FEBRUARY HALF TERM EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Info: Head to the Castle Reception to purchase your activity trail booklet. The trail will take you on a trip around the park to learn more about Purbeck's pirates! During half term there’s also additional activities running on selected dates including a family scrub bash, arts & crafts, dinosaur activities, workshops and a stargazing evening.

Dates: Saturday 14th - Monday 23rd February 2026

Address: Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL

Website: Durlston Country Park

Info: Travel back to the World War II era at Nothe Fort this half term. Complete the wartime activities and collect job stamps. Activities include Soldier School, Assault Course Training, Binoculars Factory Craft, Motorbike Dispatch Rider, Anti-Aircraft Gun Operator, World War II Mouse Hunt, and much more.

Dates: Saturday 14th – Sunday 22nd February 2026

Address: Nothe Fort, Barrack Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8UF

Website: Nothe Fort

Info: Follow the Adventure Quest trail, tackle exiting challenges as you explore the Museum, and claim your prize at the end! Plus, put your problem-solving skills to the test by coding Ozobot robots to overcome obstacles.

Dates: Saturday 14th – Sunday 22nd February 2026

Address: Tank Museum, Linsay Road, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG

Website: Tank Museum

Info: Purchase your map and make you way around the gardens to find all the quiz questions and learn fascinating facts along the way. While you’re looking, find nine ladybird cut-outs, hidden amongst the plants and bushes, complete the trail and claim your prize from the café!

Dates: Saturday 7th Feb - Sunday 22nd February 2026

Address: The Walled Garden, Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8RH

Website: The Walled Garden

Info: Follow the Chinese and Horse themed trails around the historic house and from Tuesday to Thursday, children can make a decoration to celebrate Chinese New Year.

Dates: Saturday 14th – Sunday 22nd February 2026

Address: Russell-Cotes Museum, West Cliff Promenade, West Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3AA

Website: Russell-Cotes Museum

Info: This half term, head to the tipi which is located at the start of the Woodland Walk to plant seeds and get crafty.

Dates: Saturday 14th – Sunday 22nd February 2026

Address: Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4EA

Website: National Trust Kingston Lacy

Info: The team at Lollipops have lots of exciting events planned with a K Pop Demon Hunters Party, Tower Princess Pancake Party and Space Adventure Party.

Dates: Monday 16th – Thursday 19th February 2026

Address: Lollipops Play Café, 16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Dorset, BH4 9EH

Website: Lollipops Play Café

Info: Take part in an indoor trail with activities and if you visit on Tuesday or Thursday then crafts will be available too. And, on Wednesday there’s half price admission for families!

Dates: Sunday 15th - Thursday 19th February 2026

Address: Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe, Dorset, BH23 4LE

Website: Highcliffe Castle

Info: The Pancake Bonanza is a celebration of all things pancakes. Families can enjoy kids’ nature craft activities, a nature trail, competitions, marshmallow toasting, live music, fun messy play area and ride-on tractors.

Dates: Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th February 2026

Address: Gullivers Farm Shop, Station Road, West Moors, Dorset, BH22 0JG

Website: Gullivers Farm Shop

DINO TALES – JURASSIC RESCUE
Date: Thursday 19th February 2026

THE UNICORN LIVE
Date: Sunday 22nd February 2026

Address: Weymouth Pavilion, Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8ED

Website: Weymouth Pavilion

OUT OF THE BOX
Dates: Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th February 2026

Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG

Website: Lighthouse Poole

THE WOW BUBBLE SHOW
Date: Saturday 14th February 2026

Address: The Allendale Centre, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS

Website: The Allendale Centre