Throughout the season
We have demonstrations of heritage crafts, self-led family activities, seasonal trails, guided tours and exhibitions. There may be living history groups training on site, or costumed interpreters in our buildings when you visit.
Premium Events
Where you’ll find our biggest and best events. With historical re-enactments, environmental awareness, traditional crafts, vintage cars and family fun all part of the calendar.
Terrific Tuesdays
Our special family activity days during Bucks School Holidays with crafts, storytelling and clay-makes to take home.
Discover our annual line-up of special events and activities that breathe life into history at our picturesque 45-acre site in rural Buckinghamshire.
Events at a glance
Filming Locations Guided Tour
Discover the films and TV series which featured our historic buildings.
Traditional Leatherwork Demonstrations
Watch multi-skilled heritage master craftsman, Alan Paulus, in action as he demonstrates traditional leatherwork.
Children can have a go at leather stamping as Alan helps them make a simple Mother’s Day gift.
Chair Making Demonstrations
Watch local craftsperson, Tim Harris, carrying out traditional chair making in our Bodger’s Area.
Flint Knapping Demonstrations
Come and see expert, Jonny Cope, carrying out flint knapping on site and find out what tools and tasks this would have helped with.
Spinning Demonstrations
Come and see traditional spinning demonstrations. Chat to our practitioner about the process and the materials used.
Terrific Tuesday - Easter
Join us on 8 April for a fun-filled Easter event! Get ready to unleash your creativity and make some Easter-themed crafts.
Spinning Demonstrations
Come and see traditional spinning demonstrations. Chat to our practitioner about the process and the materials used.
English Civil War Weekend
Return to the 17th Century with Sir Marmaduke Rawdon's Regiment of Foote as it prepares to march and join King Charles' Royalist army at Oxford.
Terrific Tuesday - Easter
Join us on 15 April for a fun-filled Easter event! Get ready to unleash your creativity and make some Easter-themed crafts.
Easter Holidays Family Fun: Good Friday
Making Good Friday extra fantastic! Join us for Easter themed family activities, crafts, storytelling and book your slot in our family photo studio.
Medieval Festival
This Easter we’ll be taking you back to the 14th Century when the Plantagenet Medieval Society return to the Museum for three days of action, excitement and pageantry.
Blacksmith Demonstrations
See and hear our blacksmith in action working our traditional Victorian forge.
Traditional Wheelwright Demonstrations
Watch multi-skilled heritage master craftsman, Alan Paulus, in action as he demonstrates traditional wheelwrighting. Alan has previously visited the museum to show us his ropework and leatherwork skills and holds the distinction of being possibly the last traditional bucket-maker in the UK.
Spinning Demonstrations
Come and see traditional spinning demonstrations. Chat to our practitioner about the process and the materials used.
May Day Merriment
Be transported back in time to the Elizabethan era, and have an insight into the lives and festivities of that period. There will be music and dancing and a display of firepower. Soldiers will lead new recruits (the audience!) in a military drill, and there will be a display of fine swordsmanship. In between, you can explore the encampment and see what is being eaten, drunk, made and mended.
Flint Knapping Demonstrations
Come and see expert, Jonny Cope, carrying out flint knapping on site and find out what tools and tasks this would have helped with.
Blacksmith Demonstrations
See and hear our blacksmith in action working our traditional Victorian forge.
Chair Making Demonstrations
Watch local craftsperson, Tim Harris, carrying out traditional chair making in our Bodger’s Area.
Roman Gladiators
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of ancient Rome as you cheer for your favorite gladiator and witness their incredible skills and bravery. Marvel at the strategies, strength, and agility displayed by these skilled warriors.
Terrific Tuesday - May Half Term
Join us on 27 May for a fun-filled half term event! Get ready to unleash your creativity with our clay-makes and crafts to take home.
Napoleonic Living History Weekend
Watch spectacular displays and thrill at the musket, cavalry, and artillery displays that will transport you to the heart of Napoleonic warfare. Feel the ground shake as cannons roar, horses charge, and muskets fire. Discover the untold stories of the men and women behind the armies – the unsung heroes who kept them fed, clothed, marching, and loved.
Spinning Demonstrations
Come and see traditional spinning demonstrations. Chat to our practitioner about the process and the materials used.
Spinning Demonstrations
Come and see traditional spinning demonstrations. Chat to our practitioner about the process and the materials used.
