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Pop up pottery painting with Moon Studio Ceramics – 17th February
Suitable for 4-14-year-olds. Please support little ones under 9 years old.
Two 1.5 hour sessions at 11 am and 2 pm on Monday 17th February 2020.
£8 per child.
Please bring a large container to take home your creations.
Jesmonite Terrazzo Workshop – 23rd February 10:30 to 11:30 am
Suitable for 6-14-year-olds. All children need to bring an adult!
During the 2 hour session, Carey will introduce you to the medium and guide you on how to mix and colour your Jesmonite, cast in moulds and finally sand by hand to reveal the magic beneath!
Children: Pendant/Brooch/Badge: £10
Adult: Coasters/Plant stands: Reduced price of £30 (usually £45)
All events required prior booking. Please check with the organiser.
Have A Go Day – Sunday 23rd February
Multi-activity taster days, Archery, survival skills, and more.
Activities vary for each event, please check on our website which activities are included when you book.
Times: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00
Price: £6pp (Parents FOC if not taking part)
Ages: All ages welcome
Get hands-on at Beaulieu this February Half-Term!
Ever fancied becoming a Victorian house servant or training as a country garage apprentice mechanic? Now’s your chance!
Join us this February to get hands-on with a range of fun activities, including the chance to discover curious 19th-century gadgets and motoring artefacts.
All activities included in your general admission ticket.
Friday 21st February 10 am to 1:45 pm.
Bouncy Fun Play plus ‘JAMIE JAMBO’ and FREE BALLOON MODEL – each child will receive a FREE balloon sword or model.
Bourne Academy, Hadow Road, Bournemouth, BH10 5HS.
Session 1 = 10:00am – 11:45am (Ages 0 – 9 years) Max Height 137cm
Session 2 = 12:00pm – 1:45pm (Ages 0 – 9 years) Max Height 137cm
£4.50 6 Months to 2 years
£6.50 3 years to 9 years.
Booking essential.
19 February 2020 09:30-14:30.
Suitable for children under 10
Session 1 time 9.45 – 11.15
Session 2 time 11.20 – 12.50
Session time 3 12.55 -2.25
Advanced booking essential.
Please call 01305772741 for more info.
Redlands Community Sports Hub, Dorchester Road, DT3 5AW, Weymouth, Dorset.
Winter Weekend Opening 2020 – 1st February until 8th March.
Ahead of daily opening in March, Brownsea Island will be open for day visitors during weekends from 10 am – 4 pm each Saturday and Sunday.
Boats running from Sandbanks and Poole Quay. Please check before attending.
23 February, from 10:45-11:15 am
Druitt Hall, High Street, Christchurch, BH23 1AJ Christchurch, Dorset
Our Feb session will have an ‘under the sea’ theme ❤️
Please contact Chilling with Mama for more details.
15th to 23rd February
A series of interactive activities will be on offer this half-term. Budding knights and damsels can take part in the ‘Great Escape’ (teddy bear zip wire) and watch missiles launch from the castle’s medieval siege engine.
FREE event but normal admission charges apply.
Please check with the organiser for more details.
Wednesday 19th February, 10:00 to 11:30 am
Stanpit Village Hall, 162 Stanpit, BH23 3NE.
A messy arty session for children aged 3+.
Younger children also welcome. Please message prior to attending for more details.
Prices
Child (0-18 years inclusive) £5, accompanying adult £2
Two adults and two children £10
Please contact Creative ME for more details on 07709 469669.
Family glass painting workshop – 22nd February 11 – 12:30.
£2-50 per person. Please contact Dorset Scrapstore for more information and to book your place. Please note adults are welcome to join in with glass painting, but please book yourself a place.
Tel. 07565 577094.
20th February 10:00 am to 12:00.
Arts and crafts for the whole family.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Refreshments and parking available.
Somerford ARC Community Centre, 20 Southey Road, BH23 3EH Christchurch, Dorset.
Book your child / children in now for our 5-day intensive swim course in Southbourne
30-minute lessons every day.
Non-swimmers – beginners – improvers – Improver plus & Advanced Level’s.
Private lessons also available.
