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Diving into Mary Rose history
Youngsters have been learning what it's like to be an underwater archaeologist at Portsmouth's Mary Rose Museum.
The museum, at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, is inviting children to try 'Diving into History', with an interactive exhibition.
Sue Judge, museum services manager, said: 'It's part of the Festival of British Archaeology, and includes activities such as digging treasure from under sand, a "feely-box", with replicas of items found on the Mary Rose, such as coins, spoons and clay pipes, which youngsters have to feel then draw, and trowels and toothbrushes to dig up and clean off items like an archaeologist.
'It's been really popular.'
The exhibition, open until Thursday, is free to youngsters with a Young Archaeologist Club pass, and to anyone with a museum pass. It's open from 11am to 12pm, and 2pm to 4pm.
WHAT TO DO TOMORROW
BEST FREE EVENT: Puppet Magic show at Port Solent
Come and see a traditional puppet magic show. Port Solent's entertainer will start with balloon modelling and then entertain children with great old fashioned puppet magic. Runs from 11am to 4pm.
WORTH PAYING FOR: Weald and Downland Museum
Hands-on creative fun and activities as part of this Chichester museum's 'Wonderful Wednesdays' holiday activities for children.
Arts, crafts and farm animals are all on offer. It's 9 for adults and 4.80 for children, with children under 5 free. Open 11am to 4pm.
GO THE EXTRA MILE: Longdown Activity Farm
Feed the farmyard animals and enjoy any of five indoor and outdoor play areas to keep the children amused all day. There are also ride-on toys and a popular bumpy tractor and trailer ride.
Open 10.30 until 4pm, adults pay 7.25 and children 6.25.
OLD FAVOURITES: Explosion! Museum in Gosport
Telling the story of naval warfare from the days of gunpowder to modern missiles, the two hour tour of the museum includes a multi-media film show set in the original 18th century gunpowder vault, with the latest technology and interactive touch screens to bring the presentations to life. Open 10am until 5pm, adults pay 10 and children 5.
HAVE A WANDER: Southsea Seafront Walk
Anyone wanting to undertake a social stroll through Southsea's rose and rock gardens can join this group walk leaving from outside Canoe Lake Cafe at 10.30am. Children are welcome and the route is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs. Lead by volunteers from the council's health and development team.
BE ACTIVE: Pyramid Centre
The Pyramids Centre has opened its swimming pools to the public for the summer, so why not bring the family along for some aquatic fun with the water slides and even enjoy some tasty food from their cafe. Open 10am to 6pm, it's 5 for adults, 4 for children, and 15 for a family ticket.
BE CLEVER: SEARCH Museum
Drop-in family workshop day in this Gosport museum as part of the Festival of British Archaeology. Lots of activities to help you and the youngsters find out about underground animals, geology and archaeology. Open 10am to 4pm each day. Last entry 3pm, and costs 2.
MOVIE MAGIC: The Karate Kid
See Jackie Chan do what he does best in the new family-friendly revamp of the classic Karate Kid at Gunwharf's Vue Cinema, Odeon at Port Solent, Apollo in Fareham, and Chichester Gate in Chichester.
NOT GOING OUT
Burn off some energy with an indoor obstacle course.
Use easily movable furniture such as kitchen chairs and coffee tables to mark out a course.
LOOKING AHEAD: Portsmouth Harbour Helicopter Tour
Why not try booking a 10 minute flight your kids will never forget, taking in the sights of Portsmouth Harbour including Portchester Castle, The Spinnaker Tower and the magnificent harbour.
A full commentary from the captain will be provided throughout. Call 0800 328 0432. Price 45.
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