a JH Member. One adult per two children.
Please book a FREE ticket on Eventbrite for the children taking part. Accompanying adults do not need a ticket. Booking form below
Children must be accompanied by a JH Member. One adult per two children.
Location: Sensory Play will take place on the Green at Elizabeth Castle, a short walk from the Castle entrance.
PLEASE NOTE: If you wish to travel on the ferry (walking available from 1.15pm), please arrive early at the Castle Kiosk to purchase your discounted £2.50 return ticket. Children under 6 travel FREE on the Castle Ferry.
Don’t forget, as a JH Member you receive a 10% discount on all food and drink in Elizabeth Castle café when you show your Membership fob at the till.
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