An immersive lighting spectacle, a birthday bash for Dippy the Dinosaur, and exploring the car of the future form part of a bumper line-up of activities for families in Warwickshire this February half-term.
The tourism body for south Warwickshire, Shakespeare’s England, has unveiled its top activities for families for the first school holiday of the year, most of which average out at no more than £15 per head.
5. Top things to do in South Warwickshire over February half-term
More Tudor adventures at St Mary’s Guildhall St Mary’s Guildhall, which dates back to 1342, is inviting youngsters to be immersed in the 16th century with activities exploring what life was like for Tudor families during the spring. The award-winning venue, which completed a £6m renovation in 2022, is hosting "Blooms and Tudor Spring Traditions" from Saturday, February 10 until Sunday, February 18. Tudor food is also on the menu as families are invited to step into the midst of Lent and discover unique culinary habits in the countdown to Easter.
A family ticket for two adults and up to three children is £26. To book visit https://stmarysguildhall-tickets.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173640059/events/428540895 Photo: Picture supplied
6. Top things to do in South Warwickshire over February half-term
Explore the future of cars with the British Motor Museum’s resident scientists Discover a range of energy experiments in the scientists’ lab at the Project Energise science show before moving on to The Energy Family Tour to see different energies within cars, and eventually getting hands-on in the Learning Hub to build the car of the future. Availability between Saturday, February 10th and Sunday, February 25th. Prices for two adults and up to three children is £43 when booked online at www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk Photo: Picture supplied
7. Top things to do in South Warwickshire over February half-term
Aim high at Warwick Castle’s Festival of Archery Watch bows bend and arrows soar as expert archers take on a series of daring challenges and interactive quizzes, with visitors also invited to have a go at archery themselves. While in the castle’s 64-acre grounds, families can also explore Zog Playland, get lost in the Horrible Histories Maze, and marvel at the Winter Bird of Prey display. Festival of Archery takes place between Saturday, February 10th and Monday, February 19th, 10am to 4pm. Day passes start from £25 each when booked online in advance at https://www.warwick-castle.com/explore/events/february-half-term/#tickets Photo: National World
8. Top things do do in South Warwickshire over February half-term
Make history at Kenilworth Castle Medieval history fans can find out what it takes to go from squire to knight by learning the required etiquette and attending a family-friendly sword school. Those who are successful will have the title of knight bestowed upon them by the king. Takes place between Saturday, February 10th and Sunday, February 18th, 10am to 4pm. Free for English Heritage members, or family tickets range from £22.50 to £36.50 and can be booked at www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/kenilworth-castle-half-term-history-makers-10-18-feb-24 Photo: English Heritage