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As you can imagine, this coming half term week is heavily influenced by the Queen’s Jubilee, so get ready to don the red, white and blue and have tons of fun celebrating our Majesty with your little ones!
Don’t forget to check out our Things To Do page which is full of places for you to visit!
Here is your guide to the events that are taking place in and around the area!
Amazing Archaeology Trail
28th May - 5th June
Cromwell Museum, Huntingdon
During half-term, we will have a new family trail available at the museum for free. Pick one up from the front desk when you arrive, and follow it to discover the real archaeological treasures in our collection!
Jubilee Half Term Fun
28th May - 5th June
Stanwick Lakes, Northampton
Take part in 'The case of the Queen's missing jewels' trail, inflatable fun, bag painting, ceramic painting (not only a great activity but could be given as a perfect Father's Day gift!), Jubilee crafts (including make your own crown), as well as yummy themed food in our new Visitor Centre Café.
Kids Jubilee Trail
28th May - 5th June
Scotsdales Nursery and Garden Centre, Horningsea
Join us as we celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. Pick up a trail sheet to find all of the Queen's corgis around the stores and enjoy a delicious Jubilee-themed treat if you manage find them all!
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Children's Trail
28th May - 5th June
Jordans Mill, Biggleswade
Pick up a trail sheet from the Mill Shop and explore the Mill Garden, Meadow and Woodland on our Royal Children's Trail.
Lego Club
28th May
Huntingdon Library, Huntingdon
Come and join in with our Lego Club at Huntingdon library and make your own amazing Lego constructions.
Board Games Club
28th May
Huntingdon Library, Huntingdon
We have a selection of exciting games to choose from, ranging from simple to more challenging. You can come by yourself or with friends.
The St Neots Street Food Fest
29th May
St Neots Rugby Club, St Neots
A day of great food and fantastic entertainment!
Children's Biscuit Decorating & Crown Crafting
30th May
Frosts Garden Centre - Brampton
Help to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, by decorating your very own yummy biscuit in delicious, yummy icing and sweeties. While your biscuit sets, there will be time to create your own regal crown fit for a little Queen or king!
Family Bug Hunt
31st May
Huntingdon Riverside Park
Equipped with a bug hunting kit, including a butterfly net, pooter, collection pot, magnifying glass, clipboard and recording sheet, you will be invited to join a Fieldfare Expedition looking for as many different types of insects and creepy crawlies as you can find.
Jubilee Kids Club
31st May
Art & Soul Cafe, St Neots
We will be making card bunting, suitable for indoor use or outdoors if it is dry. There are also a variety of crown templates for your little royals to colour so you can be a prince or princess for the day. There are even mini crowns to pop your cupcakes in - or maybe crown your dolls or teddies with.
Little Bears Stay and Play
31st May
Judith’s Field Pavilion, Godmanchester
Our Little Bears Group at Godmanchester is running throughout the May half term and will have lots of Jubilee themed crafts. Booking required.
Wild Explorers
1st June
Berman Park, St Ives
What better way to spend a morning than in the pursuit of new species? On this Fieldfare Family Expedition you will take on the role of scientist-explorers, on a search for all forms of nature and wildlife.
Civil War Archaeology Dig
1st June
Huntingdon Market Square, Huntingdon
Join us and discover what historical treasures from the British Civil Wars you can uncover in the ground - will you find a horseshoe, some musket balls, or even a coin?
Meet a Civil War Soldier
1st June
Huntingdon Market Square and Cromwell Museum
What was it like to fight in the civil wars? Ask a real soldier!
Children's Biscuit Decorating & Crown Crafting
1st June
Frosts Garden Centre - Brampton
Help to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, by decorating your very own yummy biscuit in delicious, yummy icing and sweeties. While your biscuit sets, there will be time to create your own regal crown fit for a little Queen or king!
Children’s Sports Sessions
1st June
QEII Playing Field, Little Paxton
Huntingdon District Council are organising free children's multi sport activities for ages 5-11. Booking essential.
Messy Church
1st June
Berkley Street Methodist Church Hall, St Neots
Crafts, challenges and much more as we mark the Queen's Jubilee and celebrate Pentecost.
Town Mouse & Country Mouse
1st June
Priory Centre, St Neots
Due to popular demand, St Neots Players are pleased to announce a return to presenting Plays for Little People again, starting with Town Mouse & Country Mouse!
Family Bug Hunt
2nd June
Berman Park, St Ives
Equipped with a bug hunting kit, including a butterfly net, pooter, collection pot, magnifying glass, clipboard and recording sheet, you will be invited to join a Fieldfare Expedition looking for as many different types of insects and creepy crawlies as you can find.
Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Beacon Lighting Ceremony
2nd June
Castle Hill, Huntingdon
To celebrate The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, Huntingdon Town Council is taking part in the national Beacon Lighting Ceremony, which will take place at Castle Hills, Huntingdon.
