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February Half Term is always a bit of a funny one. There isn't as much on as at other times of the year so I have included some events on the what's on guide that a slightly further afield, just to give us all choices and some attractions and venues that are worth a visit.
Half Term Holiday Planner - make sure you know what's happening every day with our handy planner. Download and print at home
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What's On - Currently around 40 events in and around our area
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London - We have a great list of things you can do in London on a budget
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Spring Time - Cheap and Cheerful Ideas for Spring 2025
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The A-Z of Things to do for Teens & Tweens - definitely the most difficult group of people to entertain, especially when trying to give them some screen free time. Check out our suggestions.
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Adrenalin Junkies - Ideas for older kids and those who need that little bit more to keep them entertained
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Cinema - lots to watch at our local cinema this half term
*Captain America: Brave New World (12A)
*Dog Man (U)
*Paddington in Peru (PG)
*Mufasa: The Lion King (PG)
*Moana 2 (PG)
*Sonic The Hedgehog 3 (PG)
*Wicked (PG)
*Aladdin (PG)
*The Sloth Lane (U)
*Tiddler & The Snail and The Whale (U)
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We have loads of other articles to help you along right here on our website. Check out TOP TIPS: How to save money on a family day out, 101 Boredom Beating Ideas! and Our Parks and Green Spaces among others.
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A few extras...
If you know of other events happening in our area please let me know and I can add them to our what's on guide
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It's that time of year when we really want to get out and about with our children but we are still feeling the pinch after Christmas. February Half Term is lurking and we need some ideas. So here we go with a few ideas...
We have put together a great list of activities for those kids who crave something a bit more exciting! There's everything from zip-lining to paintballing, white water rafting to kayaking!
Check it out and let us know if you've already done any of these
The Reading Agency are running a winter reading challenge this year which runs until 20th February 2025. The idea is to encourage more children to read regularly.
Getting started couldn't be easier. Children can sign up here and read 3 or more books about anything that interests them (this includes audio books) and then log into the website and add those books to their profile. They can also log and review the books they have read on their profile and unlock special digital badges and a certificate of achievement when they read 3 or more.
Check out the Marvellous Makers website which has games, quizzes, activities and an area for parents too. A great activity to keep everyone busy during the long winter evenings!
Family Frolic at Marsh Farm
14th February
- 21st February
Marsh Farm, South Woodham Ferrers
February Frolics at Willows Activity Farm
15th February
- 23rd February
Willows Activity Farm, St Albans
Feb half term family frolic at Lee Valley Animal Adventure Park
15th February
- 21st February
Lee Valley Animal Adventure Park, Waltham Abbey
Lambing at Barleylands
15th February
- 23rd February
Barleylands Farm, Billericay
February Half Term Fun at Old MacDonald's Farm
15th February
- 23rd February
Old MacDonald's Farm, Brentwood
Kiddiewinkssoftplay 5th Birthday Party
17th February
Kiddiewinkssoftplay, Romford
Younger Family Fun- Under the Sea Arts & Crafts
17th February
St Michael & All Angels Church of Gidea Park, Main Road, Romford
Mega Mixed Arts and Crafts - Fully Booked
17th February
Fairkytes Arts Centre, Hornchurch
Science Museum Live
17th February
Harlow Playhouse, Harlow
The Sand Dragon
17th February
Harlow Playhouse, Harlow
Brentwood Fun Day
17th February
Brentwood Centre, Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood
Family Fun Quiz
18th February
The Deers Rest, Noak Hill Road
Half Term Just Get Over It Gladiator Special
18th February
- 19th February
Nuclear Wild Forest, Brentwood, Essex
Feed the Birds
18th February
RSPB Rainham Marshes nature reserve, Purfleet-on-Thames
Essex Fire Museum - Family Open day
(FREE)
18th February
Essex Fire Museum (Grays Fire Station), Grays
Fun Frosty Hunt
(FREE)
18th February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Tourmaline And The Museum Of Marvels Trail
(FREE)
18th February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Super Slime Time
18th February
Fairkytes Arts Centre, Hornchurch
Princess Live
18th February
Harlow Playhouse, Harlow
Paint & Sip
19th February
The Deers Rest, Romford
Fun Frosty Hunt
(FREE)
19th February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Tourmaline And The Museum Of Marvels Trail
(FREE)
19th February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Decorate a Leaf Windchime
19th February
Thames Chase Forest Centre, Upminster
Under the Sea Arts & Crafts- Family Fun
19th February
Eastern Avenue Baptist Church, 119 East Rd, Chadwell Heath, Romford
Sparkly Dragon Eggs - Fully Booked
19th February
Fairkytes Arts Centre, Hornchurch
Comedy Club for Kids
19th February
Harlow Playhouse, Harlow
Rude Science
19th February
Cliffs Pavillion, Southend on Sea
Fun Frosty Hunt
(FREE)
20th February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Tourmaline And The Museum Of Marvels Trail
(FREE)
20th February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Foam Putty Figurines
20th February
Fairkytes Arts Centre, Hornchurch
The Dinosaur That Pooped a Rockshow
20th February
Harlow Playhouse, Harlow
Earth and Fire
21st February
RSPB Rainham Marshes nature reserve, Purfleet-on-Thames
FREE Family Film - Over The Hedge
(FREE)
21st February
Rainham Hall, Rainham
Hoo-Dunnit: Owl Pellet Dissection
21st February
The Hive, Loughton
Street Dance
21st February
Fairkytes Arts Centre, Hornchurch
Fun Frosty Hunt
(FREE)
22nd February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Tourmaline And The Museum Of Marvels Trail
(FREE)
22nd February
Valence House Museum, Margery Road, Dagenham.
Jurassic Earth
22nd February
Harlow Playhouse, Harlow
Essex Fire Museum - Family Open day
(FREE)
23rd February
Essex Fire Museum (Grays Fire Station), Grays
Films for Free in February Half Term - Sing
(FREE)
23rd February
Rainham Hall, Rainham
Kiddiewinkssoftplay 5th Birthday Party
17th February
Kiddiewinkssoftplay, Romford
Paint & Sip
19th February
The Deers Rest, Romford
Paint & Sip
26th March
The Deers Rest, Romford
Dine With A Dino!
8th April
Romford Shopping Hall, Romford
Easter Bonnet Decorating
9th April
Romford Shopping Hall, Romford
Dino Egg Hunt
15th April
Romford Shopping Hall, Romford
Dinosaur Egg Rock Painting
16th April
Romford Shopping Hall, Romford