Digital and Online Learning Resources

Find free activities for your classroom and museum.

Creative videos, PDF resources and more. Learn how to knit, print, write for wellness and make an elephant!

3D tour of The Whitaker

Fancy a look round before you visit?
Check out our 3D tour of the whole of The Whitaker.

Elephants at The Whitaker

Have you met Nellie yet? Nellie is our South Asian baby elephant who is on display in our Natural History gallery. In this video you can have a go at making your own paper elephants. Grab your art materials and join local artist Alison Cooper as she leads you on a creative journey. Have fun and don’t forget to send us your photographs.

Aimed at Key stage 1 & 2

Professor Jigget’s Fantastical Field Guide and Activity Pack

Do the trial, download the activity pack – find out about the magical place that is Whitaker Park and the hidden folk who live there!

Aimed at Early Years, Key Stage 1 & 2

Ever fancied learning to Knit?

Join local legend Janet as she guides you through what you need and how to start.

Aimed at Key stage 2 onwards

Printing with Alan Birch

Local artist Alan Birch demonstrates how you can print by reusing some of your old plastic! You can also book a workshop with Alan – check out our Work with an Artist section of the website.

Aimed at Key Stage 2 onwards

Writing for Wellness

Join Candi Martin for a creative session of journaling. All you need is paper, pad and a pen and about 60 minutes of your time.

Aimed at Key Stage 3 onwards

A bit of calm for you day

Need a time out? Listen to local birdlife and take a virtual walk around Whitaker Park. Beautiful photographs and birdsong will make you feel like you are there…

Suitable for all ages