The ceremony will commence at 9.30pm and will follow the below programme, with the Beacon being lit at 9.45pm.
Jubilee Weekend at the Comrades Club
2nd - 5th June
Comrades Club, Godmanchester
A weekend beer and cider festival alongside entertainment and food vans! Fun for all the family.
Friday at 5.15
3rd June
St Mary's Godmanchester, Godmanchester
This is for all, young or less young, in family groups or otherwise, with snacks, drinks (including wine) and hot food for all, crafts and games for the children, a brief Christian presentation, and plenty of unstructured time to relax and enjoy each other's company.
Platinum Jubilee Garden Party
3rd June
Huntingdon Racecourse, Huntingdon
Join us for an afternoon of racing on Bank Holiday Friday 3 June 2022, with a host of activities taking place throughout the day in recognition of this historic occasion.
Race Night 2022
3rd June
Comrades Club, Godmanchester
Race night fundraiser for Picnic in the Park 2022. Do take part and have a flutter!
Royal-TEA @ The Towers
3rd June
The Towers, St Neots
Royal Themed Fancy Dress Competition, Circus Skills, Kids Entertainment and DJ, Great Royal "Cake Off" Competition, Live Music and Bands, Arts and Crafts, Royal Parade, Craft, Food and Artisan Stalls, Champagne Bar.
St Neots Church Tower Open
3rd June
St Neots Parish Church, St Neots
Climb to the top for a view across town! Refreshments served.
A Day at the Races Family Jubilee Celebration
4th June
QEII Playing Field, Little Paxton
A free family community event to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee event. Hobby horse races, live music, a toast to the queen along with a BBQ, beer tent, and celebration cakes.
Jubilee Family Fun Day
4th June
The King's Reach - Biggleswade
Come and celebrate her majesty with us! We have you covered with ...Delicious Street food, amazing live music, bouncy castle, Jubilee inspired face paint!
Jubilee Outdoor Cinema
4th June
Godmanchester Recreation Ground, Godmanchester
The event will be free and there will be two showings; 3.00pm Mary Poppins Returns and 7.30pm Cruella. There will be musical entertainment prior to the film showings provided by the local band Tenmoko, from 2pm for the afternoon sitting and 6.30pm for the evening sitting.
Picnic in the Park
4th June
Regatta Meadow, St Neots
Featuring live music throughout the afternoon, children's rides and entertainment, a handful of street food and plenty of space for picnics!
Lego Club
4th June
Huntingdon Library, Huntingdon
Come and join in with our Lego Club at Huntingdon library and make your own amazing Lego constructions.
Board Games Club
4th June
Huntingdon Library, Huntingdon
We have a selection of exciting games to choose from, ranging from simple to more challenging. You can come by yourself or with friends.
Jubilee Celebration
5th June
The White Hart, Godmanchester
BBQ from 1.30, cake competition awards, live music from 2.30
Jubilee Messy Church
5th June
St Neots Parish Church, St Neots
An opportunity for families to come together and celebrate the jubilee with activities, refreshments and short prayers. Bring a teddy for the Teddy Bears Picnic!
Shuttleworth Jubilee Flying Circus
5th June
Shuttleworth, Biggleswade
Our Jubilee Flying Circus is a truly unique day out. Where else could you enjoy a variety of wonderful circus acts, take a relaxing stroll around a beautiful regency garden, admire the period features of a grand mansion house, before being dazzled by a show-stopping air show featuring barnstormers and incredible wing walkers?
The Tiger Who Came to Tea7th - 9th June
Cambridge Arts Theatre, Cambridge
Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns to Cambridge.
Dinosaur World Live
10th - 12th June
Cambridge Arts Theatre, Cambridge
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family.
Teddy Bear Fly-In and Picnic
10th June
Shuttleworth, Biggleswade
We are excited to welcome you to our first ever Teddy Bear Fly-In and Picnic! You will also be able to picnic in the Swiss Garden on this very special occasion. Find a sunny point, position your blanket and soak in the stunning scenery. Make sure to bring your picnic food and your favourite Teddy Bear!
Godmanchester Open Gardens
11th - 12th June
Within Godmanchester
Come and enjoy a variety of gardens in our historic riverside town. A well established and popular community event with gardens located mainly together for a gentle afternoon stroll.
Lego Club
11th June
Huntingdon Library, Huntingdon
Come and join in with our Lego Club at Huntingdon library and make your own amazing Lego constructions.
Board Games Club
11th June
Huntingdon Library, Huntingdon
We have a selection of exciting games to choose from, ranging from simple to more challenging. You can come by yourself or with friends.
Robin Hood Interactive Trail
12th June
Hinchingbrooke Country Park, Huntingdon
Come and help the Sherriff of Nottingham capture Robin Hood and his Merry Men. The Outlaws are hiding throughout the woods at Hinchingbrooke Country Park, come along and join our interactive trail.
