Caphouse Creators is a fun monthly activity club here young people aged 8-14 get the opportunity to get creative, learn new skills and work with authentic materials using traditional techniques....
Fun creative session for 2-5 year olds and their adults. Wear messy clothes and feel free to bring your child a drink and small snack - in case they need...
There’s loads going on to entertain you and all the family this February half term at Fairburn Ings! We’ve got a led nest box building session at each site (Thurs...
Wakefield Museum has gone Egyptian mad with the opening of Gateway to Eternity: Death and the Afterlife in Ancient Egypt (exhibition running until July 2020) where you can step inside a recreated...
A fun activity that everyone can join in with! Whether handling museum objects or taking part in an exciting craft activity, there’s something different to do every Saturday. What will...
Diggerland is the Ultimate Adventure UK Theme Park Experience where children and adults alike can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers, dumpers and other full- size construction machinery. Diggerland with...
This February half term, show your love and appreciation for our adorable yet very mischievous meerkat mob. Join us for feeding time and interactive talks from our amazing keepers at...
This February half-term, there’s fun for all the family at Stockeld Park! The park is open from 15th – 23rd of February with plenty to keep the whole family entertained. Get active...
Join us as we celebrate 100 years of Miners’ Welfare, getting hands-on with our mining-themed activities! Lots of different activities and events on every day of the February Half Term...
Join us this February half term and explore our exciting new exhibit featuring Red lionfish, Dog faced pufferfish, Leopard moray eels and more! Learn about how climate change is affecting...
100 sheep will be giving birth to hundreds of lambs at Cannon Hall Farm Activities include talks from the shepherds, lamb bottle feeding demonstrations, tractor rides, soft play and sheep...
Join us for a lively activity session that everyone can take part in! There is something different to do every week, from handling museum objects to getting creative with a...
Get hands on with some creative crafts or take the rare opportunity to handle our precious museum objects. There’s something different to do every Saturday. While you’re visiting, try out...
All children who visit us in fancy dress between Saturday 15 February and Sunday 23 February will travel for HALF PRICE. That’s just £3! In addition to the kids’ half...
Running between 11am and 4pm (weather permitting) Pugneys Light Railway is a family friendly activity to add onto your walk around Pugneys Country Park!
Learn about ancient history by exploring the weapons left behind by our prehistoric ancestors. Create mini bows and arrows, and a replica axe to take home with you! This is...
See Perenbast, the mummy of a woman who lived over 2500 years ago and make a pop-up mummy card for your mummy, or daddy, a friend or even your teacher....
Wakefield’s Festival of Food, Drink & Rhubarb makes a welcome return to the city centre this February half-term, offering plenty of foodie-themed fun and entertainment for all to enjoy over...
Juniper Foodwise family cookery sessions.
Get stuck in a make your own sticky bird feeder to take home. This is a free, drop in activity, but normal admission prices apply
Join ARTventurers for our Arts, Crafts and Creative play sessions for babies and children in Wakefield. These February holidays we’ll be exploring, creating, crafting, singing and dancing inspired by Frozen....
Discover why the Ancient Egyptians revered scarab beetles so much and make your own clay scarab sculpture to keep. This workshop is for ages 6-11 years. This is a free...
Pontefract Library is getting messy this half term with a slimy & sticky slime making session! This is a free activity but booking essential
Lion Learners – Meet the animals!
Work and play together to build sculptures inspired by artist in the Park. Stack, balance, join and arrange out in the fresh air! 11:00am – 12:00pm & 13:30pm – 14:30pm...
Very Hungry Caterpillar Story Time 9:30am Kitchen Zoo presents Wolf 11am & 1pm
Visit the museum to discover some amazing, amusing and astonishing facts about Pontfract, then make a guessing game to take home with you! This is a free, drop in activity
Come and have a go at Pontefract Castle’s fun half term crafts in the Activity Zone at the castle. This is a free, drop in event and you do not...
