Children's Corner
We have a variety of toys and activities in addition to our popular busy boards and books.
Build interesting structures with our new creative construction toys and see what your family can create.
Garden activities
Explore our secret garden this winter, by following a trail of party animals created by artists from our inclusive arts project, Blue Room.
Activity Pack
Keep the creativity going at home with an Activity Pack from our Information Desk for only £2.00
Our latest pack has everything you need to make your own creature inspired by Tim Spooner's exhibition: A New Kind of Animal.
Our friendly team of staff are here to make your visit enjoyable and stress-free. Whether it's a trip to our cafe or playing hide and seek in our garden, visitors of all ages can find something to entertain them in our building.
Bluecoat Platform Benches
Located in our front courtyard are a series of colourful and fun benches designed by artists Simon & Tom Bloor.
"Brilliant, friendly staff and lots of fun for kids and adults."
Facilities & Accessibility
We pride ourselves on being an accessible and welcoming building with several different facilities to make your visit as comfortable and as enjoyable as possible. We welcome breastfeeding throughout the building, baby changing facilities, disabled toilets and more.
We offer highchairs should you need one.
Our cafe, hub and gallery have space for wheelchair users and buggies. Please get in touch if you have any questions regarding accessibility or our facilities.
Bluecoat's family activities have received additional support from Stowe Family Law LLP