Back at the EMC by popular demand! The UK's Premier Tribute to Global Phenomenon... 'Ms Rachel'!

Bringing 'Ms Rachels' character to life in a FUN, interactive LIVE on stage performance with lots of audience participation for the little ones! With over 5 Billion Views and over 8 million subscribers on Youtube, 'Ms Rachel' is the biggest viral sensation to hit our children's screens since 'Baby Shark!'

'Fun for Little Ones Live' encapsulates the bubbly personality, sweet singing voice and educational content; bringing to life a fun show for children. The production also includes Interactive Screen Content throughout featuring unique and on brand animation & scenery, plus Puppetry, Characters & Voices on screen with Monty & friends.

Get creative and craft your very own woodland to take home.

Trees, ferns, mud, mushrooms and leaf litter are just some of the things you'll find in a woodland. In the UK, woodlands are the perfect home for lots of animals. Take an up-close look at and handle our woodland animal specimens, then craft your own mini woodland home for them.

Suitable for ages 5+.

This activity isn't ticketed but school holidays are particularly busy times for us, so book a free Museum entry ticket in advance and you don't miss out.

This event is fully wheelchair accessible.

Make the most of the school holidays with Terrific Tuesdays, a series of fun, hands-on activity days for children and families at Chiltern Open Air Museum, with a different theme each week.
Join us on 26 May for a nature themed day.
Each Tuesday features a themed programme inspired by history, nature or traditional skills, with creative crafts, games and interactive activities designed especially for families. From time-travelling adventures to seasonal and heritage-inspired fun, no two Tuesdays are the same.
Set across the museum's historic buildings and open-air grounds, Terrific Tuesdays encourage learning through play in a relaxed outdoor setting. With plenty of space to explore and something new to discover each week, these sessions offer a brilliant family day out... Read more

Drop the kids off for a two-day journey of wild discovery! Our Adventure Camp is a child-only experience designed specifically for children aged 8 to 11. Led by our expert team, this immersive programme helps young adventurers build confidence, learn ancient skills, and make new friends.

For your convenience, children can be dropped off from 9:00 am, with the latest collection time of 5:00 pm, providing extra flexibility for working parents. The core activities run from 09:30am to 04:30pm. The event is £59 for two days. We do not offer single day bookings.

Step right into the world of magical creatures!


Join our lively children's craft session bursting with magic, creativity and fun. Located in our historic Monitorial Schoolroom at the British Schools Museum, children will enjoy creating a selection of playful fairy tale figures to take home.

Sessions run from 10am to 12pm on Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 May 2026, during the February half term holiday.

£8 per participating child.

Non-participating younger siblings and adults are free. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Younger siblings are very welcome to play with the toys provided in the Monitorial Schoolroom while their paying sibling crafts.

The Café at the... Read more

Step back in time on a fun, family-friendly discovery trail through the cathedral! Explore beautiful spaces and hidden corners as children take part in hands-on activities like dressing up, art and craft, storytelling, and mini challenges. Follow a Medieval Knights trail, learn what life was like centuries ago, and get trained by the award-winning Knight School - who will kit children out and teach them the skills of knighthood. Even small dogs are welcome to join the fun and dress up too! Perfect for families ready to learn, imagine, and adventure together.

This family fun event is free, and no booking is required. Donations are welcome.

Join the Culture Trust this May half term for an arts workshop like no other! Your children are invited to step outside and explore the landscape within Stockwood Discovery Centre, discovering plants, flowers, soil and animals in nature.

Through guided activity, they will take inspiration from the world outside and create paintings using eco-friendly paints made from natural materials, as well as make sculptures from materials found in the grounds.

This workshop is perfect for curious and creative minds, and is a hands-on look into creativity through sustainability, celebrating the colours and textures found in the nature all around us.

Drop in and take part in arts and crafts at the museum

£4 per child, DROP IN.

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust are delighted to be working in partnership with Jet Black Squares for an inspiring and hands-on introduction to smartphone nature photography with no fancy camera required!

Led by professional photographer Jeanette , this relaxed and friendly workshop will show you how to unlock the full creative potential of your smartphone. The rules of photography are the same whether you have a smartphone or a £20k camera - composition, exposure and passion. Whether you're a total beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, you'll learn how to take stunning photos of nature using techniques for your phone.

We'll begin by learning the basics, before heading out on a walk through the beautiful Stanborough Park. Along the way, you'll discover... Read more

Make a colourful polymer clay model inspired by the flowers, fruit and vegetables in our gardening exhibition A Growing City, and turn it into a bag charm, a key ring or decorative ornament.

NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 5

All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the session. Accompanying adults are also welcome to book a place to participate.

You will need to bake your model in the oven when you get home.

£8.50 per participant

Archaeology for Families

A fun family friendly introduction to archaeology! Learn how archaeologists record what they find in the ground by analysing genuine finds.

There will be two sessions during the morning at 10.30 and 11.30.

Suitable for children aged 7-12 accompanied by an adult.

Included with admission

Suitable for families, all children must be accompanied by an adult

Places are limited and will operate on a first-come basis. Please check at the front desk on arrival.

Meet a Roman priest in the main gallery and find out about some of the unusual ways priests tried to determine the will of the gods, including observing the weather, the flight of birds and the behaviour of animals.

Included with admission.

This May, Standalone Farm is bringing you closer than ever to the amazing creatures that usually stay hidden from view. Educational Encounters: Wildlife in May invites children and families to meet an exciting line‑up of lizards, mini‑beasts, and wonderfully weird creepy crawlies in a safe, friendly, and interactive setting hosted by our resident exotic animal specialist, Mark Amey.

What to Expect

Meet real animals, learn how they move, eat, and survive, and discover what makes each species so extraordinary.

Children can observe textures, colours, and behaviours while our resident expert, Mark Amey, shares fascinating facts and answer curious questions.

Perfect for young explorers who love nature, animals, and discovering the unexpected.... Read more

Step into the world of Sir Charlie Stinky Socks, where nothing is quite what it seems and a really big adventure is about to begin.

Sir Charlie is bold, brave and brilliantly clever. He loves daring quests filled with wily witches, terrible beasties and fire-breathing dragons. And yes, he has a cat called Envelope!

But who is this pint-sized hero and where did his story come from?

Find out in this fully interactive, inventive, and fast-paced family show that brings Sir Charlie's tale to life while revealing the story behind it. Celebrating the power of children's imagination and the importance of play, young audiences are invited to become storytellers themselves, helping a troupe of travelling players build a wild adventure. Together, they turn... Read more

Families visiting Bletchley Park during May half-term can join in with hands-on activities or join an interactive tour and share in the incredible story of the World War Two Codebreakers together.

There's a full day of fun for everyone, with immersive films, interactive displays, faithfully recreated WW2 rooms and beautifully restored buildings that bring the stories of the thousands of people who worked here to life.

And don't forget to pick up a Top Secret Mission Booklet for just £1 from the Shop or Admissions, packed with brainteasers and secret missions to tackle together around the site.

Family Activities
24, 25, 27 and 29 May
Get creative and get stuck in with our family activities: craft your own replica codebreaking hut,... Read more

It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!

From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer. Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!

Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.

23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).

Join us for a fun filled day out celebrating the start of the summer months!
Meet and feed the farm animals, enjoy small animal petting, say hello to Winnie the Pooh, and let the kids run wild on the bouncy castle, mini-tractor play, and activity areas. PLUS explore the 100 Aker Wood, woodland and reservoir walks, the Adventure Playground, then relax with food outlets or a picnic in our scenic grounds.

Bring the kids and their favourite teddy bear to meet a special cast of local wildlife along our new sculpture trail. Children will complete fun, simple activities and learn about each animal and the important role they play in keeping the Downs thriving.

The trail will take about 30-40 minutes and is based along our multi-user, accessible pathway which goes across our kite field and through a woodland area.

While you're here, enjoy some kite flying and our café in the visitor centre, which has a range of hot and cold drinks and delicious treats.

A top-secret message has gone missing at Wrest Park - and we need you to find it before it falls into the wrong hands!

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to follow the trail, track down the clues and crack the codes to uncover the secret message.

Keep your eyes peeled for the mysterious secret agent, who'll be roaming around the site. If you're lucky, they might just be able to help you complete your mission...

Included in price of admission. Book early and save 15%.

Get ready for May Animal Magic at Woodside this half term!

Meet adorable animals, enjoy hands-on fun, bubbles, and exciting animal encounters for all ages. Don't miss the Farmyard Friend Hunt - find the hidden animals and win a prize!

For one week only Willows will be welcoming a smoke-breathing dragon! Meet him daily in The Arena - but don't get too close!

We will also be joined by The Tower Princess who will have her very own show in The Indoor Theatre and will be holding Princess Parties throughout the day too.

They'll also be arts & crafts and dressing up opportunities.

