What’s on For Families this May Half Term in and around East Cheshire. Includes –
Events
Days Out
Clubs and Camps
Free Stuff
More!!
Join the Soopa Sock Party at BeWILDerwood this May Half Term
Discover BeWILDerwood this May half term!
Venture down to the woods and find out all about the Grubbles who have just arrived in the woods for the Soopa Sock Party. Why not join the party too and wear your favourite red socks (just like the ones the Grubbles mend and dye) and receive a treat!
Don’t forget to head to the Storytelling Stage to learn more about the Grubbles during your adventure. Book your tickets today on the BeWILDerwood website.
Wild West Sundown Edition
31st May 2024
Saddle up partners and step into the Wild West for a thrilling family Sundown Event, exclusivly at Cockfields Farm, Ye Ha!!
Dust off your hats and boots and mosey on down to our farm for a rootin tootin good time!
Come on down for a night packed full of fun and games with…
Live Country Music from Between the Vines
Wild West Games in ‘The Ranch’ – Tin Can Alley, Catus Toss, Practice your lasso skills, Target Practice.
Hoedown Mini Disco with Cowgirl Liv
Food and Drink Trucks
Fancy Dress Encouraged
Dont miss out on the most rootin tootin this side of the Rocky Mountains!
Giddy up, join the fun and grab your tickets for a rip roaring good time at Cockfields.
Wild West Comes to Cockfields
25th May – 9th June 2024
Saddle up partners and step into the Wild West for a thrilling family fun day at Cockfields Farm, Ye Ha!!
Dust off your hats and boots and mosey on down to our farm for a rootin tootin good time!
Come on down for a fun packed day with
Wild West Games in ‘The Ranch’ – Tin Can Alley, Catus Toss, Practice your lasso skills, Target Practice.
Cowboy Training Show
Pan for Gold
Take a trip to the Saloon bar and grab a free Moonshine (Lemonade)
Fancy Dress Encouraged
Dont miss out on the most rootin tootin this side of the Rocky Mountains!
Giddy up, join the fun and grab your tickets for a rip roaring good time at Cockfields.
An unforgettable day of interactive family activities! Step into the world of medieval royalty and explore the tales of kings and experience the excitement of a medieval coronation. Delve into history and immerse yourselves in the grandeur of castle life this half-term.
Book online and save 15%.
Sat 25 May – Sun 2 Jun 2024
Chapel Ln, Tarporley CW6 9TX
Grange Rd, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent ST8 7SD
FREE Mascot Meet & Greet
Sunday, 26th May 2024
The Mini Petting Farm (located in the courtyard).
Meet and greet with goats, lambs, chickens, pigs, rabbits, and a donkey!
Monday, 27th May 2024
Chester Rd, Northwich CW8 2EB
Spring Spectacular
Saturday 25th, Sunday 26th & Monday 27th May 2024 10am to 5pm
Stalls, Children’s rides, Face Painter and balloon modeller on the Promenade.
Rowing boats and pedalos for hire on the boating lake.
Miniature train rides and adventure playgrounds in the gardens.
Inflatable Fun Time in the Octagon Hall
28th-31st May 2024
“Bramhall’s Amusements” Children’s Inflatable Fun in the Octagon Hall!
Session Times:
9.30am – 11.30am
12.00pm – 2.00pm
2.30pm – 4.30pm
(Some dates may be subject to time changes)
5-13 Burlington Rd, Buxton SK17 6JR
Half Term Nature Explorers BioBlitz
Wednesday 29th May 2024
Calling all intrepid nature explorers! On Wednesday 29th May join the team of nature wizards where, in conjunction with Chester University, you will take part in a whole host of nature and biodiversity based activities.
Cheshire, Malpas SY14 8ET
Awaiting details of 2024 events – please check back
Cheshire, Macclesfield SK10 4PY
BRAND NEW science show coming in to land at Jodrell Bank this May Half Term!
Travel the cosmos and learn about the Universe at “Curious Kids: Solar System Spectacular”, our Explainer Team becoming your trusty guides through the majesty of space!
25th May – 2nd June 2024
Bomish Ln, Cheshire, Macclesfield SK11 9DW
Activities for families this May Half Term –
Bird Feeders
Free, donations welcome.
Make a bird-feeder to take home and attract wildlife
28 May 2024 @ 11.00am – 2.00pm and 29 May 2024 @ 11.00am – 2.00pm
Marston Canal Festival
25 May – 26 May 2024 11am-4pm
As part of Marston Canal Festival Lion Salt Works will take part in a weekend celebrating the rich history of the waterway that runs though the village and it’s importance in the production of salt. Join us for crafts, live performances, food and the opportunity to see some of our usually unseen collection.
Ollershaw Lane, Marston Northwich Cheshire
Awaiting details of 2024 events – please check back
Newcastle Rd, Congleton CW12 4SD
25 May – 16 June 2024 10.30am – 4pm
Garden Guardians
Learn how to be a Garden Guardian and earn your first Looking after Lyme Badge. Pick up your Guardian Guide from the Ticket Office or Lyme shops which is buzzing with activities and games for both the young and young at heart. Follow the trail for imaginative play and sensory activities
Will you…
Join the Bug Ball?
Take a Bug’s Eye View?
Win the game of I-Spy?
The Hive
What’s the buzz in Crow Wood? Welcome to The Hive to learn all about our VIPs – Very Important Pollinators – challenge your friends and family with waggle dances, races, and pollinator games!
