DIARY DATES
Building memories 12-27 FEBRUARY
Make up for last February’s lockdown half-term with a trip to Legoland Windsor for the return of Brick Week: the resort’s dedicated family event, which promises selected rides and attractions, plentiful LEGO build activities, the opportunity for youngsters to meet their favourite Legoland characters and much, much more. LEGO block fun with none of the tidying up after? We’re in. legoland.co.uk
Straw and order
Happy bunnies 12 FEBRUARY - 8 JANUARY 2023
Generations of children have been enchanted by the tales of Peter Rabbit, Squirrel Nutkin, Tom Kitten and Jemima Puddleduck. However, few of us know the full story of the woman behind these beautifully-illustrated books. The V&A’s new Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature exhibition will take visitors on a journey through the author’s life as a scientist and conservationist, while exploring the animals and countryside that inspired her beloved characters. vam.ac.uk
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19 - 27 FEBRUARY
Forever young
The annual Scarecrow Festival returns to Knutsford’s Tatton Park this half-term, promising lots of outdoor fun for family members of all ages. Enjoy the fresh air with a walk around the beautiful garden and 50-acre farm, as you hunt for Tatton’s array of straw-based friends. And be sure to pick up tips for crafting your own when you get home! tattonpark.org.uk
9 - 20 FEBRUARY
The UK’s largest celebration of cultural family experiences, the Imagine Children’s Festival celebrates its 20th year in 2022 with a packed line-up of enriching events in the capital. From ZooNation’s hiphop-dancing workshops and Aurora Orchestra’s storytelling concerts to artist Anna Bruder’s family trails and poem-building sessions, your little artists have an endless array of opportunities to be inspired. southbankcentre.co.uk
