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Get creative this summer at Hollytrees Museum with a drop-in dinosaur craft activity. Running on selected Wednesdays, young visitors can design and build their own dinosaur using simple materials, then decorate it with colour and imagination. With everything provided, it's easy to join in and take home a prehistoric creation. Suitable for children aged 5+, this relaxed, hands-on activity is ideal for families looking for something fun during their visit. Included with museum admission and no booking required.

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Hollytrees Museum is located within Castle Park in Colchester city centre. Follow signs to Castle Park. Nearby parking is available at Priory Street and Britannia car parks.

Public Transport Directions

Colchester Town station is around a 10-minute walk. Colchester North station is approximately 20 minutes on foot or a short bus or taxi journey. Regular bus services stop nearby.

Dinosaur Craft

Type:Arts & Crafts Event

Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG
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Opening Times

Season (29 July 2026)
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Wednesday14:00 - 16:30
Season (5 Aug 2026)
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Wednesday14:00 - 16:30
Season (12 Aug 2026)
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Wednesday14:00 - 16:30
Season (19 Aug 2026)
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Wednesday14:00 - 16:30

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