HALF TERM ACTIVITIES

May half term is nearly here and with warmer weather to come, it’s time to start heading out to the great value attractions dotted around the county. Many are geared up for brilliant half term activities with lots of interactive things to do or see, while other venues offer superb family days out for this holiday and beyond. Take a look, then relax knowing you’ve got your family fun time covered!

GEAR UP FOR A GIANT ADVENTURE AT GULLIVER’S WORLD WARRINGTON THIS SUMMER!

Have A Hoot At Bewilderwood Cheshire This Half Term

Round up the family and head to BeWILDerwood this half term to enjoy their sparkly new event Such a Hoot, running until 30th June. Meet new characters, see a brand-new story at the Storytelling Stage, get your faces painted and get crafty in the Big Hat - all included in your ticket! As well as all the fun free activities you can also discover slippery slides, wobbly zip wires, muddled mazes, plus lots, lots more whilst on your WILD adventure! BeWILDerwood Cheshire is open from 10am-5pm, with most explorers spending all day running WILD! Tickets can be purchased online or on arrival.

W: www.bewilderwood.co.uk

DO YOU BELIEVE IN FAIRIES?

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the Flower Fairies from Cicely Mary Barker’s well-loved, nature-inspired storybooks, at the Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight. The new exhibition features more than 40 original illustrations and celebrates 100 years of the Fairies. Go and experience the magic, Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm and Mondays during local, school holidays until 5th November. Book online. Tickets are free with a suggested donation of £3 to £5. W: liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/flowerfairies

Take to the track with a brand-new racing themed area, featuring the Grand Prix Racers Rollercoaster and a stomach-churning 360° thrill ride Overdrive. Grand Prix Racers is the perfect rollercoaster for young thrill seekers. Buckle up for twists and turns that are sure to get the entire families pulses racing. Overdrive is the first ride of its kind at Gulliver’s World. Will you brave their most daring attraction that will turn your world upside down? Plus, there’s photo opportunities on a podium with Gully and Gilly Mouse, a play area for toddlers, carinspired music and so much more!

W: www.gulliversworldresort.co.uk

Break Away From The Crowds And Be Inspired By Essex

Essex makes for the perfect family getaway, with the warmest climate, rolling countryside, 350 miles of coast and over 200 attractions. Visit the world’s longest pleasure pier, spend time on the beach and go wild at Adventure Island amusement park in Southend. Visit the Roman city of Colchester where you can visit Colchester Castle, Colchester Zoo, take a rowing boat in Dedham or hunt for shark teeth at Cudmore Grove country park. Why not hop on board one of the many steam trains, go seal watching, or take shade in award winning museums. For places to stay, check out Waldegraves holiday park, Park Inn Southend for great coastal views or Talliston House accommodation, based on a novel about magic and mystery. Stay in a castle; Hedingham Castle offers unique accommodation and it’s also a great place to visit with its own escape room and jousting events. There is great glamping too!

W: www.visitessex.com

THE ATKINSON - PUTTING FAMILIES AT THE HEART OF WHAT THEY DO

The Atkinson in Southport offers a fun, creative and varied day out, with lots to do under one roof (and for free too!). Be inspired in the galleries and discover an impressive variety of artworks on display - painting, sculpture, digital art and more. You can get creative too, there are always activities in the gallery ‘Art Box’ including artist led craft sessions for children. In the Theatre, families can enjoy seasonal pantomimes, magic shows, music and dance, as well as adaptations from best-selling authors. Every seat in the auditorium has a great view of the stage and booster seats are available for little ones. Plan your visit online.

W: www.theatkinson.co.uk

Return Of The Gods At World Museum Liverpool

Discover the stories of the original influencers, the Olympian gods, and a world where they were a part of everyday life. Enter their mythical world and explore the lives, loves and legacies of the Ancient Greek and Roman gods, in the epic exhibition Return of the Gods at World Museum, Liverpool. Myths come to life as you learn how Apollo, god of music, slayed a snake to build his temple and Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, turned a shepherd into a stag so she could bathe in peace. Discover which mythical symbols can still be seen in our everyday lives too. Members and under 17 years olds go free. Book online.

W: liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/returnofthegods