Enjoy Bunny Grooming, Cow Milking Demonstrations and Sheep Races with our Livestock Team. Not forgetting the PETER RABBIT™ Adventure Playground, funfair rides, adventure play, The Jolly Junction, indoor soft play, puddle play park, adventur

This May half term, Whipsnade Zoo will become a lively creative space, inviting families, friends and curious minds of all ages to help build a huge collaborative artwork - aiming for the highest number of contributions to a paint-by-numbers - and a fabulously colourful way to join the celebrations throughout 2026 marking ZSL's 200th anniversary.

Inspired by wildlife and the beauty of nature, this is your opportunity to help break an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title!

Included with your standard admission, this experience is more than a day out with the family - it's a celebration of creativity, community and wildlife.

Hear the T-Rex's ferocious roar and brave an encounter with our Dilophosaurus'. Throw some shapes at the Dino Disco then take part in our games show challenge, The Time Warp Challenge. NEW FOR 2026: Head to Trembly Stadium to witness the historic battle between two giants - The Jurassic World Cup! See the superstar players in a colossal contest, join in with club anthems and shout for your favourite team as they DinoScore.

Plus, enjoy all the usual fun of the farm including outdoor and indoor adventure play, SkyTrail and rock climbing wall and, of course, meet all our adorable animals and take part in daily activities including Bottle Feeding Lambs.

All included in your Dino Week ticket. Just £17.95 per person. Pre-book to save 20%.

Round up the family and dust off your boots, as we bring the Wild West to life with a foot-stomping Hoedown this May Half-Term, with interactive live shows, sheep shearing, country games, cowboy crafts & more all included in your entry ticket.

Book online and save with admission from £19.95. Annual Members and under 1s go FREE!

This Half Term try something different! We have lots going on down on the farm.

With special event - The Amazing Bubble Man on Thursday 28th May - shows at 10.30am & 1.30pm

During the May Half Term holiday, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals! Available from 10am-4pm every day of the May half term holidays. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes. Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Discover the people, ideas and aircraft that changed the skies in a week of hands-on half-term fun at RAF Museum London. Heroes of the Air invites young explorers to build, test and fly as they uncover what it takes to become an aviation hero. Three ticketed activities run on selected dates across the week. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity and confidence through play.

Junior Jet Builders
23-27 May 2026
Future engineers can put their ideas to the test using LEGO bricks to design and build their own aircraft. Experiment with shapes, wings and balance to create a flying machine worthy of a hero of the air.
Sessions at 11.00am, 13.00pm and 14.30pm
Tickets are £5.00 per child. Booking required.

Remote Control... Read more

Make it a Mega May Half Term packed with BIG adventures for children and the best part? It's all included in your ticket.

From the moment you arrive, your family can dive into a full day of dancing, laughter, animals, rides and outdoor play, with something exciting around every corner.

Whether your kids are bouncing on the Giant Bouncy Pillow, showing off their moves at the Silent Disco, or joining in our hilarious Family Gameshows and Party Dances, there's non-stop entertainment designed to keep them smiling all day long.

Get ready for even more half-term excitement with our live tribute performances happening every day!

Inbetween all the farm fun, little pop fans will love singing and dancing along to our Harry Styles and Sabrina... Read more

Enter the wonderful world of Rob Biddulph!
Join us for a celebration of the artwork of Rob Biddulph, best-selling author/illustrator whose books include Blown Away, Odd Dog Out, Kevin, Show and Tell and the Peanut Jones series.

In the exhibition you can view a wide selection of Rob's amazing drawings, ranging from the post-it notes he put in his daughter's packed lunch box every day of her primary school career (over 2000 of them!) to the original illustrations from his Guinness World Record breaking #DrawWithRob online art classes.

Explore Rob's world and, with the help of Peanut Jones and her magical pencil that makes anything she draws come to life, see what you can create yourself with this engaging and interactive exhibition.

Looking for an indoor creative activity over half term? Why not book a table at Glaze Time's pottery painting session on Weds 27th May 1030am-1pm at the Inn on the Green, Leyton Road, Harpenden. Items range from £8-35 each and usually ready 14 days later. Tables are offered for 60-90 minutes depending on demand.

To book a table please email [email protected], call Michelle on 07958 324520 or visit www.glazetime.co.uk to see when all of our other sessions run.

We hope to meet you soon x

Glaze Time paint your own pottery for everyone, where the possibilities are endless.

Takeaway kits & gift vouchers are also available.

Looking for an indoor creative activity over half term? Why not book a table at Glaze Time's pottery painting session on Weds 27th May 1030am-1pm at the Inn on the Green, Leyton Road, Harpenden. Items range from £8-35 each and usually ready 14 days later. Tables are offered for 60-90 minutes depending on demand.

To book a table please email [email protected], call Michelle on 07958 324520 or visit www.glazetime.co.uk to see when all of our other sessions run.

We hope to meet you soon x

Glaze Time paint your own pottery for everyone, where the possibilities are endless.

Takeaway kits & gift vouchers are also available.

Come and visit the largest preserved Midland Railway signal box in the UK and one of the few preserved boxes that's open to the public and next to a busy main line railway.

Signalling demonstrations are run on the operating floor upstairs whenever asked for. Railway videos and a slideshow of the restoration are shown downstairs, with many signalling items on display, including single line 'tablet token' machines, and other railway-related exhibits.

In the garden visitors can operate working signals and a point; on display are old signs, lit oil lamps, a telegraph 'pole route' and a garden railway.

We suggest you allow at least 1 hour to view the garden and the signal box - no need to book - just come along. Light refreshments are available on open... Read more

Each school holiday we run Storyboats for younger children. This is a gentle 40 minute cruise down the River Gade to where it meets the Grand Union Canal, with wildlife spotting while listening to stories. The books we read a picture books, so the audience can spot the hidden elements and learn about new creatures. Suitable for ages 4 to 8 years, it is the ideal way to fill time between the more costly holiday outings. We feed the waterfowl we encounter and if we are very lucky we see the kingfisher.

We run special themed boats at Halloween and Christmas, with goody bags and an extra special passenger in a red suit at Christmas.

All children must be accompanied by an adult, all passengers must have a ticket. Tickets can be purchased from our website.

The team who brought you Hansel and Gretel, Sleeping Beauty, Jungle Law!, and Red Riding Hood invite you to join them for some May half term Fairytale fun.

Our professional theatre show is inspired by the story of The Three Billy Goats Gruff and is a 50-minute experience filled with laughter, music and lots of joining in for all the family to enjoy.

Little Billy Goat Gruff loves to play outside running around, climbing rocks and nibbling on dandelions and nettles and has seen a lovely pasture filled with delicious weeds and flowers across the bridge, yum, yum, yum!

But...there's a problem because under the bridge sits Teasel a scary green fingered Troll who looks after the pasture and lives in the nearby woods. Little Billy Goat Gruff sets off on... Read more

Experience Yoga in the calm tranquillity of St Albans Cathedral with this family Yoga Workshop. Suitable for children aged 5 plus (as well as their parents!), the session will start in the Lady Chapel before moving to the bright and airy Alban Room. So, bring along your yoga mats and enjoy the most relaxing 75 minutes of your holidays.

Cost | £7.50 per child. Adults are free but are warmly encouraged to join in with the activity. Yoga mats can be provided if needed.

For 5 - 11 years old and families. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Donations are welcome.

Join the club! Handpicked titles for the whole family to enjoy, screened at The Hat Factory Arts Centre.
Film: A Minecraft Movie

A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve.

Running Time: 1 hour 41 minutes, rated PG

Pre-Show Craft Activities
Family Film Club: A Minecraft Movie ticket holders are invited to arrive up to an hour before the screening to enjoy our Crafty Corner.

Get hands-on making your own Minecraft-inspired paper blocks and build your own mini world before the film begins. We'll also have colouring and activity... Read more

On 27th May 2026 the Gardens, Park, Adventure Playground and Dinosaur Trail will open early from 8:30am offering a calmer, quieter environment for families with children and adults on the autistic spectrum, as well as those with learning disabilities or sensory and communication disorders.

This early opening provides the opportunity to explore our attractions at a relaxed pace, without the usual crowds.

Take inspiration from our exhibition A Growing City and have a go at making seed bombs and a bug hotel to create colour and encourage biodiversity!

SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN AGED 5 -11

All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the session.

£6.50 per participant

There are few things as good for the soul as getting out into nature, especially at this time of year when the Downs is full of life and beauty.

This half term we'll be running a series of morning and afternoon guided walks, led by our team of rangers, staff and volunteers, with something for everyone to enjoy.

The walks provide an opportunity to immerse yourself in the local history and wildlife.

The exploration walk on the 27th is the most suitable for children, as it is shorter and specifically tailored for younger ages.

£3 per person.

Join us for an exciting outdoor Forest School session where families can connect with nature, get creative with woodland crafts and enjoy the magic of the great outdoors together. Children will have the chance to explore, build and play among the trees while discovering the wonders of the natural world. It's the perfect way to unplug, breathe fresh air and make lasting memories as a family, all while nurturing curiosity, confidence and a love for nature. Our sessions end with a camp fire and the opportunity to toast marshmallows whilst reflecting on all the fun we've had. Activities are aimed at toddlers to end of primary age.

