What to do in Somerset February half term 2025
Is it me or does February half term always sneak up on us? If you’re looking for half term activities to entertain the kids, I’ve rounded up a whole host of events taking place across Somerset. From scavenger hunts, exciting theatre shows, marshmallow toasting, animal fun, crafts and fascinating museums, this post is jam-packed full of ideas for what to do in Somerset this February half term 2025.
If you are looking for ideas for general days out, rather than specific events, please check out our guide to 42 Amazing places to visit in Somerset, which provides lots of inspiration.
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Things to do in Somerset February half term 2025
Somerset half term trails
Bishop’s Palace, Wells
- When? TBC
The gardens at Bishop’s Palace are starting to wake up from their winter hibernation. Take on the snowdrop-themed February Half Term Trail and win a prize upon completion.
The gardens are carpeted with snowdrops at this time of year, so it’s a great time to visit Bishops Palace. Collect the Snowdrop Walk guide and seek out different varieties of the flower, each weekend in February, little ones can pick up a children’s trail from the Ticket Office with the reward of a small prize upon completion.
February half term trail at Dunster Castle
- When? 15-23 February 2025
This February, don your wellies and enjoy a stomp around the gardens on Dunster Castle’s half term trail, inspired by Hans Christian Anderson’s The Tale of the Snowdrop. Afterward, warm up with a treat at the café or one of the village’s charming tea rooms. More info on February half term things to do at Dunster Castle
Feb half term ideas at The Museum of Somerset
- When? TBC
During February half term, children can enjoy arts and crafts activities inspired by the eye-catching artwork of Rachel Reckitt, a celebrated 20th century modernist artist from West Somerset, whose work is featured in the museum’s Chance Encounters exhibition (19 October 2024 – 15 March 2025).
This retrospective showcases Reckitt’s striking paintings, sculptures, and wood engravings (1908-1995). Families can also embark on a fun-filled trail around the museum.
Entry to the museum is free, with a suggested £5 donation. Half-term children’s activities cost £2, and trails are £1. Open Tuesday to Saturday. More info on the museum’s February half term 2025 Somerset.
February half term at Stourhead
- When? TBC
Enjoy a wintery walk through the garden and celebrate the return of spring. More info on things to do in February half term at Stourhead.
Hestercombe Gardens, Taunton
- When? 15-23 February 2025
Get your offspring outdoors and enjoying nature this half term and explore their Fairy Door Trail. Kids can seek out hidden fairy doors and wellness activities around Rock Wood, then craft a kindness rock inside Hestercombe House. As an added bonus: children go free during half term! More info on Somerset half term 2025 at Hestercombe.
Tyntesfield
The spectacular Gothic Revival House and estate will be announcing their February half term in Somerset plans soon. Watch this space.
Prior Park, near Bath
Built in the 18th century by Bath’s Postmaster Ralph Allen, Prior Park features Capability Brown-designed landscapes and a rare Palladian Bridge.
Half term activities Somerset 2025
Lego printing workshops, Taunton Brewhouse Theatre
- When? 19 February 2025, 10.30am & 1pm
Make prints with LEGO! Using LEGO tiles, you will learn how to create and print an image using your own design. The session is led by Alex, a local artist and printmaker based in Wellington, Somerset. Alex is also an experienced art and primary school teacher. Click here for more info and to book.
East Quay, Watchet
Enjoy free* family workshops at East Quay this half term. Drop in Tuesday to Thursday (11am–1pm) for creative art sessions, plus an extra arty activity in the foyer. Pick up an activity sheet to explore the galleries, featuring Recollection, a showcase of works from Jeremy Cooper’s personal collection, including pieces by artists like Gavin Turk and Tracey Emin; Allan Sekula’s Ship of Fools/ The Dockers Museum and Exmoor Farms: A Year on the Moor.
Don’t miss Words in Watchet annual literary festival (February 21-23), a packed programme of talks and writing workshops at venues across Watchet, including East Quay. *Donations to Contains Art welcome.
February half term events, Fleet Air Arm Museum
- When? TBC
Haynes Motor Museum
- When? TBC
Check out Haynes Motor Museum’s amazing collection as we await their February half term ideas.
