February half term is fast approaching and we sense you need a little help looking for activities to keep your little ones occupied. We have found a range of fun events from holiday camps to farmyard playgrounds that are sure to keep your children and even you entertained! So crack open your diaries and get ready to jot down these fun-filled activities to give your children a half term to remember.
Magical Holiday Camp @ Leicester High School or Fairfield Prep School, Loughborough (Monday 13th February to Friday 17th February)
If you want to give your child/children a head start for the next academic term then the Magical Holiday Camp at both Leicester High School and Fairfield Prep School in Loughborough is sure to keep your child/children occupied throughout February half term. The holiday camp covers subject areas: English, Science, Art & Design, Crafts and Drama. Children are given the opportunity to take part in fun games and have the chance to make new friends. The core times will be 9am through to 3pm. The holiday camps are already starting to fill up so don’t delay and book today over at: http://www.magicalholidaycamps.com
Gastro Space @ National Space Centre (Saturday 11th February to Saturday 18th February)
You and your children are given the opportunity to discover the world of space gastronomy. You and your children will learn what we eat and how the human body deals with eating, digesting and expelling waste in space! The centres mission commanders have come together this half term period to talk all things bogies, burps, trumps and bums. Your children are sure to be giggling over the weird but wonderful science of all the gross stuff our bodies do in space. The centre strongly recommends you book tickets in advance as the half term period is a busy one. Booking in advance will guarantee you entry to the centre to beat the queues. Bookings can be made over on: https://www.gammabookings.com/NSCBookings/
Zoo Club @ Twycross Zoo (Monday 13th February to Friday 17th February + Monday 20th Feb to Friday 24th Feb)
If your children are animal lovers then a trip to Twycross Zoo is a must! Their Zoo club is holding a range of activities during the week such as arts and crafts, making toys for their animals, giving health checks to some of their friendlier animals, and/or cryptic trails around the zoo! The club is suitable for those aged between 8 and 14. The cost would be £85 per person per week, or £20 per person per day. Children would need to arrive at Zoo Club by 9am and pick up is at 4.30pm. Keep your eyes peeled for more information to be announced on: https://twycrosszoo.org/event/zoo-club-february-half-term-2017/
Half term in the farmyard & adventure playground @ Chatsworth House (Saturday 11th Feb to Sunday 26th Feb)
Get your children into the great outdoors this Feb half term with a trip to Chatsworth House farmyard and adventure playground. This year children can join in on the Wild West themed activities with a fun filled trailer ride. Be daring enough to handle the spiders and snakes, take a shot in Tin Can Alley and end the day by letting off steam in the adventure playground. Children will also have the opportunity to say hello to the animals in the farmyard. Prices start at £6 per person. A family ticket will be available for £22 per family (2 adults and up to 3 children).
Princess Half Term @ Twinlakes (Saturday 11th Feb to Sunday 26th Feb)
Your little one is sure to love this princess day out. There will be princess activities available throughout each day and we ensure your children will be thoroughly entertained as they twirl their way around the park. If your child dresses as a princess they will receive a free ticket to Wheelgate Park in Farnsfield. A superhero theme will also be available be available for those that don’t want to be a princess for the day. The park is full of indoor and outdoor areas, rides, slides, and Animal Farm Activities. To save some money you can book tickets online over on: http://store.twinlakespark.co.uk/TL
Half Term Activities @ Conkers (Saturday 11th Feb to Sunday 26th Feb)
Conkers are putting on a jam packed half term this year with tonnes of shows, activities and crafts for you and your family to get stuck in to. Fairy themed craft activities will be available every day from 11am to 4pm. Different ranger activities will also be available each day from orienteering to pond dipping. How can I get any better we hear you cry? A range of shows will be put on throughout the weeks like circus workshops and an all new Punch and Judy show. With so many great activities it would be a shame to miss out so book online today over on: http://www.visitconkers.com/
Jump Giants @ Loughborough
Take your children to Jump Giants in Loughborough this half term for the ultimate trampolining experience. There are over 100 interconnecting trampolines for you and your kids to enjoy, including the famous angled wall trampolines, launching decks, Foam zone and Slam Dunk Basketball lanes, Junior Jump Zones, Ninja Courts, Battle Beams, Wipe Out and a Half Pipe. Jump Giants really is the place to be this half term. Don’t miss out and book your slot over on: http://www.jumpgiants.com/contact/loughborough
Tropical Birdland @ Desford
Take your children on a unique visitor attraction experience at Tropical Birdland in Desford. This beautiful tropical bird paradise gets you and your children involved in the magic. The attraction is home to over 250 birds over 6.5 acres of land. Get a glimpse of newly born chicks in The Chick Room or venture “off road” in The Woodland Walk. This is the perfect opportunity for you and your children to learn more about tropical wildlife whilst enjoying the great outdoors. Visit: http://www.tropicalbirdland.com/ for more information.
Gorse Hill City Farm @ Anstey Lane, Leicester
Enjoy the fun of the farm, rain or shine, with over 100 animals for you and your children to meet. The farm is equipped with play areas and a wildlife garden and pond. A large animal paddock is home to cows, ponies and donkeys but if you’re a fan of smaller animals there are rabbits, guinea pigs and so much more! Your little ones can even spend their pocket money at the farm gift shop and learn more about the animals through the audio information trail available on site.
Goldhill Adventure Playground @ Leicester (Sunday 12th February to Thursday 16th February)
Kids between the ages 5-19 can enjoy an inclusive play scheme where a range of indoor and outdoor activities will be available throughout the week. Hot and cold food will also be available with the play scheme running for 12 – 3pm every day. Your children have the opportunity to make friends and have fun whilst you can relax knowing they are being supervised at all times. For more information visit: http://www.goldhilladventureplayground.org/
Make sure to check the events websites for any more information to be released. We hope you and your children have an action packed half term!