£14 per child

Join us at The Farmyard this half term for a fun-filled Kids Disco! Enjoy music, dancing and entertainment for the little ones, while parents can relax with our bar open serving light bites and refreshments, including tea and coffee.

Don't miss out - hurry and book your tickets now!

£7 per child | £5 per Adult | Under 18 months Free

Join us for a fun-packed day of activities, exploration, and hands-on experiences to keep your little ones occupied this half-term!

Tickets: £12 Children | £5 Adults | Under 3s Free
Please note: this special event is not included in Annual Pass tickets, as it includes a range of hands-on activities with additional material and staffing costs.

🌟 What's On Offer?
Explore Our Exhibitions:

Main Exhibition - Fascinating stories and interactive displays on the making of gunpowder

Rocket Vault - Admire over 50 years of British Rocketry

1940s Display - Step back in time and see what life was like during the Second World War

🎟️ Hop Aboard Our Gunpowder Railway
Take a ride... Read more

Get creative and craft your very own woodland to take home.

Trees, ferns, mud, mushrooms and leaf litter are just some of the things you'll find in a woodland. In the UK, woodlands are the perfect home for lots of animals. Take an up-close look at and handle our woodland animal specimens, then craft your own mini woodland home for them.

Suitable for ages 5+.

This activity isn't ticketed but school holidays are particularly busy times for us, so book a free Museum entry ticket in advance and you don't miss out.

This event is fully wheelchair accessible.

Drop the kids off for a two-day journey of wild discovery! Our Adventure Camp is a child-only experience designed specifically for children aged 8 to 11. Led by our expert team, this immersive programme helps young adventurers build confidence, learn ancient skills, and make new friends.

For your convenience, children can be dropped off from 9:00 am, with the latest collection time of 5:00 pm, providing extra flexibility for working parents. The core activities run from 09:30am to 04:30pm. The event is £59 for two days. We do not offer single day bookings.

Step right into the world of magical creatures!


Join our lively children's craft session bursting with magic, creativity and fun. Located in our historic Monitorial Schoolroom at the British Schools Museum, children will enjoy creating a selection of playful fairy tale figures to take home.

Sessions run from 10am to 12pm on Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 May 2026, during the February half term holiday.

£8 per participating child.

Non-participating younger siblings and adults are free. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Younger siblings are very welcome to play with the toys provided in the Monitorial Schoolroom while their paying sibling crafts.

The Café at the... Read more

Archaeology for Families

A fun family friendly introduction to archaeology! Learn how archaeologists record what they find in the ground by analysing genuine finds.

There will be two sessions during the morning at 10.30 and 11.30.

Suitable for children aged 7-12 accompanied by an adult.

Included with admission

Suitable for families, all children must be accompanied by an adult

Places are limited and will operate on a first-come basis. Please check at the front desk on arrival.

This May, Standalone Farm is bringing you closer than ever to the amazing creatures that usually stay hidden from view. Educational Encounters: Wildlife in May invites children and families to meet an exciting line‑up of lizards, mini‑beasts, and wonderfully weird creepy crawlies in a safe, friendly, and interactive setting hosted by our resident exotic animal specialist, Mark Amey.

What to Expect

Meet real animals, learn how they move, eat, and survive, and discover what makes each species so extraordinary.

Children can observe textures, colours, and behaviours while our resident expert, Mark Amey, shares fascinating facts and answer curious questions.

Perfect for young explorers who love nature, animals, and discovering the unexpected.... Read more

Families visiting Bletchley Park during May half-term can join in with hands-on activities or join an interactive tour and share in the incredible story of the World War Two Codebreakers together.

There's a full day of fun for everyone, with immersive films, interactive displays, faithfully recreated WW2 rooms and beautifully restored buildings that bring the stories of the thousands of people who worked here to life.

And don't forget to pick up a Top Secret Mission Booklet for just £1 from the Shop or Admissions, packed with brainteasers and secret missions to tackle together around the site.

Family Activities
24, 25, 27 and 29 May
Get creative and get stuck in with our family activities: craft your own replica codebreaking hut,... Read more

It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!

From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer. Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!

Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.

23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).

Join us for a fun filled day out celebrating the start of the summer months!
Meet and feed the farm animals, enjoy small animal petting, say hello to Winnie the Pooh, and let the kids run wild on the bouncy castle, mini-tractor play, and activity areas. PLUS explore the 100 Aker Wood, woodland and reservoir walks, the Adventure Playground, then relax with food outlets or a picnic in our scenic grounds.

Bring the kids and their favourite teddy bear to meet a special cast of local wildlife along our new sculpture trail. Children will complete fun, simple activities and learn about each animal and the important role they play in keeping the Downs thriving.

The trail will take about 30-40 minutes and is based along our multi-user, accessible pathway which goes across our kite field and through a woodland area.

While you're here, enjoy some kite flying and our café in the visitor centre, which has a range of hot and cold drinks and delicious treats.

A top-secret message has gone missing at Wrest Park - and we need you to find it before it falls into the wrong hands!

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to follow the trail, track down the clues and crack the codes to uncover the secret message.

Keep your eyes peeled for the mysterious secret agent, who'll be roaming around the site. If you're lucky, they might just be able to help you complete your mission...

Included in price of admission. Book early and save 15%.

Get ready for May Animal Magic at Woodside this half term!

Meet adorable animals, enjoy hands-on fun, bubbles, and exciting animal encounters for all ages. Don't miss the Farmyard Friend Hunt - find the hidden animals and win a prize!

For one week only Willows will be welcoming a smoke-breathing dragon! Meet him daily in The Arena - but don't get too close!

We will also be joined by The Tower Princess who will have her very own show in The Indoor Theatre and will be holding Princess Parties throughout the day too.

They'll also be arts & crafts and dressing up opportunities.

Enjoy Bunny Grooming, Cow Milking Demonstrations and Sheep Races with our Livestock Team. Not forgetting the PETER RABBIT™ Adventure Playground, funfair rides, adventure play, The Jolly Junction, indoor soft play, puddle play park, adventur

This May half term, Whipsnade Zoo will become a lively creative space, inviting families, friends and curious minds of all ages to help build a huge collaborative artwork - aiming for the highest number of contributions to a paint-by-numbers - and a fabulously colourful way to join the celebrations throughout 2026 marking ZSL's 200th anniversary.

Inspired by wildlife and the beauty of nature, this is your opportunity to help break an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title!

Included with your standard admission, this experience is more than a day out with the family - it's a celebration of creativity, community and wildlife.

Hear the T-Rex's ferocious roar and brave an encounter with our Dilophosaurus'. Throw some shapes at the Dino Disco then take part in our games show challenge, The Time Warp Challenge. NEW FOR 2026: Head to Trembly Stadium to witness the historic battle between two giants - The Jurassic World Cup! See the superstar players in a colossal contest, join in with club anthems and shout for your favourite team as they DinoScore.

Plus, enjoy all the usual fun of the farm including outdoor and indoor adventure play, SkyTrail and rock climbing wall and, of course, meet all our adorable animals and take part in daily activities including Bottle Feeding Lambs.

All included in your Dino Week ticket. Just £17.95 per person. Pre-book to save 20%.

Round up the family and dust off your boots, as we bring the Wild West to life with a foot-stomping Hoedown this May Half-Term, with interactive live shows, sheep shearing, country games, cowboy crafts & more all included in your entry ticket.

Book online and save with admission from £19.95. Annual Members and under 1s go FREE!

This Half Term try something different! We have lots going on down on the farm.

With special event - The Amazing Bubble Man on Thursday 28th May - shows at 10.30am & 1.30pm

During the May Half Term holiday, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals! Available from 10am-4pm every day of the May half term holidays. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes. Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Discover the people, ideas and aircraft that changed the skies in a week of hands-on half-term fun at RAF Museum London. Heroes of the Air invites young explorers to build, test and fly as they uncover what it takes to become an aviation hero. Three ticketed activities run on selected dates across the week. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity and confidence through play.

Junior Jet Builders
23-27 May 2026
Future engineers can put their ideas to the test using LEGO bricks to design and build their own aircraft. Experiment with shapes, wings and balance to create a flying machine worthy of a hero of the air.
Sessions at 11.00am, 13.00pm and 14.30pm
Tickets are £5.00 per child. Booking required.

Remote Control... Read more

Make it a Mega May Half Term packed with BIG adventures for children and the best part? It's all included in your ticket.

From the moment you arrive, your family can dive into a full day of dancing, laughter, animals, rides and outdoor play, with something exciting around every corner.

Whether your kids are bouncing on the Giant Bouncy Pillow, showing off their moves at the Silent Disco, or joining in our hilarious Family Gameshows and Party Dances, there's non-stop entertainment designed to keep them smiling all day long.

