MAY HALF TERM EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

NOTHE FORT PIRATE WEEK

Info: Set sail for a week of pirate-themed fun with a pirate treasure hunt, parade ground pirate ship, buccaneer games, pirate dress up, family activities, and more!

Dates: Saturday 23rd – Sunday 31st May 2026

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

Website: Nothe Fort

ABBOTSBURY SWANNERY BRAMLEY HEDGE STORY TRAIL

Info: The trail takes visitors around the Swannery grounds, to discover more about the swans and the adventurous mice. Designed for families to enjoy, the trail includes interactive activities, stamp points and questions to answer, all alongside the swans and discovering more about the unique Swannery.

Dates: Saturday 14th March – Saturday 31st October 2026

Address: Abbotsbury Swannery, New Barn Road, Abbotsbury, Dorset, DT3 4JG

Website: Abbotsbury Swannery

HIGHCLIFFE CASTLE CREATIVE KIDS

Info: The indoor trail will be running from Sunday to Thursday along with activities in the Castle. Crafts are available on Tuesday and Thursday and this is included in Castle admission. On Wednesday, enjoy 50% off admission at the special family day.

Dates: Sunday 24th - Sunday 31st May 2026

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

Website: Highcliffe Castle

RUSSELL COTES MUSEUM TRAIL & CRAFTS

Info: Follow the nature and animal themed trails around the historic house or take part in the garden trail. Children can also enjoy nature themed crafts from Tuesday to Thursday.

Dates: Saturday 23rd – Sunday 31st May 2026

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

Website: Russell-Cotes Museum

WIPEOUT WORLD

Info: 2 hours of non-stop inflatable action for kids aged 4–14 years. With giant obstacle courses, the wipeout sweeper, big red balls, slides, gladiator duels and loads more.

Dates: Saturday 23rd – Sunday 31st May 2026

Address: Littledown Centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7DX

Facebook: Wipeout World