Traditional Rope Making Demonstrations
Watch multi-skilled heritage master craftsman, Alan Paulus, in action as he demonstrates traditional rope making. Alan has previously visited the museum to show us his wheelwright and leatherwork skills and holds the distinction of being possibly the last traditional bucket-maker in the UK.
Hemley Hillbillies Live at COAM
Join us this Father’s Day for some live acoustic music.
Blacksmith Demonstrations
See and hear our blacksmith in action working our traditional Victorian forge.
Medieval Jousting
Step into a world of knights in shining armor and witness displays of incredible skill and horsemanship. Be captivated by the bravery and agility of these armoured knights as they engage in thrilling jousting battles.
Traditional Bucket Making Demonstrations
Watch multi-skilled heritage master craftsman, Alan Paulus, in action as he demonstrates traditional bucket making. Alan holds the distinction of being possibly the last traditional bucket-maker in the UK has previously visited the museum to show us his ropework and leatherwork skills.
Bucks Music Trust Summer Festival
We’re very pleased to be hosting Bucks Music Trust’s Summer Festival at the Museum again. Around 600 young musicians, aged between 4-18 years ranging from beginners to advanced, will be performing on two stages in the open air, with groups, ensembles and choirs of all different types.
Carriage Driving Show
We will be hosting the the Bucks, Beds and Herts British Driving Show where you can see traditional and modern horse drawn carriages in arena parades.
Spinning Demonstrations
Come and see traditional spinning demonstrations. Chat to our practitioner about the process and the materials used.
Classic Vehicle Show
The Classic Vehicle Show is back and it promises to be a weekend filled with nostalgia and excitement. Whether you're a car enthusiast, a motorcycle lover, or simply appreciate the beauty of classic vehicles, this event is not to be missed.
Spinning Demonstrations
Come and see traditional spinning demonstrations. Chat to our practitioner about the process and the materials used.
Heritage Crafts Weekend
We are hosting a special weekend showcasing heritage craft demonstrations. Visitors will have the opportunity to step back in time and witness traditional crafts in action.
Terrific Tuesday - July
Join us on 29 July for a fun-filled summer holiday event! Get ready to unleash your creativity with our clay-makes and crafts to take home.
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Rogues and Highwaymen
Step into the world of 1716, where the reign of George I brings peace to England, but all is not as calm as it seems. The Old Pretender’s bid for the throne has failed, but danger lurks in every corner of the kingdom! Coffee houses in London buzz with tales of piracy on the high seas, while England’s roads are plagued by ruthless highwaymen, footpads, and smugglers. Amidst it all, the forces of Law and Order are struggling to keep control.
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Terrific Tuesday - 5 August
Join us on 5 August for a fun-filled summer holiday event! Get ready to unleash your creativity with our clay-makes and crafts to take home.
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Britain at War
Watch multiple re-enactment groups depicting different wartime periods throughout Britain's history. Visit the living history camps and watch a variety of displays from across the nation's history.
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Terrific Tuesday - 12 August
Join us on 12 August for a fun-filled summer holiday event! Get ready to unleash your creativity with our clay-makes and crafts to take home.
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Victorian Weekend
This is a unique opportunity to learn about the less savoury aspects of Victorian life in a fun, family-friendly environment with the ‘Ragged Victorians'!
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Terrific Tuesday - 19 August
Join us on 19 August for a fun-filled summer holiday event! Get ready to unleash your creativity with our clay-makes and crafts to take home.
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Blacksmith Demonstrations
See and hear our blacksmith in action working our traditional Victorian forge.
Viking Raid
Watch Viking re-enactments and battles. Get involved in games, music, storytelling and fun activities from the Viking Age. Then join us to watch as the raid unfolds and see who wins in the battle between the Vicious Vikings and the Christian forces of Wessex.
Terrific Tuesday - 26 August
Join us on 26 August for a fun-filled summer holiday event! Get ready to unleash your creativity with our clay-makes and crafts to take home.
The Longest Yarn
This summer, experience The Longest Yarn, a 60-metre-long knitted and crocheted artwork commemorating Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Spoon Carving Demonstrations
Local bushcraft expert, David Willis, will be carrying out spoon carving demonstrations on site.
Spoon Carving Demonstrations
Local bushcraft expert, David Willis, will be carrying out spoon carving demonstrations on site.
Flint Knapping Demonstrations
Come and see expert, Jonny Cope, carrying out flint knapping on site and find out what tools and tasks this would have helped with.
