File photo dated 13/5/2009 of a general view of York Minster, which is to receive almost £10 million for conservation work as part of £15 million funding for four major heritage schemes announced today. The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) said grants w
YOUNGSTERS will have the chance to build a cardboard den inside York Minster this half-term.
They will also be able to use video game Minecraft to create a 3D virtual model of the cathedral and display it on a big screen, or build the cathedral out of Lego bricks.
Alex O’Donnell, learning officer at York Minster, said of Minecraft: “We thought it would be a great way to get youngsters thinking about the cathedral’s architecture and to give them the chance to try their hand at being a Master Mason.
“Along with the Lego and den making activities, we’re looking forward to seeing what our mini-Master Masons create!”
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