Get ready for even more half-term excitement with our live tribute performances happening every day!

Inbetween all the farm fun, little pop fans will love singing and dancing along to our Harry Styles and Sabrina... Read more

Enter the wonderful world of Rob Biddulph!
Join us for a celebration of the artwork of Rob Biddulph, best-selling author/illustrator whose books include Blown Away, Odd Dog Out, Kevin, Show and Tell and the Peanut Jones series.

In the exhibition you can view a wide selection of Rob's amazing drawings, ranging from the post-it notes he put in his daughter's packed lunch box every day of her primary school career (over 2000 of them!) to the original illustrations from his Guinness World Record breaking #DrawWithRob online art classes.

Explore Rob's world and, with the help of Peanut Jones and her magical pencil that makes anything she draws come to life, see what you can create yourself with this engaging and interactive exhibition.

Join us at Harpenden Library for Page One; Minecraft edition! An hour of activities and crafts all inspired by Minecraft.

Thursday 28th May, 2pm-3pm. Suitable for children aged 7-11.

£4.40 per child. Book now at the enquiry desk to secure your place!

Games & Glue is an activities morning for primary school aged children with an additional play area for preschoolers. Up to six tables of craft activities in the church. Badminton and table tennis available in the hall. £3 per child for the games & crafts. £1 for any preschoolers just playing. Cafe available to purchase refreshments.

Looking for an indoor creative activity over the May half term? Why not book a table at Glaze Time's pottery painting session on Thurs 28th May 330pm-530pm at the Old Cock Inn, High Street, Harpenden. Items range from £8-35 each and usually ready 14 days later. Tables are offered for 60-90 minutes depending on demand.

To book a table please email [email protected], call Michelle on 07958 324520 or visit www.glazetime.co.uk to see when all of our other sessions run.

We hope to meet you soon x

Glaze Time paint your own pottery for everyone, where the possibilities are endless.

Takeaway kits & gift vouchers are also available.

It's time for our annual BioBlitz when we see what wildlife is living in our grounds.

Head to our meadow where all the action will be taking place. Pick up a sweep net to brush over the long grasses in search of beetles, flies and grasshoppers. Sign up for pond dipping and to watch us release mice, shrews and voles from survey traps.

Chat to local ecologists and our team and take a look at what invertebrates have been found during the day.

Activity times will be advertised on the day and are weather-dependent. Pond dipping spaces are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Suitable for all ages.
This activity isn't ticketed but school holidays are particularly busy times for us, so book a free Museum entry ticket in... Read more

During the school holidays, we run 'Family Fun' events across Hertfordshire - where we welcome little ones 0-5 years, and their siblings up to 8 years, to come along and take part in fun activities. It's a great way to meet other local parents and carers, take part in activities and also somewhere to visit that doesn't break the bank!

We only charge £2.50 for the whole family and they usually last for about 1.5 hours.

Drop in and take part in arts and crafts at the museum

£4 per child, DROP IN.

Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a real pirate treasure, he goes exploring deep into the caves. It's up to Fireman Sam, Elvis and Ellie to save the day and find the treasure. With clues, pirate songs and plenty of swashbuckling adventure, Fireman Sam's new live show is perfect for all budding pirates! Live Show Ahoy!

Brace yourselves for the Rude Science team's hilarious, high-tech, highly-explosive new journey through the human body, packed with burp biology, fart physics and revolting edible chemistry. Expect enormous bottoms, edible fireworks, burp machines and the world's loudest fart in this riotous science spectacular. On the surface it's a rollercoaster of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences, but under the bonnet it's a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven adventure designed to inspire Britain's kids with a lasting fascination for science.

The show is the brainchild of Stefan Gates, high-octane presenter of 20 TV series (five for CBBC), award-winning author of 13 books (including Rude Science) and internationally renowned producer of world-class science stage... Read more

Celebrate National Children's Gardening Week Get creative - build and paint your very own Wooden Wheelbarrow Flowerpot and plant to take home!

£6 per child

This is a fantastic opportunity to join us on an adventure into the world of Forest School, with our family focused sessions. We will be exploring the park, building dens, going on bug hunts, learning about nature, bush craft, and more. The event is run in conjunction with CultureWood, who are a specialist and highly regarded service provider in Hertfordshire.

Please note that if it is raining, Forest School activities will continue so come prepared with a waterproof and wear suitable clothing for exploring the woods. It could also be muddy, so please wear wellies, trainers or other appropriate outdoor shoes (but no sandals). Please also ensure that legs are covered (no shorts).

All children must be accompanied by a guardian or parent. Sessions are suitable for... Read more

In a marvellous museum of clocks is the wonderful Mouse Clock for all to see. One day the clock gets broken and a brave little mouse runs away...

In another part of town Mrs Hickory orders a new alarm clock and a huge box arrives on her doorstep. Why is it so big? And what is that squeaking sound inside?

As time ticks by, can Mrs Hickory and her cat Dickory catch the mouse running all over the house and will the beautiful old clock ever chime again?

Join us for a merry slapstick show, starring glove puppets, silly museum curators, dozy delivery drivers, a magnificent clock and that song you've all been waiting for...

For ages 3-8

Work out your design, draw it onto a polystyrene tile, then start printing. You could take ideas for your design from the exhibition A Growing City.

SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN AGED 7+

All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the session. Accompanying adults are also welcome to book a place to participate.

£6.50 per participant

Meet Marcus Servilius Seneca and hear about life in the Roman army.

Included with admission.

MINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE - SCIENCE SAVED THE WORLD
Direct from London's West End. Over the last few years Science has led the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK's favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever!
Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way!

They'll take an anarchic approach to science communication whilst looking at the scientists, engineers and inventors who have shaped the modern world that we live in whilst proving that each and everyone of you have the ability to change our world for the better!
Expect 20ft LIQUID NITROGEN clouds, exploding OXYGEN & HYDROGEN balloons, FIRE TORNADOS, HYDROGEN... Read more

The team who brought you Hansel and Gretel, Sleeping Beauty, Jungle Law!, and Red Riding Hood invite you to join them for some May half term Fairytale fun.

Our professional theatre show is inspired by the story of The Three Billy Goats Gruff and is a 50-minute experience filled with laughter, music and lots of joining in for all the family to enjoy.

Little Billy Goat Gruff loves to play outside running around, climbing rocks and nibbling on dandelions and nettles and has seen a lovely pasture filled with delicious weeds and flowers across the bridge, yum, yum, yum!

But...there's a problem because under the bridge sits Teasel a scary green fingered Troll who looks after the pasture and lives in the nearby woods. Little Billy Goat Gruff sets off on... Read more

Step right into the world of magical creatures!


Join our lively children's craft session bursting with magic, creativity and fun. Located in our historic Monitorial Schoolroom at the British Schools Museum, children will enjoy creating a selection of playful fairy tale figures to take home.

Sessions run from 10am to 12pm on Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 May 2026, during the February half term holiday.

£8 per participating child.

Non-participating younger siblings and adults are free. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Younger siblings are very welcome to play with the toys provided in the Monitorial Schoolroom while their paying sibling crafts.

The Café at the... Read more

Archaeology for Families

A fun family friendly introduction to archaeology! Learn how archaeologists record what they find in the ground by analysing genuine finds.

There will be two sessions during the morning at 10.30 and 11.30.

Suitable for children aged 7-12 accompanied by an adult.

Included with admission

Suitable for families, all children must be accompanied by an adult

Places are limited and will operate on a first-come basis. Please check at the front desk on arrival.

This May, Standalone Farm is bringing you closer than ever to the amazing creatures that usually stay hidden from view. Educational Encounters: Wildlife in May invites children and families to meet an exciting line‑up of lizards, mini‑beasts, and wonderfully weird creepy crawlies in a safe, friendly, and interactive setting hosted by our resident exotic animal specialist, Mark Amey.

What to Expect

Meet real animals, learn how they move, eat, and survive, and discover what makes each species so extraordinary.

Children can observe textures, colours, and behaviours while our resident expert, Mark Amey, shares fascinating facts and answer curious questions.

Perfect for young explorers who love nature, animals, and discovering the unexpected.... Read more

Families visiting Bletchley Park during May half-term can join in with hands-on activities or join an interactive tour and share in the incredible story of the World War Two Codebreakers together.

There's a full day of fun for everyone, with immersive films, interactive displays, faithfully recreated WW2 rooms and beautifully restored buildings that bring the stories of the thousands of people who worked here to life.

And don't forget to pick up a Top Secret Mission Booklet for just £1 from the Shop or Admissions, packed with brainteasers and secret missions to tackle together around the site.

Family Activities
24, 25, 27 and 29 May
Get creative and get stuck in with our family activities: craft your own replica codebreaking hut,... Read more

It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!

From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer. Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!

Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.

23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).

