Tick Tock Marvels invites children, families, and curious minds of all ages on an interactive journey into the wild and wonderful world of automata. Explore jungles and deep seas where imagination meets movement, and where art comes alive through science and engineering.

From playful, whimsical creations to impressive feats of mechanics this is perfect for families looking for something different to do in the summer holidays with hands-on play, problem-solving, and shared moments of discovery.

The exhibition at Tullie features work by celebrated automata maker Keith Newstead (creator of the much-loved Flying Reiver), alongside pieces inspired by Gormenghast’s Castle from Mervyn Peake’s fantasy book series Titus Groan. It also includes a wealth of automata from Cabaret Mechanical Theatre’s extraordinary collection and archive, showcasing the history and evolution of this captivating craft in a way that is engaging for all ages.

The Marvellous Mechanical Museum is developed and toured by Cabaret Mechanical Theatre.

Pictured: Anubis in Montmartre ©Paul Spooner.