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...
Join us for a fun and friendly half hour of stories and nursery rhymes for under 5's. Numbers are limited and booking is essential so call 01977 722085 or call...
This Festival of Sport offers a plethora of enrichment activities including both traditional and creative games. Join us for Indoor Cricket, Just Dance and Problem Solving activities, as well as...
Join us for a fun event filled and get to know more about Wakefield Girls as you roll up your sleeves for practical hands-on food preparation as well as learning...
Colour, craft & create at our weekly family craft sessions every Saturday Please call 01924 303130 to pre-book your place
The UK's Largest Inflatable Play Park is coming to Leeds! Family session where you can battle it out head to head. Take on the kids & see who wins or...
Free, weekly 2km timed parkrun for 4 – 10 year olds on Sundays at Thornes Park Please note that due to current restrictions the maximum age for Junior Parkrun is...
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...
Collect your take & make Elmer activity pack in celebration of Elmer day 2021!!
An outdoor forest school and outdoor play provision that is very friendly and lots of fun. We will listen to a story, create a craft and learn about nature....
We're offering all local residents with a home postcode in: HD8, HD9, HD4, S75, S36 or WF4 HALF PRICE TRAVEL on Bank Holiday Monday (31st May 2021). If you're resident...
Half term week at Castleford library will be filled with clever crafts and regal Romans! Join for Roman mosaic crafts at 10:30am – 11:00am every day or collect an activity...
Half term week at Castleford library will be filled with clever crafts and regal Romans! Join for Roman mosaic crafts at 10:30am – 11:00am every day or collect an activity...
The Wildlife Discovery Walk is a fantastic opportunity for young explorers to learn more about the spectacular wildlife here at Fairburn Ings. Join Ranger Alan on a walk around our...
We are SuPeR excited to announce the arrival of Meep, Peep and Gimley's babies! Come and meet these adorable babies, enjoy a chick craft activity and play! Time Slots: 9.30-11,...