Join us for a fun filled day out celebrating the start of the summer months!
Meet and feed the farm animals, enjoy small animal petting, say hello to Winnie the Pooh, and let the kids run wild on the bouncy castle, mini-tractor play, and activity areas. PLUS explore the 100 Aker Wood, woodland and reservoir walks, the Adventure Playground, then relax with food outlets or a picnic in our scenic grounds.

Bring the kids and their favourite teddy bear to meet a special cast of local wildlife along our new sculpture trail. Children will complete fun, simple activities and learn about each animal and the important role they play in keeping the Downs thriving.

The trail will take about 30-40 minutes and is based along our multi-user, accessible pathway which goes across our kite field and through a woodland area.

While you're here, enjoy some kite flying and our café in the visitor centre, which has a range of hot and cold drinks and delicious treats.

A top-secret message has gone missing at Wrest Park - and we need you to find it before it falls into the wrong hands!

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to follow the trail, track down the clues and crack the codes to uncover the secret message.

Keep your eyes peeled for the mysterious secret agent, who'll be roaming around the site. If you're lucky, they might just be able to help you complete your mission...

Included in price of admission. Book early and save 15%.

Get ready for May Animal Magic at Woodside this half term!

Meet adorable animals, enjoy hands-on fun, bubbles, and exciting animal encounters for all ages. Don't miss the Farmyard Friend Hunt - find the hidden animals and win a prize!

For one week only Willows will be welcoming a smoke-breathing dragon! Meet him daily in The Arena - but don't get too close!

We will also be joined by The Tower Princess who will have her very own show in The Indoor Theatre and will be holding Princess Parties throughout the day too.

They'll also be arts & crafts and dressing up opportunities.

Enjoy Bunny Grooming, Cow Milking Demonstrations and Sheep Races with our Livestock Team. Not forgetting the PETER RABBIT™ Adventure Playground, funfair rides, adventure play, The Jolly Junction, indoor soft play, puddle play park, adventur

This May half term, Whipsnade Zoo will become a lively creative space, inviting families, friends and curious minds of all ages to help build a huge collaborative artwork - aiming for the highest number of contributions to a paint-by-numbers - and a fabulously colourful way to join the celebrations throughout 2026 marking ZSL's 200th anniversary.

Inspired by wildlife and the beauty of nature, this is your opportunity to help break an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title!

Included with your standard admission, this experience is more than a day out with the family - it's a celebration of creativity, community and wildlife.

Hear the T-Rex's ferocious roar and brave an encounter with our Dilophosaurus'. Throw some shapes at the Dino Disco then take part in our games show challenge, The Time Warp Challenge. NEW FOR 2026: Head to Trembly Stadium to witness the historic battle between two giants - The Jurassic World Cup! See the superstar players in a colossal contest, join in with club anthems and shout for your favourite team as they DinoScore.

Plus, enjoy all the usual fun of the farm including outdoor and indoor adventure play, SkyTrail and rock climbing wall and, of course, meet all our adorable animals and take part in daily activities including Bottle Feeding Lambs.

All included in your Dino Week ticket. Just £17.95 per person. Pre-book to save 20%.

Round up the family and dust off your boots, as we bring the Wild West to life with a foot-stomping Hoedown this May Half-Term, with interactive live shows, sheep shearing, country games, cowboy crafts & more all included in your entry ticket.

Book online and save with admission from £19.95. Annual Members and under 1s go FREE!

This Half Term try something different! We have lots going on down on the farm.

With special event - The Amazing Bubble Man on Thursday 28th May - shows at 10.30am & 1.30pm

During the May Half Term holiday, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals! Available from 10am-4pm every day of the May half term holidays. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes. Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Discover the people, ideas and aircraft that changed the skies in a week of hands-on half-term fun at RAF Museum London. Heroes of the Air invites young explorers to build, test and fly as they uncover what it takes to become an aviation hero. Three ticketed activities run on selected dates across the week. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity and confidence through play.

Junior Jet Builders
23-27 May 2026
Future engineers can put their ideas to the test using LEGO bricks to design and build their own aircraft. Experiment with shapes, wings and balance to create a flying machine worthy of a hero of the air.
Sessions at 11.00am, 13.00pm and 14.30pm
Tickets are £5.00 per child. Booking required.

Remote Control... Read more

Make it a Mega May Half Term packed with BIG adventures for children and the best part? It's all included in your ticket.

From the moment you arrive, your family can dive into a full day of dancing, laughter, animals, rides and outdoor play, with something exciting around every corner.

Whether your kids are bouncing on the Giant Bouncy Pillow, showing off their moves at the Silent Disco, or joining in our hilarious Family Gameshows and Party Dances, there's non-stop entertainment designed to keep them smiling all day long.

Get ready for even more half-term excitement with our live tribute performances happening every day!

Inbetween all the farm fun, little pop fans will love singing and dancing along to our Harry Styles and Sabrina... Read more

Enter the wonderful world of Rob Biddulph!
Join us for a celebration of the artwork of Rob Biddulph, best-selling author/illustrator whose books include Blown Away, Odd Dog Out, Kevin, Show and Tell and the Peanut Jones series.

In the exhibition you can view a wide selection of Rob's amazing drawings, ranging from the post-it notes he put in his daughter's packed lunch box every day of her primary school career (over 2000 of them!) to the original illustrations from his Guinness World Record breaking #DrawWithRob online art classes.

Explore Rob's world and, with the help of Peanut Jones and her magical pencil that makes anything she draws come to life, see what you can create yourself with this engaging and interactive exhibition.

Stay & Play is a morning of play for preschoolers. For older siblings there will be a table of LEGO and one of colouring. £1 per child. Cafe available to purchase refreshments.

Each school holiday we run Storyboats for younger children. This is a gentle 40 minute cruise down the River Gade to where it meets the Grand Union Canal, with wildlife spotting while listening to stories. The books we read a picture books, so the audience can spot the hidden elements and learn about new creatures. Suitable for ages 4 to 8 years, it is the ideal way to fill time between the more costly holiday outings. We feed the waterfowl we encounter and if we are very lucky we see the kingfisher.

We run special themed boats at Halloween and Christmas, with goody bags and an extra special passenger in a red suit at Christmas.

All children must be accompanied by an adult, all passengers must have a ticket. Tickets can be purchased from our website.

Friday 10th April & 29th May 2026
A thrilling day of ancient adventure where families master tribal skills and bring Celtic history to life!
Unleash your inner warrior! Join us for an action-packed day of ancient skills and outdoor adventure. Perfect for families looking to step back in time, our Celtic Warrior Experience brings history to life through hands-on challenges and tribal fun.

What's in Store:
- Archery: Test your aim and precision on our woodland range.
- Warrior Training: Master the essential skills of a Celtic hero.
- Friction Fire Lighting: Discover the ancient art of making fire without matches.
- Cooking Sausages: Roast your lunch over the open flames of the campfire.
- Drumming Workshops: Feel the rhythm of the... Read more

Showing at The Alban Arena...The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world.

Brace yourselves for TV Gastronaut Stefan Gates' revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. On the surface it's a riot of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences, but under the bonnet it's a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven science communication adventure designed to inspire Britain's kids with a lasting fascination for science. It's based on the Rude Science book (Quadrille) and following huge sell-out shows at science festivals across the UK it's heading out on national tour.

Expect enormous bottoms, f*rt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing... Read more

Join us this half term for a fun-filled adventure for young children aged 3-5, in beautiful Verulamium Park.

Perfect for little explorers, this engaging outdoor session begins in our wildlife garden with nature-inspired colouring and simple crafts. We'll then set off on a gentle park adventure, spotting wildlife and seasonal treasures along the way with our special spotter sheets. Children will also get hands-on with nature by creating their own bark rubbings.

A wonderful opportunity for little nature lovers to explore, create, and connect with the outdoors through play and discovery this half term!

Please be aware that the activities will be aimed at children aged 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.... Read more

They never stopped eating and before long they had eaten everything they could get their hooves on! The only option is to go looking for more food.

Hold on to your horns and join the three billy goats on their wild and wacky adventure, as they bravely cross the rickety bridge to greener pastures. But who will they meet along the way as they TRIP TRAP over the bridge?

With lots of catchy songs, funky dances to clap along to and a rapping troll to boot. Lost The Plot Theatrical are proud to present this smash-hit children's music. An interactive, family fun show and the perfect treat for little ones and the big kids that bring them!

A trip-trapping musical adventure!

Our Museum Minis at St Albans Museum + Gallery are fun sessions for our youngest museum visitors and their grown-ups to enjoy a story and craft activity as well as a museum treasure hunt linked to the story.

Museum Minis at St Albans Museum + Gallery takes place on the second Friday of the month.

Suitable for children aged 2-4 accompanied by an adult

We're hosting an additional Museum Minis in May. Our Half Term Special on Friday 29th May will be the story Sam plants a sunflower by Axel Scheffler and Kate Petty

£6.50 per child participating

Foodies Festival returns to Oaklands College for an amazing celebration of food & music!

