Events 2019
Event opening times 11.00-16.00 unless otherwise stated.
Admission (unless otherwise stated):
Adults £5; concessions £4; children £2 (under 6 years FREE), Family Ticket £12
Our fabulous collection of restored diesel engines will be running at all events listed below.
Parking FREE. Hot and cold food available. See our Plan a Visit page for more information on all facilities.
Admission (unless otherwise stated):
Adults £5; concessions £4; children £2 (under 6 years FREE), Family Ticket £12
Our fabulous collection of restored diesel engines will be running at all events listed below.
Parking FREE. Hot and cold food available. See our Plan a Visit page for more information on all facilities.
3rd Annual Tractor Run
Sunday, April 28th
The return of this popular event. The Tractor Run starts and finishes at the Museum. Come and join in or watch the fun! Full details nearer the time and from Kay, 01353 778442
Sunday, April 28th
The return of this popular event. The Tractor Run starts and finishes at the Museum. Come and join in or watch the fun! Full details nearer the time and from Kay, 01353 778442
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6th Annual Motor Bikes and Cycles Show
Sunday, May 12th Bigger and better every year, this event showcases the best in classic and vintage motorbikes and cycles. Trophy for best in show. To enter, download, fill in and return the form below. 
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6th Annual Vintage and Classic Car Show
Sunday, June 16th Featuring the best of pre-1979 cars, both rare and popular. Trophy for best in show. To enter, download, fill in and return the form below.
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3rd 1940's Event
Sunday, August 4th
Now in its third year, this popular event features music, dance, makeup and food from the 1940's, as well as military and domestic vehicles, memorabilia and stalls. Dressing up encouraged!
Sunday, August 4th
Now in its third year, this popular event features music, dance, makeup and food from the 1940's, as well as military and domestic vehicles, memorabilia and stalls. Dressing up encouraged!
Models and Engines Show
Sunday, September 1st
A wide variety of models to enjoy, from scale fairground models to stationary and mini steam engines. Do you have a model you can show? Please download, fill in and return the form below.
Sunday, September 1st
A wide variety of models to enjoy, from scale fairground models to stationary and mini steam engines. Do you have a model you can show? Please download, fill in and return the form below.
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8th Prickwillow Ploughing Festival in conjunction with TWH Clarke and Son of Green Farm, in aid of Prickwillow Museum and Cancer Research UK
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October. Open from 10.00 both days.
A fantastic day out for all the family, and our biggest event of the year, including all that's great about the Fens: heavy horse and vintage/classic ploughing; traction engines, working displays and stationary engines; classic cars, static engines, classic cars and static tractors; bygones, models, crafts, and trade stands. Activities for children, including magician JezO. Live music, real ale bar and hot food stands. Our fabulous collection of restored diesel engines will be demonstrated throughout the day.
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October. Open from 10.00 both days.
A fantastic day out for all the family, and our biggest event of the year, including all that's great about the Fens: heavy horse and vintage/classic ploughing; traction engines, working displays and stationary engines; classic cars, static engines, classic cars and static tractors; bygones, models, crafts, and trade stands. Activities for children, including magician JezO. Live music, real ale bar and hot food stands. Our fabulous collection of restored diesel engines will be demonstrated throughout the day.
Adults, £7.50.
Accompanied children under 16, FREE.
Adult two day pass, £12.00.
Ticket price includes entry to the Museum and parking.
Proceeds from the Ploughing Festival are split equally between Prickwillow Engine Trust, an unincorporated association and a registered charity in England (charity number 285139) and Cancer Research UK.
Would you like to enter the competition, display an engine, or have a craft or trade stall? Please download, fill in and return the appropriate form below.
Accompanied children under 16, FREE.
Adult two day pass, £12.00.
Ticket price includes entry to the Museum and parking.
Proceeds from the Ploughing Festival are split equally between Prickwillow Engine Trust, an unincorporated association and a registered charity in England (charity number 285139) and Cancer Research UK.
Would you like to enter the competition, display an engine, or have a craft or trade stall? Please download, fill in and return the appropriate form below.
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Christmas Special
Sunday, December 8th, 11.00-16.00. Children FREE with adult admission Get into the Christmas spirit with the sights, sounds and tastes of the festive season. Just £3 to visit Father Christmas, including a present to take home. Activities including making a festive decoration and decorating a fairy cake. Plenty of beautiful crafts to browse for Christmas gifts. If you'd like to have a craft stall at this event, please download, fill in and return the form below.
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Events for children
Easter Egg Hunt Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd April Complete the Egg Hunt and win a chocolate egg! Normal Museum admission charges apply, see our Plan a Visit page for details of charges and facilities. School Holiday Activity Days August 21st and 28th, 11.30-14.30 Lots of fun for the Summer, with take-home craft activities, including willow weaving (August 21 only). £5 per child: includes a slice of pizza, drink and cake (please alert us in advance to any special dietary requirements). | ||
Talks
Illustrated local history talks by Mike Petty
Renowned Cambridgeshire historian Mike Petty continues his series of popular local history talks at Prickwillow Museum, this time focusing on the rivers that dominate and shape our unique landscape.
March 22nd, Old West – Earith to Little Thetford
April 12th, The Cam – Cambridge to Little Thetford
May 24th, River Ouse – Little Thetford to Denver
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.
We recommend you send us an email to reserve your place and be sure of a seat at one or all of these popular evenings, or phone 01353 720737.
Renowned Cambridgeshire historian Mike Petty continues his series of popular local history talks at Prickwillow Museum, this time focusing on the rivers that dominate and shape our unique landscape.
March 22nd, Old West – Earith to Little Thetford
April 12th, The Cam – Cambridge to Little Thetford
May 24th, River Ouse – Little Thetford to Denver
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.
We recommend you send us an email to reserve your place and be sure of a seat at one or all of these popular evenings, or phone 01353 720737.
An Evening with Robert Smith MBE, Author and Harbour Master
Saturday, June 29th
Saturday, June 29th
Doors open at 5.00pm for museum visits. Talk begins at 7.30pm.
Pre-booked tickets: £6 per person Museum Members: £4 On the door (if space available): £8 For further enquiries, please call 01353 720737/01353 778442 or contact us by email HERE. Credit card bookings: 07850 286566 |
Don't miss this fascinating talk from Robert Smith MBE, Port of Wells Harbour Master, and author of 'Crossing the Bar' and 'Tales of a Harbour Master'.
Robert grew up in Wells-next-the Sea, and in 2000 he came Harbour Master. This, plus his 27 year tenure as crew and second Coxswain on the Wells lifeboat, has given him a great appreciation of the power and unpredictability of the sea. In 2016/17 Robert was recognised in the New Year’s Honours List and awarded an MBE for his services to the Port and Community of Wells. The following year, Robert published his first book, 'Crossing the Bar', described as being ‘a hymn to the most beautiful coastline in the world’. The book has received countrywide acclaim. No small feat for a man challenged by dyslexia! A natural storyteller, Robert is a popular public speaker. 'Tales of a Harbour Master' not only take his audience on a journey of discovery of the history and workings of the Port, but also provides a light-hearted and amusing glimpse of his life as Harbour Master. Please also have a look at our blog post. |
All proceeds from this event in aid of Prickwillow Engine Trust, an unincorporated association and a registered charity in England (charity number 285139).