Amber Jewellery Demonstrations
Come and see how amber has been worked through time from the Palaeolithic through to the early medieval period.
Traditional Leatherwork Demonstrations
Watch multi-skilled heritage master craftsman, Alan Paulus, in action as he demonstrates traditional leatherwork. Alan holds the distinction of being possibly the last traditional bucket-maker in the UK has previously visited the museum to show us his ropework and wheelwright skills.
Chair Making Demonstrations
Watch local craftsperson, Tim Harris, carrying out traditional chair making in our Bodger’s Area.
Harvest
Discover the fascinating traditions of our farming history. Learn about apple pressing and traditional crafts.
Flint Knapping Demonstrations
Come and see expert, Jonny Cope, carrying out flint knapping on site and find out what tools and tasks this would have helped with.
Chair Making Demonstrations
Watch local craftsperson, Tim Harris, carrying out traditional chair making in our Bodger’s Area.
Wild About Wool
Join us for our special Wild About Wool knitting event and discover different types of textile crafts.
Campfire Heritage Stories
Join us round the campfire as local LGBTQ+ storytellers tell us their heritage stories.
Spoon Carving Demonstrations
Local bushcraft expert, David Willis, will be carrying out spoon carving demonstrations on site.
Spoon Carving Demonstrations
Local bushcraft expert, David Willis, will be carrying out spoon carving demonstrations on site.
Natural Dyeing and Weaving Demonstrations
Find out how our ancestors used to colour their clothes in our natural dyeing demonstrations.
Diwali Celebration
This October join us for a Diwali celebration with drumming workshops, dancing, storytelling, dressing up and crafts for the festival of light.
Natural Dyeing and Weaving Demonstrations
Find out how our ancestors used to colour their clothes in our natural dyeing demonstrations.
Terrible Tuesday - October Half Term
Join us on 28 October for a fun-filled autumn half term event! Discover the horrendous side of history with our family activities. Get ready to unleash your creativity with our clay-makes and crafts to take home.
Halloween Spectacular
COAM’s Halloween Spectacular is back on Friday 31 October from 5pm to 9pm. Come and join us for an evening of spooky fun. See our buildings dressed up spooctacularly, listen to spine tingling storytelling, watch out for the spooky horses, warm yourself up by the bonfire and toast some marshmallows, brave the scary walk but watch out for monsters! Enjoy the amazing fire-performance and take part in family activities.
Festive Weekend
See the Museum's buildings decorated for Christmas, listen to choirs, do a bit of shopping, have an audience with Father Christmas, take part in some festive crafts, have a Christmas family portrait taken in our photo studio and find out about the history of Christmas traditions with our living history re-enactors.
Chair Making Demonstrations
Watch local craftsperson, Tim Harris, carrying out traditional chair making in our Bodger’s Area.
Wands, Chuggies and Chairs - a Storytelling Event
What links Harry Potter, Highwaywomen and Sour Cherry Soup? Each reveals a curious facet of life, tradition and belief in the Chilterns. But what exactly, and how, you’ll have to come along and find out, when storyteller Saul Jaffe weaves some surprising, funny, and entertaining yarns.
Chair Making Demonstrations
Watch local craftsperson, Tim Harris, carrying out traditional chair making in our Bodger’s Area.
Spoon Carving Demonstrations
Local bushcraft expert, David Willis, will be carrying out spoon carving demonstrations on site.
Chair Making Demonstrations
Watch local craftsperson, Tim Harris, carrying out traditional chair making in our Bodger’s Area.
Festive Weekend
See the Museum's buildings decorated for Christmas, listen to choirs, do a bit of shopping, take part in some crafts, see the festive ponies and more.
Halloween Spectacular
COAM’s Halloween Spectacular is back on Friday 1 November from 5pm to 9pm. Come and join us for an evening of spooky fun. See our buildings dressed up spooctacularly, listen to spine tingling storytelling, watch out for the spooky horses, warm yourself up by the bonfire and toast some marshmallows, brave the scary walk but watch out for monsters! Enjoy the amazing fire-performance and take part in family activities.
Terrific Tuesday: Diwali
This October half-term our Terrific Tuesday activities will be Diwali themed with drumming workshops, dancing, storytelling, dressing up and crafts for the festival of light.
