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29 - 1 May - Jun 2025

Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail!

The Farmland Museum and Denny Abbey
Ely Road
Waterbeach
Cambridge
CB25 9PQ

The Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front Museum Trail is run by Kids in Museums in partnership with Usborne Books.

10am to 4pm
Standard admission charges apply, see the website for more information
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Changing facilities
Tea / coffee
Family friendly
Wheelchair access
Dog friendly
Outdoor seating
Refreshments
Shop
Disabled toilet

Looking for a free, fun activity at Denny Abbey and the Farmland Museum this May half term?

Discover what life was like for children during World War II, from air raid shelters to ration books. Complete the trail to receive a sticker!

Children can also design their very own VE Day bunting. One winning design will receive:

  • A signed bundle of Jenny Pearson books, including Shrapnel Boys
  • A Double 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, plus 50% off major exhibitions!

Find out more, including full competition terms and conditions, at the Kids in Museums website.

The museum and Docky Box Cafe are open from 10am until 4pm each day.

Half Term Trail – Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front

The Farmland Museum and Denny Abbey
Ely Road
Waterbeach
Cambridge
CB25 9PQ

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