Big Adventures for Little Explorers: Cheshire’s Half Term Highlights

Adventure Awaits at Gulliver’s World Resort

Gulliver’s World is kicking off the 2026 season with a huge offer this February Half Term , tickets are just £17 per person with the Early Season Special when booked at least two days in advance!

With a fantastic selection of rides, attractions, and shows every day, Gulliver's World guarantees one of the best family days out in the UK. There’s something for everyone, from the wild adventures of Western World to the high-speed thrills of Gulliver’s Gears, plus the magical new Land of Oz section.

Designed especially for children aged 2–13, it’s the perfect family destination. Guests under 90cm go free, and parking is completely free every time you visit. Want to make your adventure last longer? Stay overnight at the on-site Gulliver’s Hotel in a themed suite or one of their cosy, story-inspired lodges.

Plan your Gulliver's Getaway

Scarecrows, Sports and Soaring Hawks A Tatton Park

Ready… set… go! This year’s famous Scarecrow Festival at Tatton Park takes on a sporty twist. Get active exploring the farm and gardens as you hunt down the many athletic scarecrows, from rowing and throwing to curling, serving, kickflips, backflips, high kicks and wickets! On weekends, enjoy stories about life down on the farm with Aunty Mary and the Miller.

Over the final weekend of half term, Tatton Park will also be celebrating the humble pancake with some flipping fun! Discover where your pancake ingredients come from, meet the chickens who laid the eggs, explore the Mill to learn about flour, and see the fresh milk straight from the shippon. Enjoy pancake-making demonstrations and join the have-a-go flipping competitions at 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm.

The adventure continues with the Mini Land Rover Junior Ranger Trail! Young explorers aged 5–9 can take the wheel of their very own Mini Land Rover on an off-road woodland adventure, completing ten fun Ranger missions along the way. Each checkpoint teaches real outdoor skills and helps children earn their Junior Ranger Badge — the perfect mix of nature, learning, and excitement.

And if that’s not enough, soar to new heights on a Hawk Walk on Sunday 22nd February. Get up close with majestic birds of prey, learn about their hunting techniques, and even experience the thrill of flying them yourself!

Plan your visit to Tatton Park

Launch into February Half Term at Jodrell Bank!

Get ready to be wowed by the brand-new science show, inspired by NASA’s Artemis mission, and spark the imagination of budding astronauts.

Embark on a stellar adventure across the Cheshire countryside with the new embossing-stamp site trail, hunt for stamps to fill your space passport and uncover incredible secrets about the Solar System along the way.

Journey to Mars in the immersive Space Dome show, narrated by Richard Armitage, then channel your curiosity with hands-on cosmic crafts.

For younger space explorers, Ted’s Space Adventure brings the Solar System to life with music, rhymes, and plenty of interactive fun!

Plan your mission to Jodrell Bank

Double the Fun at BeWILDerwood This Half Term!

BeWILDerwood reopens this February and is inviting families to shake off the winter blues, head outdoors, and enjoy some screen-free imaginative play and storytelling with its popular Buy One Get One Free offer returning for a limited time!

From 14th to 22nd February 2026, visitors to BeWILDerwood Cheshire can enjoy a full day of adventure for less, with one free ticket for every paid ticket*.

Perfect for families looking for something a little different this half term, BeWILDerwood offers a magical outdoor experience inspired by the enchanting children’s books. Here, children and grown-ups are encouraged to immerse themselves in the whimsical world of BeWILDerwood, meeting curious characters, climbing through treetop adventures, exploring the woods, and letting imaginations run wild.

Step Into the World of BeWILDerwood

Big Moon. Big Events. Big Fun at Chester Cathedral

The Museum of the Moon artwork by artist Luke Jerram is coming to Chester Cathedral for the first time this February.

From Thursday 12 February to Sunday 15 March 2026, marvel at its beauty or visit one of the many events and activities that will be taking place in the moonlight, including family events, talks, concerts, and more. 

Measuring six metres in diameter, the moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s surface.

The installation is a fusion of lunar imagery, moonlight and surround sound composition created by BAFTA and Ivor Novello award winning composer Dan Jones. Each venue also programmes their own series of lunar inspired events beneath the moon.

Step Into the Moonlight

The Hungry Caterpillar Show is wiggling its way to Storyhouse 

The critically acclaimed show features a menagerie of over 75 magical and larger-than-life puppets, as well as three other beloved Eric Carle stories - Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks and The Very Busy Spider. These beloved tales are brought to life by a captivating cast of storytellers, sweeping original music, and stunning puppetry.

Head to Storyhouse for an unforgettable journey that will delight anyone from ages 1 to 99, as The Very Hungry Caterpillar jumps off the page and onto the stage! It’s truly one VERY magical hour.

From page to stag - don't miss out

Go on a Unicorn Quest This Half Term!

Discover the essence of the Unicorn this February half term at Hole in Wand, Chester! This February marks The Celestial Convergence, a 900 year cycle of Unicorn Magic, where magic is at it's strongest!

During your magical adventure use Unicorn magic to aid your wizard golf quest... Take on 9 magical holes and see if you can spot out all the hidden Unicorn horns here at The Hole In Wand Chester!

Book Your Wizard Golf Adventure

Get Creative and Curious at West Cheshire Museums

Head to Lion Salt Works for some fun, self-led crafts this February Half Term, perfect for little makers looking to get creative! Over at Weaver Hall Museum, budding scientists can take part in the popular Northwich Explorers sessions, featuring hands-on STEM fun.

Join Winter Landscapes to experiment with the science of the season, or Celebrate with Science for exciting, discovery-filled activities. Each one-hour session costs £5 per child, with workshops running at 11am and 12pm.

Get crafty