Campfire Heritage Stories
Join us round the campfire as local storytellers tell how they came to be in Buckinghamshire and how their communities have become firmly established in this beautiful county.
Wild About Wool
Join us for our special Wild About Wool knitting event and discover different types of textile crafts.
Harvest
Discover the fascinating traditions of our farming history. Learn about apple pressing and traditional crafts.
Natural Dyeing and Weaving Demonstrations
Find out how our ancestors used to colour their clothes in our natural dyeing demonstrations.
Terrific Tuesday - Local History and Famous People
Join us for local history and famous people themed family crafts and activities and hands on clay modelling.
Viking Raid
Watch Viking re-enactments and battles. Get involved in games, music, storytelling and fun activities from the Viking Age. Then join us to watch as the raid unfolds and see who wins in the battle between the Vicious Vikings and the Christian forces of Wessex.
Terrific Tuesday - Vikings
Join us for Viking themed family crafts and activities and hands on clay modelling.
Victorian Weekend
This is a unique opportunity to learn about the less savoury aspects of Victorian life in a fun, family-friendly environment with the ‘Ragged Victorians'!
Terrific Tuesday - Victorians
Join us for Victorians themed family crafts and activities and hands on clay modelling.
Britain At War
Watch multiple re-enactment groups depicting different wartime periods throughout Britain's history. Visit the living history camps and watch a variety of displays from across the nation's history.
Terrific Tuesday - Nature and Habitats
Join us for nature and habitat themed family crafts and activities and hands on clay modelling.
Clash of the Queens
Join us this August for a unique look into the lives of two cousins who became Regnant Queens … and rivals!
Discover the trials and tribulations of being a female ruler in 16th Century Britain and discover how their lives became inextricably linked.
Terrific Tuesday - July
Join us for themed family crafts and activities and hands on clay modelling.
Heritage Crafts Weekend
We are hosting a special weekend showcasing heritage craft demonstrations. Visitors will have the opportunity to step back in time and witness traditional crafts in action, including blacksmithing, flint knapping, bucket making and more.
Classic Vehicles Show
The Classic Vehicle Show is back and it promises to be a weekend filled with nostalgia and excitement. Whether you're a car enthusiast, a motorcycle lover, or simply appreciate the beauty of classic vehicles, this event is not to be missed.
Bucks Music Trust Summer Festival
We’re very pleased to be hosting Bucks Music Trust’s Summer Festival at the Museum again. Around 600 young musicians, aged between 4-18 years ranging from beginners to advanced, will be performing on two stages in the open air, with groups, ensembles and choirs of all different types.
An Evening of Opera
Our Evening of Opera is a love story built around your favourite opera classics all sung by the stars of tomorrow and played by a stunning string quintet. Follow four characters’ journeys through a kaleidoscope of arias, duets, and ensembles by Mozart, Rossini, Puccini, Verdi, Rodgers & Hammerstein and many many more.
Medieval Jousting
Step into a world of knights in shining armor and witness displays of incredible skill and horsemanship. Be captivated by the bravery and agility of these armoured knights as they engage in thrilling jousting battles.
Qigong Taster Session
This taster session will follow a typical Qigong class starting with a gentle head to toe warm up which will prepare the mind and body for learning the first few moves of Shibashi, and finishes with a pat down. This will give an excellent insight into the approach to learning and practicing the technique. Practiced regularly, the series of movements become a moving mediation.
Father’s Day at COAM
Join us this Father’s Day for some live acoustic music and MG car display.
Green Festival
Mark your calendars for a one-of-a-kind green event happening this June! Join us for a day filled with sustainable fun, as we come together to support the environment and make a positive impact.
Napoleonic Living History Weekend
Watch spectacular displays and thrill at the musket, cavalry, and artillery displays that will transport you to the heart of Napoleonic warfare. Feel the ground shake as cannons roar, horses charge, and muskets fire. Discover the untold stories of the men and women behind the armies – the unsung heroes who kept them fed, clothed, marching, and loved.
What Our Visitors Say
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Lots of spooky fun for all the family at the Halloween event. Loads to look at and activities to do.”
Halloween Spectacular
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“Brilliant shows and exhibits, such friendly and knowledgeable people.”
Gladiator Games
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The quality of the exhibits was superb… a superb gem of a place for all the family
Britain At War
Finding Us
You can find us just a short drive from Junction 17 on the M25.
Newland Park, Gorelands Lane
Chalfont St Peter, HP8 4AB