Bournemouth Collegiate School, BH5 2DY Bournemouth.
Please call 07891859375 for more details.
Friday 21st February 11:00 – 11:45 am.
Join us at the Corn Exchange for a fantastic show by one of the south coast’s leading entertainers.
Refreshments will be available.
Children must be accompanied for the duration of the 45-minute show.
Corn Exchange, 19 Market Place, DT11 7AF, Blandford Forum.
20th February 10 am to 11 am. Tops Day Nursery, Bournemouth.
Here at Tops Bournemouth, we will be offering a FREE stay and play session for children 2 – 3 years (whether currently attending the setting or not). In this stay and play, we will be taking part in yoga and meditation activities. For more information on this stay and play, please contact us on info.rbh@topsdaynurseries.co.uk or 01202 300688.
19 Feb 2-4 pm – By Outalimits Discos
Come along to Hamworthy Labour Club, for our children’s disco.
All the usual music and mayhem as well as our ever-popular party dances, prizes and giveaways.
Open to members AND non-members.
Non-members £3 per child
Members £2 per child
The bar will be open!
** PLEASE NOTE**
Under 10’s only, Children must be supervised at all times
Come down and have a skate in a 5 badminton court long hall with laser and disco lights with the best music around from 90s throwbacks, chart-toppers, 80s classics, rock ballads and more! We are always open to requests so don’t hesitate to ask the Dj or comment on our Facebook or Instagram!
£4.50 per skater with FREE skate hire!
Two Riversmeet Leisure Complex, Christchurch, BH23 1HW.
4 – 10 years but all ages are welcome. Families practice being safe whilst having fun exploring our interactive learning village. The tour lasts around 1.5 hours and consists of a treasure hunt and practical problem-solving.
15th February to 23rd February, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Take your friends and family on a nature adventure this half term. Whatever the weather, there’s something to enjoy, from craft activities to the woodland activity trail.
FREE but normal admission prices apply.
“Let’s Go Wild”
15th February to 23rd February
We will be hosting a range of free activities for the whole family. Activities will aim to start from 10 am and will include meeting our friendly ponies and feeding the chickens.
Please check with the organiser for more details.
Under 8’s Disco and Magic Show
Friday 21st February 2.15 pm – 3.15 pm
DJ Phil’s Disco includes dancing, games, competitions with prizes for winners, and more!
For children aged 2 1/2 – 8 years.
£7.50 per child. Or £13 for this event plus Half term Magic Show.
Strictly one adult per child, extra adults £3 per person.
Book tickets by calling 01202 055500.
Kid 4 A Quid!
Saturday 15th to Sunday 23rd February 2020.
Monkey World is offering children entry to the park for just £1 when they each bring a present for the primates!
Eligible presents:
1 x bag of seeds (sunflower/pumpkin)
1 x bag of nuts (walnuts/almonds / pecans/monkey nuts in shells)
1 x packet of sugar-free jelly crystals
Please check with Monkey World for more details.
All workshops require prior booking. Please call 01202729206.
Science Zone UK, 21 Royal Arcade, BH1 4BT, Boscombe.
Making Shadow Puppets: Family Workshop with artist Anna Shiels
18th February
Explore the magical effects of light and shadow with artist Anna Shiels. Have a go at making your own shadow puppet to perform with and take home. Places are available for eight children with a parent/carer.
£5 per child. Advance booking essential. Age recommendation is 7 years +.
Please call 01202 262600, payment over the phone.
Mathmos Lava Lamp Trail and Lounge (February and March 10 am-4 pm)
Did you know the original lava lamp was invented in Poole in the 1960s by local company Mathmos?
To celebrate Light Up Poole 2020, Poole Museum has teamed up with Mathmos to create a range of engaging activities.
FREE entry and trail.
Please contact the museum for more details.
Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th February 12.30 – 1.30 pm
£10 per session (or £12 with clear glaze firing).
The cost includes the use of clay, use of specialised tools and equipment and firing.
Parents must stay on-site and take responsibility for their children.
Book by emailing Julie: info@juliemassie.co.uk or call 07967 541619.
Emporium Christchurch, Avon Works, 1B Bridge St, Christchurch BH23 1DY.
