Are you looking for ideas of things to do in South Wales & throughout the surrounding areas during February half-term school holiday? We’ve got together with the members of the FD Local Facebook Group to put together a list of places to go and things to do to keep you and your family entertained whatever the weather!
Do note the half-term holiday is for one week but there are events happening on 11-19 February and 18-26 February as the schools across the region to do not all have the same week as the holiday.
FREE EVENTS
Fireworks on the Beach at Weston Super Mare
Saturday 18th February 2017. You can purchase tickets to watch from the Pier but it’s FREE to watch from the seafront.
Note that gates open at 5pm and fireworks are at 5.30pm approx.
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The National Museum of Wales
Free workshops on Saturdays and Sundays during term time, 2pm, to give families the chance to find out more about items from the museum and get hands on with some crafts.
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Tredegar House Newport
VISIT FOR FREE on Saturday 18th February, 10.30am-4pm. Explore the house, learning about the Morgan family, and explore the three walled gardens.
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If you fancy staying in do check out our
AWARD-WINNING FAMILY FUN FACEBOOK PAGE
for loads of ideas to keep the whole family entertained.
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Super Saturdays at the National Roman Legion Museum Caerleon
Every Saturday visitors can enjoy a visit to our reconstructed barrack room and the Capricorn Centre. No booking required just ask for details on arrival.
Photo credit- museum brochure
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Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff Bay
Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff Bay has loads going on during half term (20-25 February 2017) including:
- Create a Paper Garden – Family Activity
This event is free – just turn up on the day, 11am to 4pm.
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Puddle Jumping Championships at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre centre
children of all ages are being encouraged to grab their wellies, get outside and join in the puddle jumping championship being held at Slimbridge Wetland CentreThis year WWT’s new children’s character, Dusty Duck is joining in the fun and helping kids create the biggest, craziest splash possible.
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Cattle Country Adventure Park
Cattle Country Adventure Park will be hosting their half term events 11-19 February 2017.
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We’ve got a list of some fabulous walks in the Forest of Dean
BEAUTIFUL SPOTS TO PICNIC IN THE FOREST OF DEAN
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Black Rock Reptiles
Black Rock Reptiles will bet at Taurus Crafts on Sunday 12th Feb. You can see spiders, scales and snails from 1-3pm.
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Blaenavon World Heritage Centre
Give Nature a Home by learning how to make hooped cereal bird feeders and seedling pots. £1 donation is needed to take part in this activity Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Blaenavon on 23 February 2017.
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Mermaids and monsters at the Bristol Aquarium
Children under 3 are FREE.
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Drive in Cinema
There are drive-in cinema events at the NDAC Chepstow.
BFG on Thursday 16th February 2017.
Pete’s dragon is another drive in cinema showing at NDAC on Friday 17th February.
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Chepstow Leisure Centre
Chepstow leisure centre have a half term activity club planned for children ages 5-12.
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Fancy a trip to the beach?
Take a look at our list of THE BEST BEACHES IN SOUTH WALES.
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The National Museum in Cardiff
Free workshops on Saturdays and Sundays during term time, 2pm, to give families the chance to find out more about items from the museum and get hands on with some crafts.
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Mr Bloom’s Nursery
Mr Bloom’s Nursery is Live at St David’s Hall, Cardiff on Wednesday 15th February, 1pm and 4pm.
Aimed at 3-7 year olds.
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Looking for specific recommendations?
Please check out our post in our FD Local Facebook Group.
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RECOMMENDED ACCESSIBLE PLACES
This is an area we are currently working on so would very much appreciate any recommendations.
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If you are looking for more grown-up walks located within the Brecon Beacons please check out Walking The Brecon Beacons for some fabulous inspiration.
Looking for walks for littlest of legs and a dog in tow? Then take a peek at our Mid Wales based friends: Wild Child Wanders.
WHATEVER YOU DO THIS FEBRUARY, INDOOR OR OUT, JUST MAKE SURE IT’S FABULOUS!
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