Bogtastic Van is back
29th May 2024: 9am – 4pm.
No need to book – just turn up on the day.
Join Moors for the Future and the Bogtastic Van at Lyme.
The first ever ‘moor in a van’ – the Bogtastic mobile exhibition vehicle – travels the Peak District and South Pennines welcoming visitors to experience the sights and sounds of our iconic uplands. The van is full of interesting and exciting games, videos and interactive experiences to educate and inspire everyone about the mysterious world of blanket bogs; where bizarre plants live alongside magical animals. It’s a great way to get a hands-on understanding of the landscape on your doorstep!
Inclusive play
Quiet times
If you’re looking for a quieter time we would recommend visiting in the week. Weekends can by busy, but there is plenty of space at Lyme to find a calmer space.
Activities
Busy bee boards in the outdoors
Throughout the garden interact with the sensory pollinator-themed boards. Perfect for Baby and Toddler play or children who like to experience the world with their hands.
In the house
Pick up a little book of Lyme for bite-sized information around the house
Collect a sensory bag from the house complete with ear defenders, fidget toys, and a feelings fan available to borrow.
Disley, Stockport SK12 2NR
May Half Term Events/Activities –
Saturday 25 May – Sunday 2 June 2024
Outdoor trail – Oh no! The apprentices have hung their washing out to dry, but the wind has whisked it all away! As you explore the gardens and Mill Meadow, see if you can find all the giant pieces of clothing you can spot.
Mill indoor trail – the mice in the mill are helping us here and there. How many can you count? Find the answer in the Mill Yard Shop.
Activities on the fourth floor of the Mill – Calling all Fashionistas! Come and discover how your clothing is made and get hands on with some of the processes. Activities will be hosted on Saturday 25 – Monday 27 May and Saturday 1- Sunday 2 June 2024 only.
Create your own fashion designs in the learning space. Available Monday 27 to Friday 31 May 2024 11.00am – 4.00pm
Admission charges apply. Free entry for National Trust members.
Styal Rd, Styal, Wilmslow Cheshire SK9 4HP
The UK’s most realistic walking Dinosaurs are coming to Reddish Vale Farm this Summer!!
Country Park, Reddish Vale Rd, Stockport SK5 7HE
May Half term: Family Gardening Festival
Family Garden Trail
Saturday 25 May – Sunday 2 June 2024
Explore a year of family gardening: handy tips on what to do and when, allowing everyone to get gardening together. Throughout the garden.
Storytelling with Colour the Clouds
27 and 28 May 2024
30-minute sessions at 11am, 12noon, 1.30pm, 2.30pm in the marquee.
Listen and join in the storytelling with Colour the Clouds.
Imaginative storytelling
31 May 2024
11am – 3pm drop-in sessions in the marquee
Join Magical StoryJars to create your own adventure based on their story ideas.
Garden Adventure
1 June 2024
11am, 12.15pm and 1.30pm
Head to the garden for an adventure for little explorers
Plus various other planting and crafting activities in the marquee.
RHS Garden Bridgewater, Occupation Rd, Worsley, Manchester M28 2LJ
Friday 24th May 2024 Thunderbirds are go! Launch party from 4.00 – 6.00 pm
Saturday 25th May 2024 Friendship bracelet craft. Drop in between 1.30 – 4.00.
Sunday 26th May 2024 Learn to stitch with laces with the artists from Textile21. Free, drop-in, 11.00 – 3.00
Wednesday 29th May 2024 Family Silk Experience, 10.00 – 12.00 (booking required)
Wednesday 29th May 2024 Friendship bracelet craft. Drop in between 1.30 – 4.00
Saturday 1st June 2024 Intertwine workshop. Drop in between 1.30 – 3.30
Park Ln, Macclesfield SK11 6TJ
Shaun the Sheep: Find the Flock at Tatton Park
Friday 29 March – Sunday 23 June 2024
Spring into baa-rilliant adventures with Shaun the Sheep on a colourful arts trail in our blooming gardens! Can ewe find them all?
Little Grey Fergie at the Farm
Friday 29 March – Sunday 27 October 2024
Say hello to Little Grey Fergie; the clever little grey tractor who can move all by himself.
Segway Experience
Friday 24 – Monday 27 May 2024
Try a Segway experience, environmentally friendly, fun-filled machines create a fantastic day out.
Junior Farmers
Tuesday 28 May 2024
Become a member of our team and explore the important work that goes into the running of the farm and caring for the animals.
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire WA166QN
Walk an Alpaca
Walk an alpaca and join Mally, Jim and Topaz, our three amigos on these ever popular alpaca walks. Take in the beautiful Cheshire estate, while enjoying the company of our beautiful alpaca.
26th May 2024 9.30-10.30am
Zoo Keeper Experience
Discover what working in the children’s zoo is really like. Starting off by cleaning out the stables, then learn about what the animals eat and meet some of the friendly zoo residents.
27th May 2024 10.30-12pm and 12.20-2pm
Walton Lea Rd, Higher Walton, Warrington Cheshire WA4 6SN
May Half term Events –
Superstar Selfies
Free, donations welcome.
Put yourself in the frame of your favourite superhero or dream setting.
29 May 2024 @ 10.00am – 1.00pm and 30 May 2024 @ 10.00am – 1.00pm
162 London Rd, Northwich Cheshire CW9 8AB
