Are you looking for some way to keep the kids entertained without having to fork out lots of money for it? This year's February half term is from Monday, February 13 until February 19, and there are lots of activities in Bristol that are free of charge for children.
This current climate we're in means it's not possible for everyone to pay for each day of February half term. If you're stuck on what to do in Bristol, there are arts and crafts sessions, exhibitions and trails for children to enjoy while on their break from school.
Here's a list of half term activities in Bristol where kids go free.
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Kids go free at Slapstick film screenings
Slapstick is recognising the cost of living crisis and the expense of keeping children entertained during half term by introducing a 'Kids Go Free' offer on its screenings next week at the old IMAX cinema, off Anchor Road. The offer extends to showing of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (2pm, February 14) and Mary Poppins (10.30am, February 15). The offer goes live on February 8 and will give free cinema entry to up to four under 14s for every adult ticket bought.
There is limited availability. A full-sized replica of the magical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang car will also be on free public view in Anchor Square from noon till 2pm prior to the screening on Valentine's Day. To book, head to the Slapstick website: https://slapstick.org.uk/.
Family day at Bristol Old Vic
Bristol Old Vic is hosting a free family day on Monday, February 13 inspired by Mog the Cat, with the theatre's heritage team bringing a programme of activities throughout the day including a trail, story time, dress up and crafts. The drop-in event, held from 11am until 3pm, is in line with the theatre's production of Mog the Forgetful Cat showing during half term.
Winter Sessions
Redcliffe Winter Sessions are offering a jam-packed afternoon of sports, arts and crafts, cultural language, poetry reading and dancing. The children will be supervised by trusted youth workers and will be given a meal and bottle of water. Everyday from 2pm until 6pm, suitable for Years 4, 5 and 6 at BS1 6TB, more information here.
Valentine's crafts at Bristol Cathedral
Bristol Cathedral is inviting children to get stuck into some Valentine's crafts on Wednesday, February 15. Children aged 2-11 can take part in the activity hosted from 10am until midday.
Learn at M Shed
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is back this year at M Shed with a brand new set of images exhibiting the beauty of the natural world. The museum is free to enter, but welcomes donations, with other displays that focus on Bristol places, people and experiences. Open from 10am until 5pm, seven days a week.
Catch the end of the Bristol Light Festival
If you're quick, you can catch the last couple of days of Bristol Light Festival, ending on Sunday, February 12. There are 11 art installations stationed in different locations around the city centre, many of which are immersive and great fun for children.
'Sirens' at Cascade Steps sees breathtaking mermaid projections onto the harbour as well as Swing Song at College Green. More information about the festival can be found here.
Walk around one of Bristol's city farms
Our city boasts three city farms where you can take your kids for free. Windmill Hill Farm, Lawrence Weston Community Farm and St Werburghs City Farm provide hours of fun with a good mix of animals and outdoor play.
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