Quote from Fergus McCarthy on May 28, 2025, 3:29 pm

Half term Travel like a celebrity with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers

Save on travel this half term and enjoy star treatment

Explore London like a star this half-term with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. Travel the Thames like Led Zeppelin or even King Charles III. Book Hop-on Hop-off family tickets and kids go free.

Snap up big savings

Book online or through the Uber Boat by Thames Clippers app seven days in advance to save up to 25%.

May half term Eden Camp Tank Week

Discover powerful history this May half term

From 24 May to 1 June, Eden Camp hosts Tank Week for families and military fans. See the Cold War-era Sherman M50 tank up close and explore its powerful legacy. Learn how tanks changed warfare, with exciting demos, tank talks, and interactive displays.

Fun for the whole family

Enjoy engine start-ups, walkarounds, and a fun Tank Trail for children. Pre-book online for family discounts and skip the queues at Eden Camp.

Free family trail at London Museum Docklands

inspired by bestselling author Jessie Burton now

Discover Bo and Billy’s hidden treasure

London Museum Docklands launches a free family trail inspired by Hidden Treasure by bestselling author Jessie Burton. The story follows two young mudlarks uncovering a mysterious object in the Thames. The trail brings their journey to life across the museum’s immersive galleries.

Explore London’s muddy past

Children under 12 enjoy free entry to the Secrets of the Thames exhibition. For more details on the trail, visit London Museum. Learn more about permits at Thames Foreshore.

Half-term 2025 as Seaside Carnival returns to Knowsley Safari

Enjoy seaside magic and safari thrills

From Saturday 24 May to Sunday 1 June, Knowsley Safari brings back its exciting Seaside Carnival. Families can enjoy circus fun, acrobatics, pier games, and roaming magicians, all included with admission.

Meet animals and make memories

Explore ‘Knowsley Safari on Sea’ with classic games like Hoopla and Coconut Shy. Discover over 500 animals including tigers, lions, rhinos and baboons. Refuel at Oasis Restaurant or The Outpost Kitchen.

Book tickets at Knowsley Safari.

Grange Festival 2025 invites families to a vibrant day of music, creativity and discovery on Saturday 31 May 2025 in Hampshire

A magical day of music and making

The Grange Festival opens its doors to families on Saturday 31 May for a joyful Family Open Day. Children aged 5–12 can enjoy singing, dancing, prop-making, costume try-ons, and more.

Explore opera behind the scenes

Families can explore instruments, enjoy face painting, and roam the gardens and historic house. Bring a picnic or visit the pop-up café. Tickets start at £6. Book now at The Grange Festival.