Discover a huge variety of mouth-watering food and drink, see live cooking demos from top chefs & bakers and join in the all-NEW features for 2026 such as the Hot Wings Challenge, Kitchen Disco and much more to be announced!

The music stage will host chart-topping bands including Scouting For Girls, Boyzlife (Keith Duffy of Boyzone and Brian McFadden of Westlife) and Symphonic Ibiza!

The team who brought you Hansel and Gretel, Sleeping Beauty, Jungle Law!, and Red Riding Hood invite you to join them for some May half term Fairytale fun.

Our professional theatre show is inspired by the story of The Three Billy Goats Gruff and is a 50-minute experience filled with laughter, music and lots of joining in for all the family to enjoy.

Little Billy Goat Gruff loves to play outside running around, climbing rocks and nibbling on dandelions and nettles and has seen a lovely pasture filled with delicious weeds and flowers across the bridge, yum, yum, yum!

But...there's a problem because under the bridge sits Teasel a scary green fingered Troll who looks after the pasture and lives in the nearby woods. Little Billy Goat Gruff sets off on... Read more

This May, Standalone Farm is bringing you closer than ever to the amazing creatures that usually stay hidden from view. Educational Encounters: Wildlife in May invites children and families to meet an exciting line‑up of lizards, mini‑beasts, and wonderfully weird creepy crawlies in a safe, friendly, and interactive setting hosted by our resident exotic animal specialist, Mark Amey.

What to Expect

Meet real animals, learn how they move, eat, and survive, and discover what makes each species so extraordinary.

Children can observe textures, colours, and behaviours while our resident expert, Mark Amey, shares fascinating facts and answer curious questions.

Perfect for young explorers who love nature, animals, and discovering the unexpected.... Read more

Families visiting Bletchley Park during May half-term can join in with hands-on activities or join an interactive tour and share in the incredible story of the World War Two Codebreakers together.

There's a full day of fun for everyone, with immersive films, interactive displays, faithfully recreated WW2 rooms and beautifully restored buildings that bring the stories of the thousands of people who worked here to life.

And don't forget to pick up a Top Secret Mission Booklet for just £1 from the Shop or Admissions, packed with brainteasers and secret missions to tackle together around the site.

Family Activities
24, 25, 27 and 29 May
Get creative and get stuck in with our family activities: craft your own replica codebreaking hut,... Read more

It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!

From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer. Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!

Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.

23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).

Join us for a fun filled day out celebrating the start of the summer months!
Meet and feed the farm animals, enjoy small animal petting, say hello to Winnie the Pooh, and let the kids run wild on the bouncy castle, mini-tractor play, and activity areas. PLUS explore the 100 Aker Wood, woodland and reservoir walks, the Adventure Playground, then relax with food outlets or a picnic in our scenic grounds.

Bring the kids and their favourite teddy bear to meet a special cast of local wildlife along our new sculpture trail. Children will complete fun, simple activities and learn about each animal and the important role they play in keeping the Downs thriving.

The trail will take about 30-40 minutes and is based along our multi-user, accessible pathway which goes across our kite field and through a woodland area.

While you're here, enjoy some kite flying and our café in the visitor centre, which has a range of hot and cold drinks and delicious treats.

A top-secret message has gone missing at Wrest Park - and we need you to find it before it falls into the wrong hands!

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to follow the trail, track down the clues and crack the codes to uncover the secret message.

Keep your eyes peeled for the mysterious secret agent, who'll be roaming around the site. If you're lucky, they might just be able to help you complete your mission...

Included in price of admission. Book early and save 15%.

Get ready for May Animal Magic at Woodside this half term!

Meet adorable animals, enjoy hands-on fun, bubbles, and exciting animal encounters for all ages. Don't miss the Farmyard Friend Hunt - find the hidden animals and win a prize!

For one week only Willows will be welcoming a smoke-breathing dragon! Meet him daily in The Arena - but don't get too close!

We will also be joined by The Tower Princess who will have her very own show in The Indoor Theatre and will be holding Princess Parties throughout the day too.

They'll also be arts & crafts and dressing up opportunities.

Enjoy Bunny Grooming, Cow Milking Demonstrations and Sheep Races with our Livestock Team. Not forgetting the PETER RABBIT™ Adventure Playground, funfair rides, adventure play, The Jolly Junction, indoor soft play, puddle play park, adventur

This May half term, Whipsnade Zoo will become a lively creative space, inviting families, friends and curious minds of all ages to help build a huge collaborative artwork - aiming for the highest number of contributions to a paint-by-numbers - and a fabulously colourful way to join the celebrations throughout 2026 marking ZSL's 200th anniversary.

Inspired by wildlife and the beauty of nature, this is your opportunity to help break an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title!

Included with your standard admission, this experience is more than a day out with the family - it's a celebration of creativity, community and wildlife.

Hear the T-Rex's ferocious roar and brave an encounter with our Dilophosaurus'. Throw some shapes at the Dino Disco then take part in our games show challenge, The Time Warp Challenge. NEW FOR 2026: Head to Trembly Stadium to witness the historic battle between two giants - The Jurassic World Cup! See the superstar players in a colossal contest, join in with club anthems and shout for your favourite team as they DinoScore.

Plus, enjoy all the usual fun of the farm including outdoor and indoor adventure play, SkyTrail and rock climbing wall and, of course, meet all our adorable animals and take part in daily activities including Bottle Feeding Lambs.

All included in your Dino Week ticket. Just £17.95 per person. Pre-book to save 20%.

Round up the family and dust off your boots, as we bring the Wild West to life with a foot-stomping Hoedown this May Half-Term, with interactive live shows, sheep shearing, country games, cowboy crafts & more all included in your entry ticket.

Book online and save with admission from £19.95. Annual Members and under 1s go FREE!

This Half Term try something different! We have lots going on down on the farm.

With special event - The Amazing Bubble Man on Thursday 28th May - shows at 10.30am & 1.30pm

During the May Half Term holiday, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals! Available from 10am-4pm every day of the May half term holidays. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes. Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Discover the people, ideas and aircraft that changed the skies in a week of hands-on half-term fun at RAF Museum London. Heroes of the Air invites young explorers to build, test and fly as they uncover what it takes to become an aviation hero. Three ticketed activities run on selected dates across the week. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity and confidence through play.

Junior Jet Builders
23-27 May 2026
Future engineers can put their ideas to the test using LEGO bricks to design and build their own aircraft. Experiment with shapes, wings and balance to create a flying machine worthy of a hero of the air.
Sessions at 11.00am, 13.00pm and 14.30pm
Tickets are £5.00 per child. Booking required.

Remote Control... Read more

Make it a Mega May Half Term packed with BIG adventures for children and the best part? It's all included in your ticket.

From the moment you arrive, your family can dive into a full day of dancing, laughter, animals, rides and outdoor play, with something exciting around every corner.

Whether your kids are bouncing on the Giant Bouncy Pillow, showing off their moves at the Silent Disco, or joining in our hilarious Family Gameshows and Party Dances, there's non-stop entertainment designed to keep them smiling all day long.

Get ready for even more half-term excitement with our live tribute performances happening every day!

Inbetween all the farm fun, little pop fans will love singing and dancing along to our Harry Styles and Sabrina... Read more

Enter the wonderful world of Rob Biddulph!
Join us for a celebration of the artwork of Rob Biddulph, best-selling author/illustrator whose books include Blown Away, Odd Dog Out, Kevin, Show and Tell and the Peanut Jones series.

In the exhibition you can view a wide selection of Rob's amazing drawings, ranging from the post-it notes he put in his daughter's packed lunch box every day of her primary school career (over 2000 of them!) to the original illustrations from his Guinness World Record breaking #DrawWithRob online art classes.

Explore Rob's world and, with the help of Peanut Jones and her magical pencil that makes anything she draws come to life, see what you can create yourself with this engaging and interactive exhibition.

Come along to the library for another Read to Dogs session.

Children will have the chance to read to and meet one of the lovely friendly Pets As Therapy dogs: May,.

Pop in to the library today to book a 15 minute slot for your child.

✨ The Ever After Ball ✨

A Royal Children's Experience

Step into a real-life fairytale at "The Ever After Ball" a sparkling, immersive 2-hour royal adventure designed to make little dreams come true.

Your child is invited to dance, sing, and celebrate alongside enchanting Princesses and Prince Charmings in a magical live show filled with music, storytelling, and high-energy choreography. From the moment the doors open, they're not just watching the fairytale they're part of it.

👑 What's included in this unforgettable experience:
• 🎤 Immersive live singing & dancing show with our royal cast
• 🕺💃 Mini Disco to dance the afternoon away
• ✨ Glam Bar includes Glitter spray, Gems and Nail Vanish... Read more

Ride the global K-pop wave with K-POP All Stars - the explosive live celebration of the music, the artists, and the culture taking over the world. Feel the power of stadium-sized anthems, razor-sharp choreography, and a cast that delivers every beat with precision and passion.