Family February!
On selected dates from 11th to 29th February. Please check before attending.
The museum’s main gallery will become a space of play and exploration for families, with special events aimed at children under 5s. Storytelling, Bubble Workshops, Creative Play sessions and more.
*Some activities require booking.
Please check with the Museum for more details.
Forest School
For children aged 6-11years. 10am-1pm.
£10 per non-RSPB member child / £8 per RSPB member child.
Wild Things Half Term Trail at RSPB Arne
Come along and explore the wild woodland trails this Half Term at RSPB Arne and discover the wonders of minibeasts!
No need to book, just turn up! Available daily from 15th – 23rd February, whilst the visitor centre is open.
Price: Suggested donation £2 per child. Don’t forget your wellies!
Ladybird Spider Web Launch
15th February, 11:30 to 14:30
Come along to the launch of our amazing Ladybird Spider web installation!
FREE entry, but normal car park charges apply.
Please e-mail arne@rspb.org.uk for more details.
Poole Printmakers Family Workshop – Saturday 15th February 10:30 am and 12:30.
Pre-booking required- £3
Suitable for ages 7-12, children must be supervised by an adult – for an extra £2 adults may join in the fun!
All materials provided but please bring an apron or old shirt to wear.
To book call us on 01202 451820.
Standard admission applies to visit the historic house.
Half-term fun!
Swash-Bucklin’ Fun Aplenty!
Kids dressed as pirates go free!
Treasure Hunt
Parrot Spotting!
Film Nights on 18th and 20th Feb.
Create your own wanted poster.
Thursday 20th – Sunday 23rd February 2020
Following their recent production of Shrek the Musical, Swish of the Curtain returns once again to Bournemouth Pavilion with this aerial extravaganza that promises to capture the imagination of all ages – especially those who never want to grow up!
18th February, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
There will be lots of exciting animal activities for children of all ages to enjoy – all children must be accompanied by an adult.
We are offering a hot lunch. Please text to Heidi to confirm on 07494 900567 – and say if there are any dietary requirements.
Suggested £1 donation per person.
St George’s Church Hall, Jumpers Road, Christchurch.
Spring trail – 15th to 23rd February
Complete our Spring themed trail. £1 per person, collect your sheets from the Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre.
Illuminate the Stour: Lantern Making – 15th and 22nd February 1 pm
Come along and decorate a glass jar to create a lantern for a candlelit walk on the 22nd February at 6 pm. £2.50 per person. No booking needed.
Bird Safari and Crafts for Kids – 18th February 10:30 to 12:30
£3 per child, no charge for accompanying adults. Suitable for ages 5+. Sorry, no dogs.
Booking essential. Please call 01202451618.
Environment Festival – 21st February 10:30 am to 3:30 pm
FREE event with lots of local information and planet-friendly stalls. Activities for the whole family.
From 17-23 February, Tank Zoo, a week of animal-themed activities
Explore nine powerful exhibitions, 300 tanks and 100 years of armoured warfare.
From 15-16 February, the Museum is hosting the South West Model Show. Models of all shapes and sizes, from tanks to planes, trains to cars.
Dressing up stations and a soft-play area!
Feb Half Term Fun Animal & Craft Sessions
Mon 17th AND Weds 19th February
Join us in the Activity Area this February Half Term for some animal and craft workshops.
£6.50 per child. Maximum of 1 adult per Child due to capacity. Over 3’s only so, unfortunately, younger siblings are not able to attend. Pre-booking essential.
Please check with Upton Country Park for more details.
Jawsome Sharks & Friends
15th February to 6th April, 11 am to 5 pm
Calling all budding rangers! SEA LIFE Weymouth is on the hunt for brave adventurers who are enthusiastic about all things aquatic and are totally Top Trumps mad!
Check with Weymouth SEA LIFE for more details.
15th and 16th of February
For kids aged 5+
Expect to dash through the 50ft obstacle course, tumble from the big red balls and be swept off your feet by all the Spinning Wipeout Beams!! A total of 9 activities. £9.99 per child.
Please book directly with the organiser before attending.
The Swanage School, High Street, BH19 2PH, Swanage.
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