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1pm on Thursday 12th September 2024

Treat yourself to an elegant Afternoon Tea in our cafe or beautiful garden, weather dependant. Enjoy delicate finger sandwiches, a scone with jam, clotted cream and a selection of sweet treats along with a varied selection of teas and coffees to choose from when you arrive and a refill after your keeper talk.

Please choose from our classic or vegertarian option:

Classic - Salmon & Cream Cheese and Ham & Mustard

Vegetarian - Cream Cheese & Cucumber and Cheese & Pickle

Admission to the Museum for the day is included in the Afternoon Tea. 

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Thursday 12th September Join Arwen Wood, Finds Liason Officer for Buckinghamshire for Portable Antiquities Scheme.  The Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) is a national scheme run through the British Museum, and the Buckinghamshire post is based at Discover Bucks Museum. The scheme records individual objects found by members of the public, and has included some of the objects in our galleries, including the Lenborough Hoard. The talk will look at how the Scheme works, give a brief overview of treasure process and focus on some highlights of the exciting finds that have been found, and that represent the people of our past.  We’ll also look at what to do when you find the pot of gold, and handle some archaeological finds.

The talk will last approx. 30 minutes and there will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions after as you relax with your cream tea!

Grab your friends and come and test your Retro Film and Television knowledge in our quiz covering all genres including children’s TV, Theme tunes, TV and movies from the 60,70,80,90’s.

Doors open at 7pm for access to our exhibition ‘May the Toy’s be with You‘ which we encourage you to view as there will be a special Star Wars round linking directly to this fabulous exhibition!

Our quiz will begin at 7:30pm with our bar available from 7pm to purchase alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks all evening.

There will be a prize for the winning team!

And during the interval enjoy a touch of magic!!!

£5.00 per person, children welcome when accompanied with an adult.

Booking essential!

Please email jmealor@discoverbucksmuseum if booking seperatley but wish to be put in the same team so we can seat together.

Friday 4 October, 7pm

Step into a world where reality bends and dreams come alive with "Dreams and Deceptions," a unique magic show that delves into the fascinating life of a magician. Without relying on grand stage illusions, that will leave you questioning what’s real. Join us for an unforgettable evening that reveals the heart and soul behind the magic. Don't miss your chance to witness the magic of human creativity and deception up close – get your tickets now!  (Suitable for ages 10+)

This act is performed by a well-trained magician please do not try anything at home.

Doors open at 6:30pm with our bar available to purchase alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks all evening. Show starts 7:00pm, 30-minute interval, Show finishes 9:30pm.