Make a basic triangular lantern, which can then be adapted and decorated with coloured tissue paper to suit the Natural World theme for the Christmas lantern parade. Suitable for age 8+ years. Sessions run 10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30-3:30pm.
Tag: Half term
Vintage children’s animation shows at Museum of Bath at Work
An opportunity to see the children’s tv animations your parents and grandparents watched when they were little and a trip down ‘memory lane’ for the adults! Episodes of Trumpton, Noggin the Nog, The Clangers, Bagpuss, and Ivor the Engine will be screened. Suitable for ages 5-11 years.
Residential Riding Camp at Stonar School
Three days of riding, stable management and equestrian activities designed to give the opportunity to develop riding skills, build confidence and enjoy time with horses in a friendly, fun and supportive environment. Camps run 24-26 October and 28-30 October; suitable for ages 8-16 years and includes lunch and use of a Stonar pony.
Revolting Roman Remedies at Roman Baths
Step into the sandals of a Roman doctor-in-training and meet patients with mysterious ailments. Track down the cures they need, uncovering the fascinating beliefs behind Roman healthcare along the way. You can also meet a Roman doctor (24 October-1 November) and discover how people were treated nearly 2,000 years ago, learning about the herbs, honey...
Storytime with Gruffalo Granny at Westonbirt Arboretum
With storytelling sessions, family activities and special appearances from the Gruffalo. Copies of Gruffalo Granny will also be available to purchase. No need to book; first come, first-served basis.
Musical Theatre Medley Workshop at Prior Park Colllege
Musical theatre workshop of a medley of shows including Wicked, Greatest Showman, Addams Family and more with a full performance (3-3:30pm). Suitable for ages 6-16 years; early drop off including drama games, arts and crafts and sibling discount available.
Haunted Hawks at Bird of Prey Project
Celebrate Halloween in and amongst real hawks and owls starting with a sunset flying display over the pumpkin-scattered meadow, then visit the birds and take part in creepy crawly activities and games and learn about wildlife, conservation and the importance of the bugs, beetles and creepy-crawlies for nature everywhere.
Animals of Japan at The Holburne
Design your own animal print inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, working in collage and collagraph. With a gentle, sensory-friendly creative session for families (1-3pm).
Mr Burt’s Circus Skills Workshop
Two hours of circus fun, including a 30 minute live show and a 1.5 hour workshop to learn exciting circus skills. Booking required.
May Half Term Crafts at Trowbridge Museum
26 May: Craft in the Shires; 27 May: Butterfly; 29 May: Spaceship Sessions run at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm with additional early session at 9:45am on 27 May. Suitable for ages 5+ years.
Half-term Craft at Bath Abbey
Join Paula Ogun Hector to celebrate the power of Carnival to bring people together through dance and music by decorating a large canvas with fabric and card. The completed Carnival Collage will be on display 22–23 June alongside a new textile artwork by Paula to celebrate the contribution made by the Windrush generation.
May Half Term at Lacock Abbey
Find art boxes in the orchard with everything you need to create a masterpiece, visit the Bothy to make a butterfly mask, and pick up a spotter sheet and wild-art sheet to discover and create on a walk around the gardens and woodland.
May Play Days at Stourhead
With crafts, hobby horses, games, ride -on tractors, puppet theatre, books under the story tree, as well as Spring scavenger hunt to see what you can find as you wander around the garden.
Pokemon TCG Mega Trail at Dyrham Park
Get active outdoors on a Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the parkland for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers and complete your own challenges. Trail sheets available to collect on the day.
Half Term at Avebury
Lots of outdoor activities including a new, interactive Busy Bees trail suitable for all ages, teepees, deck chairs, an obstacle course and children’s games in the Church Garden. A sensory map for children is available, perfect for neurodivergent visitors or younger families to discover the best places to listen to the wind, smell the herbs,...
Half Term at Fairfield Farm
With goat and alpaca walks, face painting, bouncy castle, trail, craft stalls and more.
Family Sewing Workshop at The Pound
A fun and creative workshop suitable for all abilities to create your own unique bookmark using big needles and cross-stitch fabric. This is an easy introduction to sewing with plenty of scope for creativity in your design. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout.
Giant Dinosaur Heads at The Pound
Use one of the templates or create your own to make a giant dinosaur head to paint and glue together. Please wear old clothes as it may get messy. All welcome; under 7’s must be accompanied by an adult.
May Half Term Camps with Team Bath
Activity camps for talented, developing, aspiring and novice performers in a fun and progressive environment, allowing the opportunity to learn new skills, a Multi-sports camps contain activities such as athletics, badminton, football, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball and hockey. as well as a variety of multi-skills games. Suitable for Reception to Year 8. 26 & 28 May:...
May Half Term at The Tank Museum
Explore the museum with a dedicated trail, discover the role forests played in tank warfare, and enjoy a range of hands-on craft activities inspired by the natural world. There will also be vehicle rides, live displays, 300 tanks, children’s activities, an opportunity to meet Stick Man (24 May) and join Sophie’s Ceramics for a pottery...
Sparks half term camp at Prior Park College
Learn about filmmaking, develop skills in directing, camera and photography, acting for screen, editing, production design and more whilst making your own productions. Suitable for ages 7-14 years.