Come along to build your own mini bird box in a match box This is a free, drop in activity, but normal admission prices apply
Juniper Foodwise family cookery sessions
Take a trip through time on Castleford Museum’s very special Iron Age Day. Become an Iron Age warrior for the day and learn all about life in the Iron Age....
Give nature a helping hand as wildlife blossoms and birds find their song ready for spring. Make your masterpiece after a fun guided walk around the gardens in search of...
A wonderful opportunity to come and see the Yorkshire Owl Experience. You will get the chance to learn lots of interesting facts as well as handle the owls. This is...
Juniper Foodwise family cookery sessions
Family Crafts and Lunch 10am – 2pm John Clewarth children’s author visit 11:30am
In Ancient Egypt the fan was a necessary piece of equipment, intended to provide shade as well as a cooling breeze. Come along and make a decorated fan inspired by...
Very Hungry Caterpillar Story Time
Families are invited to join us for this special workshop at Wakefield Museum as we celebrate the history of rhubarb growing in our region! Each family will mix together the...
Playful Sculpture Walk at 12:45pm & 2:30pm Wrap up warm and get your family outside this Winter. Let our artist take you on a playful and interactive walk to wake...
Browse 50+ stalls full of items for ages up to 10 years at bargain prices. If you are looking for quality preloved baby and children's clothes, toys and equipment at...
There was an old lady who swallowed a fly (ages 2 years +)
Poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko have joined forces to write and perform an interactive musical show for children, aged 4-11, and families – Mole & Gecko: THE SHOW...
Come along to Wakefield’s Baby Week 2020, hosted by The Ridings Shopping Centre, FAB and Wakefield Mumbler!! There will be lots of support and advice for those expecting a baby and parents and...
From farm animals to live entertainment with Mr Bloom from CBeebies and his band, all activities are FREE once inside the event which celebrates farming, food and the countryside. This...
Tune into The Gruffalo Facebook page at 4pm every Thursday to join Julia Donaldson on her weekly podcast!! Source: The Gruffalo facebook page
Chester Zoo open its virtual gates for a 2nd time!! Join to watch on Facebook here Join to watch on You Tube here 10:00 Meerkats (WARNING: There may...
Mr Men and Little Miss
Exciting Science (ages 4 years +)
Velveteen Rabbit (ages 4 – 7 years)
Your warm Wakefield Girls' welcome awaits! We've been educating girls through challenging times for close to 150 years - join us now to see how Wakefield Girls’ can help your...
Yorkshire Born Yorkshire Fed 5* Weaning Workshop covers all you need to know about introducing solid food as well as providing support throughout your weaning journey. Ideal for parents and...
Funfair with wristband ride system Pay £4.99 and go on every ride, extras for food, stalls and bungee trampolines Pre-bookable 2 hour sessions 15th April - 25th April Weekdays -...
Rides for all the family at Jacobs Well Road (Rear of Jet Garage, next to Trinity Shopping Centre) Rides including high roller, hell blazer, infinity, twister, dodgems Entry £1.00 /...
Free, weekly 2km timed parkrun for 4 - 10 year olds on Sundays at Pontefract Racecourse Please note that due to current restrictions the maximum age for Junior Parkrun is...
Coxley Engine house Easter (yes we know its a bit late!) Egg Hunt will on the 3rd of May at 2pm. Pleases call to book your FAMILY group in this...
We are encouraging as many of you as possible to come down to Junction 32 shopping village to say hello to the team and find out more about how you...
Do you know first aid for your baby, children or grandchildren? Would you like to learn lifesaving skills in case you are ever faced with a scary medical emergency? This...
For 2022 Pontefract funfair click here Thursday 13th - Sunday 16th May 2021 at Pontefract Park £1 entry, each ride £2-£3 Weekdays 4pm - 9pm Saturday midday...
Join us to explore the World of Humanities. While looking at leaders and figures who have changed the world through the lenses of Geography, History and Religious Studies you will...
19th May – 6th June 2021 We are back on tour in our big top this year and heading your way with ‘Isabelles Tour!’ – a brand new show...
