What's on in Cheshire this February Half Term

February half-term in Cheshire promises a week full of family-friendly fun, offering something for everyone to enjoy. From interactive activities at local museums and historic houses to outdoor adventures in the region's beautiful parks and nature reserves, there’s no shortage of things to do. Whether you’re looking for a day out exploring or a relaxing break, Cheshire is the perfect destination for making memories this half term. Check back frequently as more events will be added soon.

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Buy One Get One Free Offer at BeWILDerwood!

Let the 2025 adventures begin! With the snowy conditions making winter feel endless, here’s something to look forward to – the reopening of BeWILDerwood this February! To celebrate, the woodland’s amazing Buy One Get One Free (cheapest ticket free*) offer is back at both parks!
Scarecrow Festival

Visit the Gardens and Farm this half term for the Fairytale themed Scarecrow Festival – Fee-fi-fo-Fun for all the family! how many will you find?
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Kids Go Free with Transport for Wales

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Astronomy Photographer of the Year

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Exhibition

Macclesfield

Travel to the edge of the universe in astounding detail at the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition, coming to Jodrell Bank this October and free with admission.

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26 Oct 2024to27 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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New Dome Show: The Great Solar System Adventure!

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Family Friendly

Macclesfield

See the Jodrell Bank Space Dome transformed in a spellbinding journey to the stars! A new immersive adventure, prepare to be amazed as you learn about the wonders of our Solar System.

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11 Jan 2025to28 Feb 2025Various Opening Times

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Sci-fi Film Season

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Film

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Warm up at Jodrell and settle in for a month of sci-fi films in our Space Dome.

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11 Jan 2025to23 Feb 2025

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Animation Club

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Workshop

Winsford

Explore a variety of animation techniques, from LEGO stop-motion to digital animation using videos and photos. Parents and/or guardians are welcome to join in, making it a fun experience for all!

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13 Jan 2025to24 Feb 2025Open 16:00 - 17:20

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13 Jan 2025to24 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 18:40

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Crewe//Creates: Art Space Family Drop-In Workshop

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Crewe

Crewe's town centre becomes a creative playground as shopping streets become Crewe//Makes avenues for art, there are free opportunities to get hands-on with art materials in the company of Crewe//Makes: Art Space artist-in-residence and specialist…

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18 Jan 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
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25 Jan 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
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8 Feb 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
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15 Feb 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
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22 Feb 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00

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Mars at the Museum

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Exhibition

Manor Park, Runcorn

Mars, Luke Jerram’s mesmerising planetary art installation, moves into a new orbit at Norton Priory Museum and Gardens in Runcorn, Cheshire, for a six week visit from Tuesday 28 January to Sunday 9 March 2025.
Following the incredible success of…

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28 Jan 2025to9 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Scarecrow Festival

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Family Friendly

Knutsford

Visit the Gardens and Farm this half term for the Fairytale themed Scarecrow Festival – Fee-fi-fo-Fun for all the family!
how many will you find?

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15 Feb 2025to2 Mar 2025

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The Parent Agency - The Musical

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Chester

A brand new British musical based on David Baddiel’s bestselling book, with music by Dan Gillespie-Sells (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie), premiering at Storyhouse in February.

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15 Feb 2025to2 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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February Half Term at Jodrell Bank

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Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Ignite curiosity this half term with a week of wonder! Featuring new science show ‘Magic vs Science’, free site trail ‘Star Hunter’, space crafts and TED is back for pre-schoolers in the space dome!

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15 Feb 2025to23 Feb 2025

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Poppy Fields by Luxmuralis

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Indoor

Chester

Chester Cathedral is delighted to welcome Luxmuralis back to the Cathedral in 2025 with a brand-new show for Chester - Poppy Fields.
Poppy Fields will be a poignant and moving sound and light show that will take you on an immersive journey through…

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18 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 21:00
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19 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 21:00
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20 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 21:00
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21 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 21:00
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22 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 21:00

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Drop-in craft activities at Weaver Hall Museum

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Northwich

Drop-in Family Crafts over the Holidays:
Designed by Cheshire West Libraries.

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18 Feb 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
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7 Apr 2025to8 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30

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14 Apr 2025to15 Apr 2025Various Opening Times

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26 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
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27 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Dome Show: Ted’s Space Adventure

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Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Join Ted and Plant for an enchanting journey through the Solar System in the Space Dome!

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19 Feb 2025

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Northwich Explorers - Winter Landscapes

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Create your own winter landscape using different printing, painting and silhouette collaging techniques.

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19 Feb 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
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19 Feb 2025Open 12:00 - 01:00

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Drop-in Polar Bear themed craft at The Lion Salt Works

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Northwich

Join us at The Lion Salt Works for a Polar bear handprint craft.

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19 Feb 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
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20 Feb 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Children's Ghost Walk

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Guided Walk

Chester

£10 per adult Two Children free.
Join Tour guide Ann Coward for a family friendly Ghost Walk on Thursday 20 February 5.30pm-7pm. Meet at Chester Town Hall steps.

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20 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 19:00

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Drop-in Penguin themed craft activity at Weaver Hall Museum

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Northwich

Join us at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse and make your own Rocking paper plate penguin craft.

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20 Feb 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
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21 Feb 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Northwich Explorers - Moving cam toys

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Make a moving cam toy.

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21 Feb 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
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21 Feb 2025Open 12:00 - 01:00

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