Explore Hawkstone Park Follies
Hawkstone Park Follies, near Shrewsbury, will open to the public for February half term from Saturday 16th to Sunday 24th February promising a breathtaking day out for the family.
The historic park is celebrating its 20th anniversary since it was restored and re-opened in 1993. Visitors are encouraged to climb the 100ft monument which gives panoramic views across 13 counties, explore the Grotto with its maze of caves and tunnels or simply take in the breath taking views from the terrace or Grotto Hill.
Follies Park Manager Caroline Wellon says: “20 years ago this wonderful landscape was hidden away but following restoration it has been enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year and we are looking forward to welcoming families for some half term fun this February.”
“We have many activities lined up throughout the year to celebrate the anniversary of restoring such a unique attraction.” concludes Caroline.
Admission Prices: Adult £7, Children £4.50, Family (2 + 2) £22 Family (2 + 3) £25.
Please note: Caspian’s Tea Room will not be open due to winter maintenance, however there will be fresh homemade cakes, ice creams and soft drinks available to purchase in the Visitor Centre
Discover the fun of flying at Enginuity
From Saturday 16th until Sunday 24th February families can join drop-in workshops between 10.30am and 3.45pm where paper, card and plastic nose cones will be used to create model rockets of around 30cm in length. The rockets can then be ‘fired’ through a selection of suspended targets from Enginuity’s pneumatic (air powered) launcher.
Families will also be able to join in a range of other fun activities and see a display of flight-related exhibits. Activities will vary from day-to-day and some additional costs will apply.
Open 10am to 5pm Enginuity is one of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. A great value Annual Passport Ticket allowing entry into all ten museums, valid for twelve months and unlimited return visits, costs £23.25 per adult, £18.75 for the 60 plus, £15.25 for students and children and £64 for a family of two adults and all their children aged up to 18 years in full time education (terms and conditions apply); under 5s free.
Get Closer to Nature at Attingham Park this Half Term
As the first traces of spring arrive at Attingham this half term, visitors can enjoy a wide range of adventures from close encounters with birds of prey to atmospheric candlelit walks and activities for budding gardeners.
Half Term Trails – Saturday 16 February – Sunday 24 February, 10am – 4pm. £2.50 per child, includes a prize. Normal admission applies.
Tree Planting: Saturday 16 Feb, 11am – 3pm. £10 per tree, cash only. Normal admission applies to anyone wishing to enter the grounds after this activity.
Hang Out With A Hawk: Sunday 17 Feb, 10am – 4pm. Aerial displays taking place at intervals between 11 and 2 – times tbc on the day. This is a weather dependant event and may be rescheduled at short notice in extreme weather. Normal admission applies.
Trusty’s Tuesday Club “Going Potty”: Tuesday 19 Feb, 10am – 3pm £4 per child, includes a pot to decorate and a plant to take home. Limited numbers of plants available. Normal admission applies.
Snowdrop Evening Walks: Friday 22 – Sunday 24 Feb, 5pm – 8pm Last admission at 7.30pm, sturdy footwear and a torch are essential. Mulled wine and mulled apple juice will be sold at the Bothy at £2.50 a glass –visitors are asked to bring cash. Normal admission applies.
Standard grounds admission charges apply for all events with the exception of Tree Planting, when an admission fee only applies if visitors wish to enter the grounds afterwards. National Trust members and under 5s go free.
Model Half Term Fun – Quick as Lightning
This February Half Term, the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford is inviting families to celebrate one of the great jets of English aviation by participating in a fun model making activity. Taking place from Monday 18th to Friday 22nd February, each visitor will have the opportunity to build their own Airfix 1:72 Lightning, amongst the real aircraft of the Museum.
Modelling sessions will take place alongside the famous Airfix 1:1 scale model Spitfire built by TV presenter James May, as part of his quest to successfully boost the popularity of the hobby amongst the younger generations. You don’t have to be a skilled modeller to take part as staff will be present at all times to lend a hand and to help visitors get the most from their model making.
If you need a little inspiration on how to paint your own model Lightning, why not take a look at the real Lightning, suspended from the ceiling of the Museum’s award winning National Cold War Exhibition. This supersonic jet fighter of the Cold War era was famous for its great speed and ability to climb to high altitudes quickly. Your Airfix model replica will be the perfect momento of a visit well spent.
Model making sessions will be take place in the Museum’s Hangar 1 from 11:00am to 3:00pm each day. Participation is a very affordable £3.00 per person with all materials including kit, glue, paints and brushes provided by the Museum. Tickets are available on the day from the Admissions Desk. Please note, however, that all children wishing to participate in this experience will have to be accompanied by a responsible adult and that children under 8 may need additional assistance from the adult accompanying them.
The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford is open daily from 10am. Entry to the Museum is FREE. Throughout the year there is a wide range of exciting events taking place at the Museum. For further information on this and other events scheduled for 2013, please contact the Museum on 01902 376200 or visit www.rafmuseum.org
Lamb Feeding at Park Hall Countyside Experience
Park Hall Countyside Experience near Oswestry is one of the region’s most exciting all weather family visitor attractions.
With regular hands-on animal activities, two massive indoor playbarns, lots of outdoor play and driving activities there is never a dull moment for the kids.
Feeding the new season’s lambs is just one of the activities families can take part in this February half term.
Lamb Feeding starts on 15th February (Open Daily 15th-24th Feb) 10.00am-4.00pm.
Entry into Park Hall Countyside Experience is: Adult £7.45, Child (from 2-16), £7.45, Student £6.95, OAP & Disabled £6.95. A family pass (2 adults & 2 children) is £29.00.
Chinese Year of the Snake activities at Coalport China Museum
Oriental themed family workshops and activities celebrating the Chinese Year of the Snake are being staged at Coalport China Museum in Shropshire’s Ironbridge Gorge during the February school half-term.
Go along on Monday 18th February and join drop-in workshops to paint a mug with your own Chinese zodiac sign, while from Tuesday to Friday, 19th – 22nd February, try your hand at modelling slippery snakes from clay. There’s also a chance to solve Chinese puzzles, read storybooks and follow a Chinese Zodiac trail around the museum; activities will vary from day-to-day.
The half-term workshops at Coalport China Museum will be held from 11am until 1pm and 2pm until 4pm; ceramic activities carry an additional fee of £4 per item plus £3 if you want your item sent to your home after firing.
Open 10am to 5pm, Coalport China Museum is one of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. A great value Annual Passport Ticket allowing entry into all ten museums, valid for twelve months and unlimited return visits, costs £23.25 per adult, £18.75 for the 60 plus, £15.25 for students and children and £64 for a family of two adults and all their children aged up to 18 years in full time education (terms and conditions apply); under 5s free.
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