This February half term what’s on guide covers family friendly activities in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire. I’ll also be sharing lots of events on the Facebook and Instagram pages.
This year it seems like February half term in Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Oxfordshire is really early! The weather forecast so far also seems to be like it’s going to be cold so if you’re off out, then wrap up warm.
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Some general ideas to keep the kids entertained
February half term is peak snowdrop season. There are lots of lovely family walks around our area where you can spot masses of them – check out my guide here. Fancy a treasure hunt? Treasure Map Trails are family friendly maps of towns and villages across Bucks, Beds, Oxon and Herts that could be great half term activities with the kids. Find out more about them here**.
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February Half Term What’s on Guide for Buckinghamshire
As always there are lots of half term events across Buckinghamshire, for a range of budgets.
Wendover Woods in Buckinghamshire has got their latest family trail running throughout February half term. This time it is £4 per pack, but you don’t need one to do the trail and it’s all about Stick Man. GoApe has lots of availability over half term and has a junior course that’s easier for the younger kids to do. There’s also a brand new Adventure Plus course for more adventurous younger kids. You can read my full review here.
This February half term the family trail at Cliveden in Buckinghamshire this year is a free spring spotting trail and it’s running from the 15th Feb – 19th March. NT Members visit for free. They are now offering single adult family memberships (from £8,25 per month) as well as two adult memberships (from £13.25 per month)**
Bekonscot Model Village (reviewed here) are reopening for the season on the 15th February 2025. Apparently they are doing various events this February half term, but on their website it only specifically mentions “The Legend of Houdini” show on the 17th Feb. 45 minute show, three times per day, normal admission charges apply. Don’t forget that Blue Peter badge holders go free!
The half term events at Bletchley Park in Buckinghamshire are all about the Engima this February. They’re all included with admission and running from the 17th – 21st February. Don’t forget kids under 12 go free, tickets are valid for 12 months and locals get a 50% discount.You can read my full review here.
Stowedrops are in full bloom at Stowe Gardens in February! There’s a trail this February half term at Stowe in Buckinghamshire all about their “Missing and moving” Temples. Included with admission. Running from the 15th – 23rd February.
During the school holiday Stowe House runs their self-guided tours which are more family friendly than the guided ones. They also have Cupid’s trail from the 15th – 23rd Feb (included with admission) and on the 19th Feb there’s a Chinese New Year themed workshops on the 19th Feb. £4.50 per child and pre-booking is essential.
Hogshaw Farm have their animal adventures week this February half term from the 15th – 23rd February 2025. It’s wild cinema week with outdoor showings of The Wild Robot as well as all the normal fun.
Wycombe Museum (reviewed here) are running a couple of events this half term. There’s paint and grow workshops on the 18th & 19th. Pre-booking is essential for all craft workshops, £4.75 each. Entry to the museum is FREE.
At Discover Bucks throughout February half term there are daily craft events and a hands-on science exhibition. Prices vary by activity but range from £5 – £10 per child, plus admission. Some also require pre-booking so check their website in advance. Their event on the Friday is free and it’s about The Enormous Crocodile. You also have the chance to meet author Fabi Santiago on Saturday 22nd. The Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery is also open during the February half term.
Milton Keynes Museum is free for Blue Peter badge holders and tickets are valid for a year. You can read my review here. Unfortunately they suffered a fire at the beginning of Feb. Currently it looks like they won’t open over half term, but I’ll update this if that changes .
The half term events at Waddesdon Manor (reviewed here) are running from the 15th – 23rd February 2025 (closed on Monday & Tuesday). There’s a giant doodling board for them to colour in again this year – we had great fun with it last year. There’s a free zoolab trail, free craft workshops and chargeable face painting. And kids go free during half term (no limit on the number of kids per adult). There’s also a series of two-hour mud and guts outdoor adventure workshops, £28 per child, ages 6-9. Find all the details here.
