Do you have a young Witch or Wizard? Brightworth’s are opening their doors in February half term to welcome a the Class of 2026 into their School of Magic.

Every day from the 16 – 22 February, Hedingham Castle will be host to budding Wizards & Witches who wish to enrol at Brightworth’s School of Magic. The magical doors will open twice each day, in the morning at 10.30am to 1pm and in the afternoon at 1.30pm to 4pm.

You will meet the Brightworth teachers to learn and take part in their specialist subjects; from Magic Wands to Potions and Enchanted Animals to Mystical Spells.

The entire event happens inside our Magical Castle Academy, so no need to worry about the weather. Costumes are allowed, sorcery themed outfits encouraged!

Brightworth’s Magic School is aimed at ages 3 to 10 but older kids and parents may just learn a spell or two too!

What’s included:
🏰 2+ hour Magic School Session
🪄 A Magic Wand for every child to decorate and take home
🐍 Entry to the Enchanted Animals Enclosure: Small Mammals, Reptiles and some unusual creatures, many of which can be handled
⚗️ Potion and Magic Classes: interactive classes with our teachers, learning about spells, potions and magic
📖 2026 Diary and School Certificate: Get your diary book stamped by each teacher and earn your Magic School Certificate.

🎁 For the perfect Christmas gift - add a personalised Acceptance Letter to your order complete with Brightworths wax seal and see their face light up on Christmas morning!

A note from the Headteacher: Our enchanted quills are having a small hiccup and so Acceptance Letters will be ready to add as soon as possible. Don’t worry - if you place an order now, your letter can still be added afterwards - we will be in touch as soon as they are ready.