Featuring hits from Blackpink, NewJeans, Katseye, BTS, Itzy, Stray Kids, Twice, Jung Kook, and loads more, the show lights up the stage with breathtaking visuals, original choreography, and non-stop energy from start to finish.

With light sticks glowing across the crowd and chart-topping tracks filling the room, K-POP All Stars captures the excitement, colour, and emotion of the world's biggest pop movement - all in one unforgettable show.

Come along and discover the creatures that live in our rivers beneath the surface.

Kate, our Wilder Communities Officer, and our expert volunteers will be on hand to show you what to do and help identify what you find, and all equipment is provided. Each session will last for approx. 60 minutes including the welcome time and walking too and from the dipping area.

Suitable for children aged 7+, no younger siblings to attend please. All children must be accompanied by a responsible parent/guardian, with at least one adult per two children (we ask no more than 2 adults and 4 children per group booking). We ask that children and adults wear either tall wellies or trainers you don't mind getting wet, no open toed shoes will be permitted. Please bring clothes you don't... Read more

The award-winning Indefinite Articles present their work for the very young: Claytime, a play with clay, where the audience are invited to participate.

Come to a place where the earth's natural material meets with children's imaginations: a world of fabulous forms, amazing animals and morphing monsters.

Each Claytime is totally unique - creating its own world, its own characters and its own stories drawn directly from its young audience. Truly, interactive theatre at its most engaging.

This show is made with and for 3 to 6 year olds.

We're excited to introduce our Wings & Wheels Air Show - the perfect show to highlight all aspects of a Collection as unique as ours, from airworthy vintage aircraft to veteran vehicles, bicycles, carriages, and heritage machinery.

Explore our new arena area, which will include a racing simulator, "show and shine" display section, activity arena with live performances and a central Shuttleworth Marquee showcasing a range of core Shuttleworth vehicles. Then, look to the skies and enjoy a thrilling air display from both Collection and visiting aircraft.

Enjoy a host of free ground attractions from educational Discovery Zones to fun fair rides and more. Explore Shuttleworth House - arriving by vintage bus, of course - and pick up delicious food and drink to keep... Read more

Foodies Festival returns to Oaklands College for an amazing celebration of food & music!

Discover a huge variety of mouth-watering food and drink, see live cooking demos from top chefs & bakers and join in the all-NEW features for 2026 such as the Hot Wings Challenge, Kitchen Disco and much more to be announced!

The music stage will host chart-topping bands including Scouting For Girls, Boyzlife (Keith Duffy of Boyzone and Brian McFadden of Westlife) and Symphonic Ibiza!

The team who brought you Hansel and Gretel, Sleeping Beauty, Jungle Law!, and Red Riding Hood invite you to join them for some May half term Fairytale fun.

Our professional theatre show is inspired by the story of The Three Billy Goats Gruff and is a 50-minute experience filled with laughter, music and lots of joining in for all the family to enjoy.

Little Billy Goat Gruff loves to play outside running around, climbing rocks and nibbling on dandelions and nettles and has seen a lovely pasture filled with delicious weeds and flowers across the bridge, yum, yum, yum!

But...there's a problem because under the bridge sits Teasel a scary green fingered Troll who looks after the pasture and lives in the nearby woods. Little Billy Goat Gruff sets off on... Read more

It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!

From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer. Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!

Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.

23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).

Join us for a fun filled day out celebrating the start of the summer months!
Meet and feed the farm animals, enjoy small animal petting, say hello to Winnie the Pooh, and let the kids run wild on the bouncy castle, mini-tractor play, and activity areas. PLUS explore the 100 Aker Wood, woodland and reservoir walks, the Adventure Playground, then relax with food outlets or a picnic in our scenic grounds.

Bring the kids and their favourite teddy bear to meet a special cast of local wildlife along our new sculpture trail. Children will complete fun, simple activities and learn about each animal and the important role they play in keeping the Downs thriving.

The trail will take about 30-40 minutes and is based along our multi-user, accessible pathway which goes across our kite field and through a woodland area.

While you're here, enjoy some kite flying and our café in the visitor centre, which has a range of hot and cold drinks and delicious treats.

A top-secret message has gone missing at Wrest Park - and we need you to find it before it falls into the wrong hands!

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to follow the trail, track down the clues and crack the codes to uncover the secret message.

Keep your eyes peeled for the mysterious secret agent, who'll be roaming around the site. If you're lucky, they might just be able to help you complete your mission...

Included in price of admission. Book early and save 15%.

Get ready for May Animal Magic at Woodside this half term!

Meet adorable animals, enjoy hands-on fun, bubbles, and exciting animal encounters for all ages. Don't miss the Farmyard Friend Hunt - find the hidden animals and win a prize!

For one week only Willows will be welcoming a smoke-breathing dragon! Meet him daily in The Arena - but don't get too close!

We will also be joined by The Tower Princess who will have her very own show in The Indoor Theatre and will be holding Princess Parties throughout the day too.

They'll also be arts & crafts and dressing up opportunities.

Enjoy Bunny Grooming, Cow Milking Demonstrations and Sheep Races with our Livestock Team. Not forgetting the PETER RABBIT™ Adventure Playground, funfair rides, adventure play, The Jolly Junction, indoor soft play, puddle play park, adventur

This May half term, Whipsnade Zoo will become a lively creative space, inviting families, friends and curious minds of all ages to help build a huge collaborative artwork - aiming for the highest number of contributions to a paint-by-numbers - and a fabulously colourful way to join the celebrations throughout 2026 marking ZSL's 200th anniversary.

Inspired by wildlife and the beauty of nature, this is your opportunity to help break an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title!

Included with your standard admission, this experience is more than a day out with the family - it's a celebration of creativity, community and wildlife.

Hear the T-Rex's ferocious roar and brave an encounter with our Dilophosaurus'. Throw some shapes at the Dino Disco then take part in our games show challenge, The Time Warp Challenge. NEW FOR 2026: Head to Trembly Stadium to witness the historic battle between two giants - The Jurassic World Cup! See the superstar players in a colossal contest, join in with club anthems and shout for your favourite team as they DinoScore.

Plus, enjoy all the usual fun of the farm including outdoor and indoor adventure play, SkyTrail and rock climbing wall and, of course, meet all our adorable animals and take part in daily activities including Bottle Feeding Lambs.

All included in your Dino Week ticket. Just £17.95 per person. Pre-book to save 20%.

Round up the family and dust off your boots, as we bring the Wild West to life with a foot-stomping Hoedown this May Half-Term, with interactive live shows, sheep shearing, country games, cowboy crafts & more all included in your entry ticket.

Book online and save with admission from £19.95. Annual Members and under 1s go FREE!

This Half Term try something different! We have lots going on down on the farm.

With special event - The Amazing Bubble Man on Thursday 28th May - shows at 10.30am & 1.30pm

During the May Half Term holiday, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals! Available from 10am-4pm every day of the May half term holidays. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes. Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Discover the people, ideas and aircraft that changed the skies in a week of hands-on half-term fun at RAF Museum London. Heroes of the Air invites young explorers to build, test and fly as they uncover what it takes to become an aviation hero. Three ticketed activities run on selected dates across the week. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity and confidence through play.

Junior Jet Builders
23-27 May 2026
Future engineers can put their ideas to the test using LEGO bricks to design and build their own aircraft. Experiment with shapes, wings and balance to create a flying machine worthy of a hero of the air.
Sessions at 11.00am, 13.00pm and 14.30pm
Tickets are £5.00 per child. Booking required.

Remote Control... Read more

Make it a Mega May Half Term packed with BIG adventures for children and the best part? It's all included in your ticket.

From the moment you arrive, your family can dive into a full day of dancing, laughter, animals, rides and outdoor play, with something exciting around every corner.

Whether your kids are bouncing on the Giant Bouncy Pillow, showing off their moves at the Silent Disco, or joining in our hilarious Family Gameshows and Party Dances, there's non-stop entertainment designed to keep them smiling all day long.

Get ready for even more half-term excitement with our live tribute performances happening every day!

Inbetween all the farm fun, little pop fans will love singing and dancing along to our Harry Styles and Sabrina... Read more

Enter the wonderful world of Rob Biddulph!
Join us for a celebration of the artwork of Rob Biddulph, best-selling author/illustrator whose books include Blown Away, Odd Dog Out, Kevin, Show and Tell and the Peanut Jones series.

In the exhibition you can view a wide selection of Rob's amazing drawings, ranging from the post-it notes he put in his daughter's packed lunch box every day of her primary school career (over 2000 of them!) to the original illustrations from his Guinness World Record breaking #DrawWithRob online art classes.

Explore Rob's world and, with the help of Peanut Jones and her magical pencil that makes anything she draws come to life, see what you can create yourself with this engaging and interactive exhibition.

A supportive 4-part Root & Bloom series exploring matrescence - the transition into motherhood. Sessions cover identity shifts, nervous system regulation, relationships & boundaries, and practical pregnancy & postpartum planning for pregnant and new mums.