Hughenden Manor have got lots of different half term events taking place this February. There’s a snowdrop story trail from the 15th – 23rd Feb (free), flower photo frame craft (17th – 21st, £3)
Bucks Railway Centre in Quainton will be holding steaming days over the half term on the 16th & 19th February 2025. On the 23rd February they will also have Paddington as a special guest. Read my full review here
What’s on in Bedfordshire during February Half Term
Rushmere Country Park in Bedfordshire a couple of February half term events. There’s a bird themed trail from the 15th – 23rd, £3 per sheet, a family friendly walk on the 19th Feb and the Xplorer challenge on the 20th February.
It’s lambing season at Mead Open Farm from the 15th – 23rd February 2025. As well at the chance to see lots of tiny lambs, there’s also the opportunity to bottle feed some. If you’re “lucky” the kids might get to see one being born. Not sure how I’d deal with all those questions…
The February half term events at the Stockwood Discovery Centre in Luton, Bedfordshire (reviewed here) are part of Feb Fest. Across Stockwood, The Hat Factory Arts Centre and Wardown House there will be craft sessions, workshops, plays and dance workshops. You can find all the details of the Feb Fest here.
The family trails at Wrest Park have always been quite good, particularly given that they’re free! Their half term events are running from the 15th – 23rd February 2025 at Wrest Park, Bedfordshire. It’s all about the history makers this time. You can do coin rubbings, handle artefacts, and find buried relics. You can read my review of the site here. Members go free.
The February half term trail at Jordan’s Mill in Bedfordshire is a woodland trees trail. £4 per child, admission is FREE. 17th – 25th February 2024. There’s also a children’s craft workshop on the 10th Feb. £5 per child, suitable for ages 5-8. Check out my review here.
Take a trip to the Forest of Marston Vale (reviewed here). There’s explorer packs available to borrow, a mini mapmakers trail (charges apply) or free activity sheets to download from their website. There’s a craft session (£3 per child, pre-book) and on the 21st February Little City are going to be there (under 6’s, £9 per child). Finally on the 23rd Feb there’s afternoon tea with Barbie and Spiderman. £15 per ticket.
Hertfordshire half term what’s on guide
Tring Natural History Museum in Hertfordshire is running reptile explorer sessions from the 18th – 20th February. These are free, drop-in sessions. There’s also a bird feeder craft session on the 18th Feb.
Mill Green Museum in Hatfield, Hertfordshire are running their mini millers sessions from the 19th – 21st February. Free with a tour ticket. The mill will be open for tours on the same dates.
The Ashridge estate on the Hertfordshire / Bedfordshire / Buckinghamshire border doesn’t advertise their events any more and this February half term is no exception. They usually have a trail though. Read my review here.
Verulamium Museum and St Albans Museums in Hertfordshire are running various workshops, craft sessions and talks throughout February half term. Some are free and some require pre-booking. Make sure you also check out everything Verulamium park has to offer.
What’s on in Oxfordshire during half term
It’s snowdrop season at Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire throughout February half term. There’s no specific events taking place, but it’s a lovely place for a walk. Have a look at my review here.
Science Oxford have got several family events taking place during the February half term. Each Saturday there are family science days. On the 15th February you can go wild outdoors at Nature Club. On the 20th February there’s a Creature Creations workshop. Read my review here.
You can make a magpie mask (£2 per person) at Upton House near Banbury, Oxfordshire throughout half term (17th – 21st February). There’s also a free Calliope and Clio family trail and It’s another top spot for snowdrops too. Members visit for free.
The Story Museum in Oxford has got loads of different events this February half term (15th – 23rd Feb). There’s various author events, workshops and performances.
There’s a fairy tail themed craft trail at Grey’s Court from the 11th – 23rd February 2025. £2 per child, includes a prize. Read my review of Grey’s Court here.
The Ashmolean Museum in Oxfordshire is running a one world family festival this February half term. It’s on the 22nd – 23rd February and is free. Check out my review of the museum here.
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