ROAM Rangers, near Ilminster
- When? TBC
Woodland rope swings, a slack-line, mud kitchen, log-stacle course, a bug hotel, and plenty of exploring to be done.
Activities include rope swings, slack-line, mud kitchen, a Log-stacle course and water wall, plus den building, marshmallow toasting, crafting, art and exploring the woodland environment with the children (weather depending)
A Stone Age Winter at Cheddar Gorge
- When? TBC
A fun and educational adventure that takes visitors back to pre-historic Britain. Learn how early man lived and survived to combat the freezing temperatures. Discover the ingenious ways they kept warm by making their own clothes, watch mesmerising fire lighting demonstrations and learn how our ancestors adapted to the weather by finding and building shelters in the long dark winter months. More info.
Outdoor attractions to visit in February
Outdoor adventures at Mendip Activity Centre
There are over 20 activities to choose from at Mendip Activity Centre, all led by fully-qualified instructors. Choose from abseiling, archery, tobogganing, axe throwing, assault courses, canoeing, caving, frisbee golf and more!
AND, give your winter adventures a glow-up with open-air disco tobogganing for 4-12 year olds! Boogie on down to groovy tunes, strike poses at far-out photo ops, swoosh down the slope, and peg it back uphill on repeat. Want to join the party? Adults can have a go when you book exclusive use of half the slope for up to eight tobogganers. So grab some friends, book your spot and let the good times slide.
National Trust Lytes Cary
National Trust Lytes Cary combines historic charm with arts-and-crafts gardens and forest trails for kids. Cafe onsite.
What’s on in Somerset February half term 2025: snowdrop festivals
East Lambrook Festival of snowdrops
- When? Open February to October
This little garden contains a whopping 150 varieties of snowdrop – marvel at drifts of snowdrops blanketing the famed ‘ditch’, see the lawn glow purple with crocus, seek out the metal snowdrop sculptures by a local artist, gaze at snowdrop art, buy snowdrops and warm up with tea and cake at the cafe.
Adults: £7, pre-booked groups of 10 or more: £6.50, Children under 16: Free entry. More info here.
Forde Abbey Snowdrop weekends
- When? Weekends in February 2025
Forde Abbey gardens will be open every weekend in February for Snowdrop spotting. Picture swathes of snowdrops on the drive, banks and lawns and scattered in the beds and borders – beautiful.
Shepton Snowdrops 2025
- When? 20-22 February 2025
James Allen, the first person to breed Snowdrops from the wild, was born in Shepton Mallet. The Snowdrop Project celebrates his legacy, the history and heritage of the town and the beauty of the snowdrop. Each year thousands of bulbs are planted on roadsides, roundabouts and public spaces.
The Snowdrop Festival features specialist plant sales, workshops, art and craft, and poetry and photography competitions.
Free things to do in Somerset with kids in Feb half term
Enjoying Somerset doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, you can explore iconic landmarks, breathtaking views, wildlife, world-class art, beautiful coastlines, and more—all for free. Click here for 33 Free things to do in Somerset throughout the year or read on for the best free half term activities.
Yeovil Lantern Parade & Wassail Event
- When? TBC
Join the Penn Hill Lantern Parade and Wassail. Create and bring along your own lanterns to liven up the wintery park and join in with the parade led by beating drums. There’s also marshmallow-melting fires, and ghost-scaring ceremonies. No need to book, just turn up on the day.
The Lantern Parade will take place between Yeovil Country Park, The Octagon Theatre and the Town Centre.
Things to do half term, Ham Hill
- When? TBC
Chard Reservoir
- When? TBC
Soar into the school holidays by taking on Chard Reservoir’s Bonkers Bird Trail. Seek out the Guide in the Hide, who will teach you to use binoculars to spot feathery friends on the water, then have a go at Birdy Brainteasers and build your own bird feeder with natural resources from the reservoir to take home with you.
Animal attractions’ Somerset half term activities 2025
Half term at Ferne Animal Sanctuary
- When? TBC
Join in with tailor-made activities designed for unleashing creativity and pampering your furry friends, including making masks, bird feeders and DIY pet toys.
Noahs Ark Zoo Farm
- When? TBC
February half term days out at Somerset attractions are yet to be announced, watch this space!
