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Codebreaking and Morse Code with Micro:bits Workshop
Type:Children's Activity Event
Sheffield Road
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S41 7LL
About
Discover the fascinating history of codebreaking during wartime and learn how to send and receive secret messages using Morse code! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use Micro:bits to recreate the excitement of cryptic communication, bridging the past and present through coding.
Program your Micro:bit to encode and decode Morse code messages, just like the codebreakers of WWII who played a vital role in shaping history. Along the way, you’ll explore the basics of programming and electronics in a fun and engaging environment.
No prior experience is needed – just bring your curiosity and get ready to channel your inner codebreaker!
Places are free and are available on a drop in basis between 12noon and 2.30pm.
This workshop will be delivered by Chesterfield Museum in partnership with Kakou.
Whilst there, don't forget to have a look at our Extraordinary Women Exhibition which tells the amazing stories of local women, presented in partnership with Derbyshire LGBT+, West Studios and Chesterfield College.
Guide Prices
Free entry
Opening Times
| Season (15 Mar 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 12:00 | - 14:30 |
Map & Directions
Road Directions
West Studios has a limited number of parking spaces and there are many Chesterfield town centre car parks nearby. The directions below are to the nearest town centre car park.
From North/South Leave M1 at junction 29 and follow A617 to Chesterfield (approx 4 miles). At roundabout select middle lane and take 3rd exit. At next roundabout select right hand lane and take 2nd exit (Lordsmill Street). Keep to right hand lane and go straight on through traffic lights and round back of 'Crooked Spire' Church. Select right hand lane and go straight on at 1st and 2nd set of traffic lights, approaching large roundabout with car park in middle. Keep to right hand lane and turn right into car park (Holywell Cross). West Studios is a 5-10 minute walk from the car park along Sheffield Road (B6057).
From East Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway, then follow route from North/South.
From West Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Matalan) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep to left lane and, at traffic lights, go straight on. At next roundabout select left lane and take 1st exit (Lordsmill Street). Select right hand lane, then follow route from North/South.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train station Chesterfield, ½ mile away
Any bus to Chesterfield town centre
