Wild Maths Free Family Fun Day

Saturday 27 September, 11am–3pm | Free | Drop-in (some activities can be pre-booked)

Step into a world where numbers, shapes, and patterns come alive! Join us at Hawick Museum for Wild Maths, a fun-filled celebration of the maths hidden in nature, and everyday life.

Drop in any time between 11am – 3pm to enjoy activities suitable for all ages, including clay play, animal den building and even becoming a human sundial! 

Join us in Wilton Lodge Park for our Forest Leader workshops with our friends from Instinctively Wild CIC and Wild Nature Adventures. These outdoor sessions are also free, but places are limited. You can prebook online or sign up on the day if spaces available.

Families can learn more about our new Wild Maths Explorer Backpacks, designed to help children explore Wilton Lodge Park and Hawick Museum in creative ways.

Children will take home an activity booklet and an Explorer Badge as a keepsake.

Whether you’re a puzzle solver, a nature lover, or simply curious, there’s something for everyone. Discover how maths is woven into the world around us – in a fun, friendly environment where learning feels like play.

The popular Pavilion Café will also be offering free family putting throughout the day – a fun bonus to enjoy as part of a fun day out in the museum and park.

Wild Maths – Instinctively Wild CIC

Bring the family and get stuck into some wild adventures with Borders based Instinctively Wild CIC!

In these 90-minute sessions, children and grown-ups can roll up their sleeves, work together, and explore the magic of nature through hands-on challenges.

Build Mini Shelters & Animal Houses
Can you create the perfect woodland hideaway? Use natural materials to design shelters or tiny homes for our forest friends. (For ages 7+)

Make Nettle String
Discover how amazing nettles really are by turning them into strong, useful string – a skill that’s been around for thousands of years! (For ages 7+)

A brilliant way for families to spend time together outdoors, learn new skills, and have fun in the fresh air!

Choose your session time:

11:00am – 12:30pm
1:30pm – 3:00pm

Pre-book online HERE

Wild Maths – Wild Nature Adventures

Ready for an hour packed with discovery, creativity, and outdoor fun? Join us to uncover amazing facts about nature while diving into hands-on activities the whole family will love!

From crafting beautiful nature art with seashells, to measuring and exploring with sticks, spotting cool patterns, and piecing together leafy jigsaw puzzles — there’s something to spark curiosity for all ages. Even grandparents will find new surprises to enjoy!

Don’t miss out on this wild maths and nature experience —bring the whole crew for an unforgettable adventure outside!

Choose your session time:

11:00am – 12:00pm
12:30pm – 13:30pm
14:00pm – 15:00pm

Pre-book online HERE

This event is part of Maths Week Scotland, a nationwide initiative to make maths exciting and accessible for all, delivered in partnership with National Museums Scotland and the Scottish Government.