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WHERE: King’s Lynn Corn Exchange WHEN: 9th and 10th February Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Live show packed full of songs, games and laughter, it really is the best day ever for Peppa Pig fans! From £11.50 www.kingslynncornexchange.co.uk 01553 764864
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Crazy Cone Caper
WHERE: Cambridge University Botanic Garden WHEN: Until 28th February Something mysterious has been happening to the pine cones– they’ve been nibbled and the seeds are missing! Pick up a free trail on your way into the Garden and start your investigation. You will discover cool cones from all around the world, find facts and solve puzzles. Adults from £6.30. Children under 16 years free. www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/
Park-O
WHERE: Wandlebury Country Park (Jan) and Therfield Heath (Feb) WHEN: 15th January and 26th February – 13.00–15.00 An easy, fun way for juniors and families to try orienteering and enjoy the local park. Three different courses and friendly advice to get you started. Family groups £5; Child £2 www.waoc.org.uk
Big Garden Birdwatch Messy Church
WHERE: Queen Mary Centre, Wisbech WHEN: 15th January & 12th February: 15.30-17.30 Have fun making crafts, hearing bible stories and doing church in a creative way. All finished off with a home-cooked meal! FREE - donations welcome www.messywisbech.org.uk
All events are subject to change and cancellation in view of any future Covid-19 legislations.
Nick Cope Family Show
WHERE: The Junction, Cambridge WHEN: 15th and 16th January, 11.00 and 14.00 Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, performing with his guitar and animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. From £8.00 www.junction.co.uk 01223 511511 8 Families Cambridgeshire
WHERE: The Junction, Cambridge WHEN: 6th February, 11.30 and 14.00 A mesmerising, engaging and fun performance for children under 3, this is a show filled with surprises and joys where you and your child can listen and watch or let loose and join in. From £6.00 www.junction.co.uk 01223 511511
Half Term Explorer Quest
Nature Tots
WHERE: Ferry Meadows WHEN: 10th & 24th January and 14th & 28th February 10.00 – 11.30 A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group with a nature theme. The whole session will take place outside, so please dress for the weather. 2+ years. £3.50 www.nenepark.org.uk/ ferry-meadows 01733 234193
We Touch, We Play, We Dance
WHERE: Green space near you WHEN: 28th – 30th January Take part in the nation’s biggest bird watch exercise and be wowed by your local wildlife. Simply count the birds you see in your garden, from your balcony or in your local park for one hour. FREE www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/ activities/birdwatch
National Storytelling Week
WHEN: 29th January 5th February WHERE: Throughout National Storytelling Week stories will be told in schools and theatres, pubs,museums, village halls, community centres and in many other places across the UK. To find a local event visit www.sfs.org.uk
WHERE: Audley End House and Gardens WHEN: 12th – 20th February: 10.00 – 17.00 Track down the clues and solve the puzzles as you follow the family trail through the gardens and enjoy a brilliant day out in history. From £8.40 www.english-heritage.org.uk/ visit/whats-on
Pay and Play Hire WHERE: Nene Outdoors, Ferry Meadows WHEN: 12th – 20th February, 11.00 – 16.00 Boat and cycle hire is available at Nene Outdoors throughout the February half term. Will you try something new or do you have a favourite boat to enjoy the lake? www.nenepark.org.uk 01733 234193
EXCITING SCIENCE WHERE: The Maltings, Ely WHEN: 15th February, 11.30 & 14.30 With fun & fact filled experiments, watch in amazement as they recreate a volcanic eruption; turn a vacuum cleaner into a missile launcher or take aim at you with their smoke blaster! Suitable for age 4+ £12.00 www.themaltingsely.org.uk 01353 662633
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