The Bird of Prey Project, near Bath
The Bird of Prey Project in Newton St Loe near Bath, Somerset, is a multi-award-winning visitor attraction and registered charity dedicated to the conservation and welfare of birds of prey. Home to 24 resident raptors and owls, the site features active conservation programs and a certified Rehabilitation Hospital.
Experience over 20 different species of hawks, owls, falcons and twice daily flying displays. Get up close and personal in a private, guided experience – fly their birds yourself during a Hawk Walk or Owl Encounter. All proceeds from visits directly support the charity’s conservation, research, and welfare initiatives. Book a visit here.
Puxton Park
Nestled in 40 acres of Somerset countryside, this adventure park offers outdoor rides, activities, animals, indoor play, and more! Book tickets now.
Chew Valley Animal Park
Surrounded by beautiful Mendip countryside, this family-run ‘zoo’ charms visitors with adorable animals, baby goats, outdoor play, and Chew Valley views. More info.
Which Somerset attractions are open in February?
Somerset Brick and Tile Museum
- When? TBC
Have a go at making your own art prints, explore activities in the upside down world and make a melting monster at Somerset Brick and Tile Museum.
February Half Term at Wookey Hole
- When? TBC
See the beautifully lit famous caves (they’re normally warmer than outside this time of year!), watch a 4D film, walk among the animatronic dinosaurs, see the amazing performers in live circus shows, burn energy in the soft play, meet the Witch of Wookey, have a go on the old Victorian-style arcade, compete in Adventure Golf, or catch a paper making demonstration! More info.
American Museum and Gardens, near Bath
Journey through 700 years of American history at American Museum and Gardens, at Claverton Manor. Explore artefacts from pioneers, Native Americans, and the Civil War, see Mount Vernon’s garden replica, play area and stunning views over Limpley Stoke Valley. Click for more info and to book tickets.
Hauser & Wirth
Just outside Bruton, Hauser & Wirth combines world-class contemporary art, a Piet Oudolf garden, and farm-to-table dining on idyllic Durslade Farm.
Somerset February half term children’s activities: theatre
Fairytales, Fables & Other Assorted Nonsense, Brewhouse Theatre Taunton
- When? 18 February 2025, 2pm
Susan must team up with favourites from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Three Little Pigs, Cinderella and more to keep the literal wolves from the door. Ridiculous mishaps, outlandish love stories and a barnyard full of animals that won’t stop talking await in this riotous, rebellious comedy from Assembleth Theatre. Click here to check availability and book tickets.
Half term days out in Glastonbury
Steeped in myth and folklore, Glastonbury captivates visitors with its bohemian charm and historical intrigue. Ideal for crystal-lovers, history buffs, or families, its eclectic shops, ruins, and vibrant streets offer a unique Somerset experience.
Family Activity, Glastonbury Abbey
- When? TBC
Explore the 36 acres of grounds and 7th-century ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and join in with their fun half term sessions.
Somerset Rural Life Museum, Glastonbury
February half-term brings a ton of family fun to Abbey Farm, with animals, crafts, and games in the farmhouse galleries (dressing-up encouraged!) The museum also features the Georgina Towler art exhibition, showcasing vibrant Somerset landscapes.
With a Museum Unlimited Pass, families can enjoy unlimited visits for a whole year, including school holiday activities and trails. Open Tuesday to Saturday. More info.
Half term days out in Weston-super-Mare
Pirate ceramic painting workshop at Weston Museum
Creating your own Roman coin, dress up in a toga and design your own Roman mosaic at Weston Museum’s History Week. All the necessary equipment will be provided – all you need to bring is yourself. £6 per child, accompanying adults go free.
Workshop times: 10.30-11.15am, 11.30-12.15, 1-1.45pm
Helicopter Museum, Weston-super-Mare
Looking for fun things to do in Somerset in February half term? The Helicopter Museum houses the world’s largest dedicated helicopter collection, with over 100 exhibits on display in an all-weather undercover hangar.
TaylorMania, The Playhouse Theatre
15 February 2025
Missed out on tickets for the Eras tour? With an incredible live band and dancers, Katy Ellis delivers an authentic, award-winning tribute to Taylor Swift. Check availability and get tickets here.
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