Half-term – it’s greeted with such excitement from the kids. But if you’re either a parent who’s run out of things to make with loo rolls, or a student lacking inspiration to wriggle out of the duvet, don't go anywhere because here’s the only list of half-term ideas and activities you need this February.
Bewick’s Boredom Busters
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| The Fableists |
For the
little ones who like to run free, wrap up warm and enjoy Cherryburn National
Trust cottage, Northumberland where there are free outdoor adventures each day,
including den-building and toasting marshmallows at the campfire – just remember
to bring the thermals.
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in
February half term (both weeks)
Knights and Princesses week
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| Waddesdon |
Youngsters
with vivid imaginations can make their own swords, crowns and tiaras in the
Coach House at the stables at Waddeson Manor, Buckinghamshire. Hunt the hidden shields on the trail around
the gardens.
Saturday 15th February to
Sunday 23rd February 2014
Teddy Zipwire
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| Dorset Echo |
Might need a
bit of convincing if they’re particularly fond of their cuddly toy friend, but
Corfe Castle, Dorset is looking for daring kids to attempt the Teddy Zipwire.
Teddy goggles and gear provided.
Everyday this February half term
Get messy in the kitchen
We recommend
making a scrumptious chocolate cake this half term! Fun-filled family
entertainment that will produce something yum for tea - just add a cheeky cuppa.
Cinema: See the Lego Movie or Peabody and Sherman
Two brand new animated movies are out this week.
Peabody and Sherman is about a boy, a dog and a time machine and features a
song by Peter Andre, something for everyone there. And if that doesn’t take the
families fancy, who doesn’t want to watch little plastic pieces come to life on
the big screen for the first time in the Lego movie!
Get them involved with Tower
Bridge’s Design a Bridge competition
To celebrate
its 120th birthday this year, Tower Bridge, has launched a national
competition for six to 14 year olds, offering them the opportunity to design a bridge.
From 7th February to 14th
March 2014, aspiring
young artists, designers and engineers are being invited to draw their very own
version Tower Bridge – and the overall winner will see their masterpiece
transformed into a ‘real-life’ 3D model for public display!
The London Children’s Book
Swap
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| South Bank Centre |
Take part in
a book swap in the capital. The London Children’s Book Swap takes place across
the city and encourages kids to bring in books they are ready to let go of and
swap them for a new library of stories.
Venues
taking part include the Museum of London, Discover Children’s Story Centre,
artsdepot, Polka Theatre, V&A Museum of Childhood and William Morris
Gallery.
Matilda: The Musical
With an
inspiring cast, catchy songs by the amazing Tim Minchin and a set to light up
imaginations. You’ll all be signing the tunes as you head home – guaranteed.
Just watch
out they don’t try and superglue your hat when they get home.
The Chuckle Bean pantomime
at Cadbury’s World
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| Cadbury World |
A new
pantomime starring Professor Chuckle, who is battling to save his chocolate lab
is being hosted at Cadbury’s World this half-term week.
And just
think of all the free chocolate you can grab on the way out.
Take them to stage school at
the Royal Shakespeare Company
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| Royal Shakespeare Company |
Set your
creativity free on stage at The Royal Shakespeare Company in
Stratford-upon-Avon where there are a range of workshops taking place,
including teaching them how to perform the Taming on the Shrew in a day, a new
look at Wendy and Peter Pan and pirate sword stage fighting.
Can we join in?
Take them on a treasure hunt
Gressenhall
Farm & Workhouse museum in Norfolk is putting on the Mystery of the Missing
Brooch across half-term – can they solve the clues and codes around the strange
disappearance of Lady Hermione’s precious jewel? This is something that is guaranteed
to get their brain ticking!
Available daily until 21st
February
When play time is over and the kids are in bed; why not snuggle up on the sofa, eat another cheeky slice of chocolate cake and head over to www.discountinsurance.co.uk to see how much you can save on your insurance!
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