Event days 2018
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The 5th Annual Motor Bike
and Cycle Event May 6th, 11.00 - 16.00 Continuing this popular event showcasing motor bikes and cycles through the years. Trophy for the bike judged best in the show. Enter by application before 27th April –download a form. Tractor Run April 29th, 11.00 - 16.00 Tractor Run starting and ending at the Museum. BBQ available in the afternoon. Details from Kay on 01353 778442. |
The 5th Annual Vintage
and Classic Car Show June 17th, 11.00 - 16.00 This regular event showcases popular and rare cars, all pre 1979. Trophy for the car judged best in the show. Enter by application before 8th June –download a form. Nostalgia Day September 2nd, 11.00 - 16.00 Featuring vintage fire engines, appliances and memorabilia, together with engines and models. |
The 2nd 1940’s Day
August 5th, 11.00 - 16.00
Following the success of our first 1940’s event last year, we are holding our second event with vintage clothes, hair and make-up, traditional 1940’s food, music and dancing, military and domestic vehicles, memorabilia. Dress in 1940’s style and immerse yourselves in the event!
August 5th, 11.00 - 16.00
Following the success of our first 1940’s event last year, we are holding our second event with vintage clothes, hair and make-up, traditional 1940’s food, music and dancing, military and domestic vehicles, memorabilia. Dress in 1940’s style and immerse yourselves in the event!
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The 7th Prickwillow Ploughing Festival in conjunction with TWH Clarke and Sons
October 6th 10.00 - 18.00, October 7th 10.00 - 16.30 Heavy Horses, Vintage/Classic Tractor Ploughing, Traction Engines, Working Displays and stationary engines, classic cars, static tractors and commercials, bygones and demonstrations. Arts, craft and trade stands. Train rides and children’s activities. Live music and family entertainment, including JezO the magician and balloon modeller, on both days. Real Ale Bar and large choice of catering. |
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Application forms for the 2018 Ploughing Festival are below. Please download, print and return. If you have any queries, please contact us.
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Christmas Special - including Father Christmas in his sleigh!
December 9th, 11.00 - 16.00
Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the season and browse the craft stalls for unusual presents. Children free entry to Museum (with adults) - £3 to visit Father Christmas and receive a present. Opportunity to make your Christmas cards and decorations, and even decorate your own fairy cake.
December 9th, 11.00 - 16.00
Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the season and browse the craft stalls for unusual presents. Children free entry to Museum (with adults) - £3 to visit Father Christmas and receive a present. Opportunity to make your Christmas cards and decorations, and even decorate your own fairy cake.
The Fantastic Engines in the Museum will be running at intervals throughout the day at all our events.
Hot and cold food.
FREE PARKING
Hot and cold food.
FREE PARKING
Events for children
Children's holiday activity days
July 25th and August 22nd 11.30 to 14.30
Lots of craft activities - ‘make and take home’ - including willow weaving workshop in August.
£5 per child - includes a slice of pizza, a drink and a cake. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking advisable.
July 25th and August 22nd 11.30 to 14.30
Lots of craft activities - ‘make and take home’ - including willow weaving workshop in August.
£5 per child - includes a slice of pizza, a drink and a cake. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking advisable.
Illustrated talks by Mike Petty: 'Webbed Feet to Green Wellies', Fenland life from 1066 to the present
Renowned Cambridgeshire historian Mike Petty will be delivering a series of talks at Prickwillow Museum.
The series is entitled 'Webbed Feet to Green Wellies' and covers Fenland life from 1066 to the present day.
April 20th, 1066-1610: Hereward and other fighters
May 18th, 1610 – 1799: Drainage and the Civil War
June 22nd, Fens in the 1800’s: Riots, hardship ... and opium!
Doors open 19.00 for 19.30 start. £3 per person. Refreshments will be available and there's the opportunity to chat to Mike and other attendees about your own Fenland memories at the end of the talk.
Why not send us an email to reserve a place and be sure of a seat at one or all of these popular evenings, or phone 01353 720737.
The series is entitled 'Webbed Feet to Green Wellies' and covers Fenland life from 1066 to the present day.
April 20th, 1066-1610: Hereward and other fighters
May 18th, 1610 – 1799: Drainage and the Civil War
June 22nd, Fens in the 1800’s: Riots, hardship ... and opium!
Doors open 19.00 for 19.30 start. £3 per person. Refreshments will be available and there's the opportunity to chat to Mike and other attendees about your own Fenland memories at the end of the talk.
Why not send us an email to reserve a place and be sure of a seat at one or all of these popular evenings, or phone 01353 720737.
