What is Contemporary Art? A Children’s Guide

Jacky and Suzy Klein invite children and adults alike to question, explore and understand some of the most dynamic and exciting art of our times.

Duration 60 mins.

8+ years

Andrew Hammond

Another Case For CRYPT

The elite teenage agents who use their extra-sensory perception and high-tech gadgets to investigate unsolvable crimes are back in Traitor’s Revenge.

Duration 45 mins.

10+ years

Jo Hodgkinson

My Friend Nigel

Billy’s best friend is a snail called Nigel, which has hilarious repercussions. From the award-winning creator of The Talent Show.

Duration 45 mins.

4+ years

Kitchen Academy Workshop 2

Join us in making Mini Spanish Omelettes, Welsh Sushi, Giant Chocolate Waffles, Sicilian Chicken and No Bake Cheesecakes. The menu will be rotated between sessions on a daily basis.

9–12 years – children must be accompanied

Maths for Mums & Dads

In this entertaining and interactive talk, bestselling maths author Rob Eastaway demonstrates the fun side of maths for mums, dads and kids, with mind-reading tricks, curiosities and games that you can explore at home.

Duration 45 mins.

7+ years

Belle & Boo

Join in story-time and craft activities with Belle & Boo, the bob-haired little girl and her adorable bunny friend.

Duration 45 mins.

4+ years

See also event HF27

Tiffany Murray

Creative Reading 1: Of Mice And Men

The 2012 Hay Festival International Fellow and creative writing lecturer leads this workshop looking at John Steinbeck’s novel, often set for GCSE English.

 14+ years

Ali Sparkes

Unleashed

Action fans will enjoy this in-depth session about the pulse-pounding series starring teengers with special powers.

Duration 45 mins.

9+ years

Clara Vulliamy

Martha and the Bunny Brothers

Join our festival illustrator for story-time and craft fun with Martha, who always looks on the bright side of life.

Duration 45 mins.

4+ years

See also event HF17

Kitchen Academy Workshop 3

Join us in making Mini Spanish Omelettes, Welsh Sushi, Giant Chocolate Waffles, Sicilian Chicken and No Bake Cheesecakes. The menu will be rotated between sessions on a daily basis.

5–8 years – children must be accompanied

Ordnance Survey Workshop 1

An introduction to the map layout, symbols and scales on paper and digital devices; the Ordnance Survey grid system, including being able to take four figure and six figure grid references; how to use a compass effectively and how to take compass bearings.

Suitable for all ages 7+ years

Atinuke

Traditional African Tales

Atinuke, author of the Anna Hibiscus and No 1 Car Spotter books is also a Nigerian storyteller. Don’t miss the chance to share her stories.

Duration 45 mins.


Entry to this event is free but you must reserve a ticket.

7+ years

Belle & Boo

Join in story-time and craft activities with Belle & Boo, the bob-haired little girl and her adorable bunny friend.

Duration 45 mins.

4+ years

See also event HF23

Kitchen Academy Workshop 4

Join us in making Mini Spanish Omelettes, Welsh Sushi, Giant Chocolate Waffles, Sicilian Chicken and No Bake Cheesecakes. The menu will be rotated between sessions on a daily basis.

9–12 years – children must be accompanied

Ordnance Survey Workshop 2

An introduction to the map layout, symbols and scales on paper and digital devices; the Ordnance Survey grid system, including being able to take four figure and six figure grid references; how to use a compass effectively and how to take compass bearings.

Suitable for all ages 7+ years

Marcus Moore & Sara-Jane Arbury

Oxford Word Wizards

Get the gift of the gab and add vim to your vocab with these lively linguists. A must for budding writers!

Duration 60 mins.

7+ years

Kitchen Academy Workshop 5

Join us in making Mini Spanish Omelettes, Welsh Sushi, Giant Chocolate Waffles, Sicilian Chicken and No Bake Cheesecakes. The menu will be rotated between sessions on a daily basis.

13–16 years

Llwynberried Farm

John and Helen Price open the gates to their farm, which specialises in producing top quality beef from their single suckler herd. The farm produces all its own fodder and feed crops and supplies both local and national retailers. Crops include wheat, barley, oilseed rape and forage maize.

A short walk to see the herd grazing will take place if the weather permits. Beef from the farm will be served in bread rolls at the end of the visit.


9am–1pm

Pop Vocal Coaching

Carrie and David Grant have coached everyone from Take That to Charlotte Church. They will teach you to sing like a star

Duration 45 mins.

7+ years

Pop Vocal Coaching

Carrie and David Grant have coached everyone from Take That to Charlotte Church. They will teach you to sing like a star

Duration 45 mins.

7+ years