BUNSEN burners at the ready, as children can practice their mad science at Worcestershire County Museum at Hartlebury Castle. 

As part of their 'Summer Skool' event, children can visit the museum to learn how to be different characters through fun 'teacher' led sessions, hands-on craft activities and themed trails.

Every week is different and the theme of next week's activities is mad science.

The activities will take place between Tuesday (August 23) and Thursday (August 25), between 10.30am and 4pm. 

Activity days cost £2 per child after the normal admission fee, and children are encouraged to come in fancy dress.

Pippa Ashmore, museum events manager, said: "School holidays can seem endless and it can start getting really expensive keeping the kids entertained but a visit to the County Museum is affordable fun for the whole family.

"Throughout the summer each week has a different theme, so families can visit more than once and be assured of finding new activities to delight and inspire them as well as learning something new."

For more information, call 01299 250416 or visit museumsworcestershire.org.uk.