Dates:
19th April
3rd May
17th May
31st May

After a sell out run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy.
The comedy show comedians take their kids to is back and even funnier! Join Olaf Falafel (if that is his real name) for an hour of kid's comedy which will be the stupidest he has ever let trickle from his brain. Expect jokes, poos on pogo sticks, more jokes and truth-telling cheese. There will definitely be a time-travelling portal to the future and a live draw along!Be there or be a dodecahedron!

Run time: 60 minutes

Sunday Crafternoon Special: Colourful Polymer Clay Workshop at St Albans Museum + Gallery on Sunday 31st May

Join us to create your own miniature model from colourful polymer clay.

Payment is required for each participating child who must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Maximum 12 participants per session. Bookable in advance. Tickets £8.50 per participant.

You will need to bake your model in the oven when you get home.

This is when we have a full-size steam train in action, ready to take you for a ride up and down our track! We also have miniature ride-on trains which are run by our sister Society VAMES, (there is a small £1.50 charge for this per person - under 3s are free). Please note the miniature ride-on trains will not be open on Wednesday 18th and Sunday 22nd February.

Also, the rest of the site is open including the Railway Museum, the Visitor Centre with Gift Shop and Railway Cafe, and the model trains are usually running too. Steaming Days are some Sundays (Easter-Halloween), and also some Wednesdays during school holidays. To book these or for more details, please see the event 'Summer Steamings'.

We have 25-acres of Railwayland to explore! Come and enjoy your... Read more

The award-winning Indefinite Articles present their work for the very young: Claytime, a play with clay, where the audience are invited to participate.

Come to a place where the earth's natural material meets with children's imaginations: a world of fabulous forms, amazing animals and morphing monsters.

Each Claytime is totally unique - creating its own world, its own characters and its own stories drawn directly from its young audience. Truly, interactive theatre at its most engaging.

This show is made with and for 3 to 6 year olds.

Foodies Festival returns to Oaklands College for an amazing celebration of food & music!

Discover a huge variety of mouth-watering food and drink, see live cooking demos from top chefs & bakers and join in the all-NEW features for 2026 such as the Hot Wings Challenge, Kitchen Disco and much more to be announced!

The music stage will host chart-topping bands including Scouting For Girls, Boyzlife (Keith Duffy of Boyzone and Brian McFadden of Westlife) and Symphonic Ibiza!

It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!

From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer. Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!

Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.

23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).

Join us for a fun filled day out celebrating the start of the summer months!
Meet and feed the farm animals, enjoy small animal petting, say hello to Winnie the Pooh, and let the kids run wild on the bouncy castle, mini-tractor play, and activity areas. PLUS explore the 100 Aker Wood, woodland and reservoir walks, the Adventure Playground, then relax with food outlets or a picnic in our scenic grounds.

Bring the kids and their favourite teddy bear to meet a special cast of local wildlife along our new sculpture trail. Children will complete fun, simple activities and learn about each animal and the important role they play in keeping the Downs thriving.

The trail will take about 30-40 minutes and is based along our multi-user, accessible pathway which goes across our kite field and through a woodland area.

While you're here, enjoy some kite flying and our café in the visitor centre, which has a range of hot and cold drinks and delicious treats.

A top-secret message has gone missing at Wrest Park - and we need you to find it before it falls into the wrong hands!

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to follow the trail, track down the clues and crack the codes to uncover the secret message.

Keep your eyes peeled for the mysterious secret agent, who'll be roaming around the site. If you're lucky, they might just be able to help you complete your mission...

Included in price of admission. Book early and save 15%.

Get ready for May Animal Magic at Woodside this half term!

Meet adorable animals, enjoy hands-on fun, bubbles, and exciting animal encounters for all ages. Don't miss the Farmyard Friend Hunt - find the hidden animals and win a prize!

For one week only Willows will be welcoming a smoke-breathing dragon! Meet him daily in The Arena - but don't get too close!

We will also be joined by The Tower Princess who will have her very own show in The Indoor Theatre and will be holding Princess Parties throughout the day too.

They'll also be arts & crafts and dressing up opportunities.

Enjoy Bunny Grooming, Cow Milking Demonstrations and Sheep Races with our Livestock Team. Not forgetting the PETER RABBIT™ Adventure Playground, funfair rides, adventure play, The Jolly Junction, indoor soft play, puddle play park, adventur

This May half term, Whipsnade Zoo will become a lively creative space, inviting families, friends and curious minds of all ages to help build a huge collaborative artwork - aiming for the highest number of contributions to a paint-by-numbers - and a fabulously colourful way to join the celebrations throughout 2026 marking ZSL's 200th anniversary.

Inspired by wildlife and the beauty of nature, this is your opportunity to help break an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title!

Included with your standard admission, this experience is more than a day out with the family - it's a celebration of creativity, community and wildlife.

Hear the T-Rex's ferocious roar and brave an encounter with our Dilophosaurus'. Throw some shapes at the Dino Disco then take part in our games show challenge, The Time Warp Challenge. NEW FOR 2026: Head to Trembly Stadium to witness the historic battle between two giants - The Jurassic World Cup! See the superstar players in a colossal contest, join in with club anthems and shout for your favourite team as they DinoScore.

Plus, enjoy all the usual fun of the farm including outdoor and indoor adventure play, SkyTrail and rock climbing wall and, of course, meet all our adorable animals and take part in daily activities including Bottle Feeding Lambs.

All included in your Dino Week ticket. Just £17.95 per person. Pre-book to save 20%.

Round up the family and dust off your boots, as we bring the Wild West to life with a foot-stomping Hoedown this May Half-Term, with interactive live shows, sheep shearing, country games, cowboy crafts & more all included in your entry ticket.

Book online and save with admission from £19.95. Annual Members and under 1s go FREE!

This Half Term try something different! We have lots going on down on the farm.

With special event - The Amazing Bubble Man on Thursday 28th May - shows at 10.30am & 1.30pm

During the May Half Term holiday, take part in pond dipping at RSPB Rye Meads!

Discover the creatures lurking in the hidden depths of the waters - from the tiny water flea to the mighty dragonfly nymph, the ponds of Rye Meads are full of a variety of amazing animals! Available from 10am-4pm every day of the May half term holidays. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

All pond dipping equipment is provided for £4.50 per kit, and your pond dipping session will last approximately 25 minutes. Please do not bring your own nets as you won't be able to use them in our pond. This is a self-led activity.

Discover the people, ideas and aircraft that changed the skies in a week of hands-on half-term fun at RAF Museum London. Heroes of the Air invites young explorers to build, test and fly as they uncover what it takes to become an aviation hero. Three ticketed activities run on selected dates across the week. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity and confidence through play.

Junior Jet Builders
23-27 May 2026
Future engineers can put their ideas to the test using LEGO bricks to design and build their own aircraft. Experiment with shapes, wings and balance to create a flying machine worthy of a hero of the air.
Sessions at 11.00am, 13.00pm and 14.30pm
Tickets are £5.00 per child. Booking required.

Remote Control... Read more

Make it a Mega May Half Term packed with BIG adventures for children and the best part? It's all included in your ticket.

From the moment you arrive, your family can dive into a full day of dancing, laughter, animals, rides and outdoor play, with something exciting around every corner.

Whether your kids are bouncing on the Giant Bouncy Pillow, showing off their moves at the Silent Disco, or joining in our hilarious Family Gameshows and Party Dances, there's non-stop entertainment designed to keep them smiling all day long.

Get ready for even more half-term excitement with our live tribute performances happening every day!

Inbetween all the farm fun, little pop fans will love singing and dancing along to our Harry Styles and Sabrina... Read more

Enter the wonderful world of Rob Biddulph!
Join us for a celebration of the artwork of Rob Biddulph, best-selling author/illustrator whose books include Blown Away, Odd Dog Out, Kevin, Show and Tell and the Peanut Jones series.

In the exhibition you can view a wide selection of Rob's amazing drawings, ranging from the post-it notes he put in his daughter's packed lunch box every day of her primary school career (over 2000 of them!) to the original illustrations from his Guinness World Record breaking #DrawWithRob online art classes.

Explore Rob's world and, with the help of Peanut Jones and her magical pencil that makes anything she draws come to life, see what you can create yourself with this engaging and interactive exhibition.

Enter the wonderful world of Rob Biddulph!
Join us for a celebration of the artwork of Rob Biddulph, best-selling author/illustrator whose books include Blown Away, Odd Dog Out, Kevin, Show and Tell and the Peanut Jones series.

In the exhibition you can view a wide selection of Rob's amazing drawings, ranging from the post-it notes he put in his daughter's packed lunch box every day of her primary school career (over 2000 of them!) to the original illustrations from his Guinness World Record breaking #DrawWithRob online art classes.

Explore Rob's world and, with the help of Peanut Jones and her magical pencil that makes anything she draws come to life, see what you can create yourself with this engaging and interactive exhibition.