Top things to do this

Our top things to do with kids this season

It’s sad packing away the decorations, especially after the strange flood-ridden Christmas of 2015, but thinking about the year ahead is cheering us up. There’s lots to look forward to in York for kids in 2016, starting with lots of lovely activities during February half term and beyond. Go to a show, see Punch and Judy squabble or make a competition-winning fake beard - just some of the best things to do with kids in and around York in the next few weeks.

See Snow Child at York Theatre Royal’s Studio

Set in a wintry landscape where the snow foxes, wolves and bears hide among the trees, Snow Child is a magical story about family, love and the power of dreams. With atmospheric music, beautiful movement and an inspired design, Snow Child promises to be a winter wonderland of poignant, inventive storytelling to enchant children and families. Suitable for kids aged 3+.

Tuesday 23rd February to Saturday 5th March 2016 (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11am & 1.30pm; Fridays at 1.30pm & 6pm) - £12/£10 concs/£6 under 16s - yorktheatreroyal.co.uk Experience Edwardian life at York Castle Museum

It’s all about Edwardian entertainment this February half term at York Castle Museum, with Punch & Judy shows, fun photos and Edwardian crafts. Make your own model beach hut or donkey puppet, do the entertainment trail or have an Edwardian style photo taken (small extra charge).

13th to 21st February 2016 – normal admission charges (free for under 16s and YMT Card holders) – yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk

Try life in service at Nunnington Hall

Discover a life in service at Nunnington Hall (just remember your place and mind your manners). It’s 1922 and the renovations at Nunnington Hall are nearly complete. The time’s come for the Fife family to move in and they’re looking for hard working, reliable staff to run the house. Apply to the butler and turn your hand to household chores to prove your worth.

20th February & 21st February 2015, 11am to 4pm - normal admission charges - nationaltrust.org.uk/

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Viking Sagas at the Yorkshire Museum

Journey into the Viking world, listening to stories from the Viking giant, learning about their adventures and writing your own exciting Viking saga. Perfect timing with the JORVIK Viking Festival also going on – have a real Viking family day out.

13th to 21st February 2016 – normal admission charges (free for under 16s and YMT Card holders – yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk Pictures Tell Stories at York Art Gallery

Lots of lovely things are happening at York Art Gallery this half term. Discover more about the characters in the gallery through storytelling (13th and 14th

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Chocolate Workshops for Little Vikings!

- Create your own Chocolate Lollipop & enter our hall of fame - Design & create your own Chocolate Bar - Make your own Chocolate Model @LittleVikingsUK www.yorkcocoahouse.co.uk

February), make puppets inspired by the paintings on display (15th – 18th February, 11am to 1pm, 2pm to 4pm, drop-in) or enjoy the ‘billions of buttons’ family workshop with local potter Karen Thompson (20th February, 11am to 1pm, 2pm to 4pm, book on 01904 697979).

Normal admission charges apply – yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk

Get planting at Beningbrough Hall

Happy birthday Beningbrough Hall! You don’t look a day over….300. Yes, one of our favourite family day trip destinations is 300 years young this year (finished in 1716) and you can help celebrate. During February half term, Saturday 13 – Sunday 21 February (closed Monday), you’re invited to join the first event in the yearlong celebrations. They’re going to try to plant 300,000 spring bulbs in a new walk along the ha-ha to mark the anniversary and would love your help. They’ll provide snowdrops ‘in the green’, gloves for big and little hands and any tools you might need. Bring family and friends and leave your mark for the next 300 years. Throughout the rest of winter they’re open weekends with a new winter Beningbrough Buddies trail and indoor options if the weather isn’t kind, like dressing up and sitting for your very own digital portrait.

For full details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/beningbrough (also @NTBeningbrough and facebook. com/NTBeningbrough)

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15th to 21st February 2016 OVER 100 NORSE-THEMED EVENTS DURING HALF TERM FOR ALL THE FAMILY TO ENJOY

Highlights include:

Have-a-Go Sword Combat 15th to 21st Feb | £3.50 per child Viking Kids’ Film Club: How To Train Your Dragon 1 & 2 19th Feb | £7 per person PLUS: living history encampments, crafting activities and much more!

www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk Facebook “f” Logo CMYK / .eps Facebook “f” Logo CMYK / .eps Don’t Forget: free entry for under 5s at JORVIK Viking Centre!