Things to do in Bristol during May half-term 2018

Keep the whole family occupied during half term with some great activities around the Bristol area.

Summer Stargazing 3D
May 23 – Sept 3
We The Curious, Millennium Square, Bristol BS1 5DB
Adventure into space with a trip to the Planetarium at We The Curious. Imagine travelling through Saturn’s rings and catching a ride on a comet whilst looking into the night sky. This will be a truly cosmic experience whether you’re a wannabe astronaut or a space fan.
www.wethecurious.org/event

BIAZA’s Love Your Zoo
May 25 – June 2
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, Clevedon Road, Wraxall, Bristol BS48 1PG
With a packed programme of events including workshops, keeper talks and a photo competition, there’s something for everyone. If you find all the hidden hearts in the animal enclosures you could win an animal adoption, while there’s a chance to win a Keeper Experience by taking part in the colouring competition.
www.noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk

Grand Opening of Air Bouncers
May 26
Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park, Pixash Lane, Keynsham, BS31 1TP
Get your children jumping for joy by getting involved in the grand opening of Avon Valley’s Air Bouncers. The ribbon will be cut at 11am and after that your children can be let loose on two massive inflatable pillows. This is surely a fantastic way to start the half-term holiday.
www.avonvalley.co.uk

The Big Blue
May 26 – June 3
Bristol Aquarium, Anchor Road, Bristol, BS1 5TT
Explore The Big Blue at the Bristol Aquarium by discovering the creatures that live in the deep dark waters. Learn about the incredible environment down below and how all the many species survive. It’s not all about looking in the tanks: you can get involved and  learn first-hand too.
www.bristolaquarium.co.uk

The Land of Adventure
May 26 – June 3
Wild Place Project, Blackhorse Hill, Bristol, BS10 7TP
Immerse yourself in the spirit of exploration by dressing up as your favourite adventurer ready to take on your Really Wild Quest at the Wild Place Project. There are many challenges to complete and obstacles to overcome as you collect the stamps for your handbook. Then calm things down by exploring the enchanted woodland to find the fairy doors and make a wish by the wishing tree.
www.wildplace.org.uk/whats-on

Wookey Hole
May 26 – June 3
The Mill, High St, Wookey Hole, Wells, BA5 1BB
Step back in time millions of years at Wookey Hole and walk with the dinosaurs. Get up close and personal with the new animatronic dinosaurs as they hiss, roar, blink and stomp, or fully immerse yourself in the 4D experience of Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, which can be enjoyed by the young and the young at heart.
www.wookey.co.uk

Victorian month: 10 Victorian things to do
May 26 – June 3
Tyntesfield, Wraxall, Bristol, North Somerset, BS48 1NX
This is Victorian month at Tyntesfield and the challenge during half term is to complete ’10 Victorian things to do before you’re 11 and 3/4′.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events

Doing butler duties in the house at Tyntesfield

Holiday Stay & Play
May 29 – 30
Children’s Scrapstore, 21 Sevier Street, St Werburgh’s, Bristol, BS2 9LB
If you’re looking for something creative to do over the half term then the Children’s Scrapstore is where you need to be. There are so many activities to join in with, from moulding clay to learning cross stitch.
www.childrensscrapstore.co.uk/events

Tree-mendous fun
May 31
Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA
Get back to nature by spending the morning on the Downs amongst the trees then get creative in the afternoon and design your own T-shirt using leaf patterns as a memento from the day.
www.bristolzoo.org.uk/whats-on

Wychwood Festival
June 1 – 3
Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 4SH
Returning for its 14th year to Cheltenham Racecourse, this community-driven family event is packed full of entertainment with over 100 acts performing across four stages as well as a full programme of activities for all. This year is also sees the launch of a competition to celebrate homegrown talent and encourage creativity in school children.
www.wychwoodfestival.com

Brick Express
June 9 – 10
Avon Valley Railway, Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, BS30 6HD
If you’re a budding engineer then why not board the Brick Express where you can join in with the building workshops whilst you travel the line. You could meet adult builder Tom Poulsom and get mesmerised at what he’s created from Lego bricks.
www.avonvalleyrailway.org/event

Family Fun Day
June 10
National Centre, Chapel Pill Lane, Pill, Bristol BS20 0HH
Enjoy the simple life with a visit to this family fun day in support of Penny Brohn. Set in the four acres of garden at the National Centre, there will be plenty to keep the family entertained. Join in with the paper butterfly hunt, sing along with the Penny Brohn Community Choir or simply enjoy a guided relaxation session.
www.pennybrohn.org.uk