What's on February half-term

As half-term approaches, it's the perfect time to start planning some family adventures. From museums and floral displays to getting up close with furry friends, we've compiled a list of family-friendly activities and events to attend this February half-term along our route.

Kew Orchid Festival

Escape the British weather with this exotic exhibition at Kew Gardens. Bringing together beautiful flower and animal displays, the Kew Orchid Festival celebrates the biodiversity of Peru. You will also get to explore the work that Kew Gardens has been carrying out in Peru, restoring forests, fighting climate change, and increasing access to medicinal plants.

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Visit the Horniman Museum

This free museum and gardens This free museum and gardens are perfect for a family day out. Whether you want to stroll through their spectacular gardens or Nature Trail, meet the furry residents at the Animal Walk or explore their collections, the Horniman Museum has something for everyone.

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Lunar New Year Family Day at Museum of the Home

Head over to the Museum of the Home on Tuesday 18th February to welcome the year of the snake. This free activity celebrates creativity and connection through storytelling, crafts, and sensory activities – perfect for those wanting to learn more about Lunar New Year traditions!

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The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

This children’s classic is coming to Newcastle in February. This West End smash-hit production is also the perfect opportunity to visit the Theatre Royal – a Grade I listed building in the historical city centre of Newcastle. 

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Half-term fun at the Life Science Centre

Love science? This award-winning attraction offers a range of activities, exhibitions, and events. Tour the night skies, make your own mechanical cardboard creation, enjoy a live science show, or explore the immersive infinity room this half-term.

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Visit the Ouseburn Farm

This free urban farm is a great spot for animal lovers. Open for walk-ups, Ouseburn Farm is home to a various animals that you can pet and feed, including cows, sheep, pigs, chickens, reptiles, ducks, and more!

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Penguin Love Peebles at Edinburgh Zoo

If you haven’t visited the Edinburgh Zoo yet, now’s your chance! From Saturday 8th February to Sunday 16th February, the zoo will host a crafts activity at the Lemur Lodge, where your young ones will be able to paint a pebble for the penguin nests this breeding season. If your pebble is chosen by one of their penguins, you’ll also be in for a chance of naming a chick!

Find out more here.

Camera Obscura

This famous Edinburgh attraction guarantees fun for the whole family. Located right at the top of the Royal Mile, Camera Obscura expands over 5 floors with over 100 interactive exhibits, including illusions, 3D cityscapes, a Mirror Maze, and some of the best views of the city!

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Edinburgh Treasure Trail

Explore the city in a new light through this treasure hunt-themed walking tour. This trail will take you through Edinburgh’s iconic sights and give you interesting insights into some of the city’s most famous figures. Are you in for the challenge? 

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