Wiltshire


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">OUTDOOR PLAY: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Roots, Shoots and Muddy Boots (opens in a new tab)" href="https://bookwhen.com/rootsshootsmuddyboots?fbclid=IwAR0ZeNU3JYKRT1fm6yr1x3weq4mynt0BJJd9B5IeIZfm8UMBWEHQiKEWHhE#focus=ev-shu2-20220202100000" target="_blank">Roots, Shoots and Muddy Boots</a> at Cerney House and Gardens, Mon &amp; Weds from 2 Feb </h2>



<p>Not specifically for half term, but this launches in Feb and will be running throughout half term, so seemed worth including! Roots, Shoots &amp; Muddy Boots is a brand new outdoor child-led imaginative play session located on the grounds of Cerney House Gardens, with mud, paint, water and sand play. You can take a stroll about the pretty grounds post-play – keep an eye out for <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="snowdrops (opens in a new tab)" href="https://wilts.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/snowdrops-wiltshire-where-to-see-them-2022/?_thumbnail_id=24802" target="_blank">snowdrops</a>! </p>



<p><em><a href="https://bookwhen.com/rootsshootsmuddyboots?fbclid=IwAR0ZeNU3JYKRT1fm6yr1x3weq4mynt0BJJd9B5IeIZfm8UMBWEHQiKEWHhE#focus=ev-shu2-20220202100000" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Find out more (opens in a new tab)">Find out more</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">WORKSHOP: <a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/creative-careers/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Creative Careers @ Salisbury Playhouse (opens in a new tab)">Creative Careers @ Salisbury Playhouse</a>, 15 Feb</h2>



<p>This half-day workshop invites key stage 4&amp;5 people to get hands-on experience in the performing arts industry, giving an insight into the production process.</p>



<p>It’s an ideal into to the industry for budding stage managers, people interested in lighting and sound, costumes and producing.</p>



<p><em><a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/creative-careers/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Find out more (opens in a new tab)">Find out more</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FUN ON THE FARM: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Mini Farmers at Roves Farm (opens in a new tab)" href="https://rovesfarm.co.uk/whats-on/mini-farmers/" target="_blank">Mini Farmers at Roves Farm</a>, 19-27 Feb</h2>



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<p>There&#8217;s all sorts going on at Roves Farm near Swindon this half term. From tractor rides to egg collecting, animal feeding to goat and sheep walking, there&#8217;s plenty to keep little animal-lovers busy. </p>



<p><em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Booking essential  (opens in a new tab)" href="https://rovesfarm.co.uk/whats-on/mini-farmers/" target="_blank">Booking essential </a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ANIMALS: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Goat Walks at Hope Nature Centre (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.hopenaturecentre.org.uk/events/goat-walks/" target="_blank">Goat Walks at Hope Nature Centre</a>, Trowbridge, 19-27 Feb</h2>



<p>Join Hope Nature Centre&#8217;s friendly goats for a stroll around the grounds, before feeding and grooming them. </p>



<p><em><a href="https://www.hopenaturecentre.org.uk/events/goat-walks/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Book here (opens in a new tab)">Book here</a>, </em>£10.95</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MUSIC: <a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/come-sing-workshop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Come &amp; Sing Workshop with Wiltshire Youth Choir, Salisbury Playhouse (opens in a new tab)">Come &amp; Sing Workshop with Wiltshire Youth Choir, Salisbury Playhouse</a>, 21 Feb</h2>



<p>For anyone who enjoys a good old sing-sing, this two hour session is one to book in for. Open for people aged 12-18 and hosted by pro choir leaders, the workshop will explore music from all genres.</p>



<p><em><a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/come-sing-workshop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Free, book here (opens in a new tab)">Free, book here</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MUSIC: Get Creative – <a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/bookings/chooseseats/247601/">Make Music! White Room Studio</a>, Salisbury Arts Centre, 23 Feb</h2>



<p>For music-loved aged 7 to 11, this 2 hour session invites youngsters to get to grips with instruments – no prior experience necessary. </p>



<p><em><a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/bookings/chooseseats/247601/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Book here, £5 (opens in a new tab)">Book here, £5</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FILM: <a href="https://poundarts.org.uk/whats-on/rons-gone-wrong-cert-pg/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Ron's Gone Wrong (opens in a new tab)">Ron&#8217;s Gone Wrong</a>, Pound Arts Centre, Corsham, 24 Feb</h2>



<p>This animated film tells the tale of Barney and his robot best friend Ron, who malfunctions teaching them both the importance of true friendship. Before the film there&#8217;s a fun robot making workshop for children, for them to make their own mate.</p>



<p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Tickets from £5 (opens in a new tab)" href="https://poundarts.org.uk/whats-on/rons-gone-wrong-cert-pg/" target="_blank"><em>Tickets from </em>£5</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">CRAFT: <a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/craft-with-wiltshire-scrapstore-feb/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Craft with Wiltshire Scrapstore (opens in a new tab)">Craft with Wiltshire Scrapstore</a>, Salisbury Arts Centre, 24 Feb</h2>



<p>Children aged 4 to 7 are invited to get crafty with Wiltshire Scrapstore in this 45 minute session, designed to develop their creativity, creating masterpieces from unexpected materials.</p>



<p><em><a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/craft-with-wiltshire-scrapstore-feb/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="£2 per child, book here (opens in a new tab)">£2 per child, book here</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>THEATRE:</strong> <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Tweedy's Lost Property (opens in a new tab)" href="https://poundarts.org.uk/whats-on/tweedys-lost-property/" target="_blank">Tweedy&#8217;s Lost Property</a>, Pound Arts Centre, Corsham, 25 Feb</h2>



<p>Who remembers last year when the government advised people in the arts retrain? In this play, clown Tweedy follows the guidance and retrains in a lost property office, with predictably hilarious consequence.</p>



<p><em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Tickets from £8, book here (opens in a new tab)" href="https://poundarts.org.uk/whats-on/tweedys-lost-property/" target="_blank">Tickets from £8, book here</a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">GET TOGETHER: <a href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/shift-social-feb-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Shift Social, Salisbury Arts Centre (opens in a new tab)">Shift Social, Salisbury Arts Centre</a>, 26 Feb</h2>



<p>Teens are invited to an evening of live music, played with promising young musicians from Salisbury. The Shift Social is organised by a group of 14 to 21 year olds, to help teens meet new friends in a fun and safe environment. </p>



<p><em><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Free, book here  (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/half-term/shift-social-feb-2022/" target="_blank">Free, book here </a></em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">OUTDOORS: <a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum">Westonbirt Arboretum</a>, througout half term</h2>



<p><a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum">Westonbirt Arboretum</a> is always a great visit in half term. Kids can run around like crazy things in the open air whilst you take a lovely stroll. Adults entry to the Arboretum is £7 and kids £3. Under 5s go free too. Keep checking in for special activities to book into nearer the time. Kids scooters and bikes all welcome.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>FLOWERS: Snowdrop hunting, throughout Feb</strong></h2>



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<p>For a fun (and free!) half term activity, head outside on the quest for snowdrops. February is the best time to see the dainty flowers and we happen to have rounded up<a href="https://wilts.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/snowdrops-wiltshire-where-to-see-them-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" the best places to see snowdrops in Wiltshire (opens in a new tab)"> the best places to see snowdrops in Wiltshire</a>, so your hunt is a little easier&#8230; </p>


Wiltshire half term guide: fun things for all ages

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