{"id":9420,"date":"2023-02-06T09:05:39","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T09:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/?p=9420"},"modified":"2023-02-10T11:24:56","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T11:24:56","slug":"the-littlebird-family-pass-february-half-term-top-picks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.littlebird.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/02\/the-littlebird-family-pass-february-half-term-top-picks\/","title":{"rendered":"The LittleBird Family Pass February Half Term Top Picks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We\u2019ve rounded up some great activities and events to help you and your family stay entertained, inspired and active throughout the February Half Term with the only problem, how to fit it all in! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So get comfy, put the kettle on and enjoy the read. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you find our guide useful, please share our Top Picks with your family and friends and sign up to the newsletter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brought to you by The LittleBird Family Pass –  saving families money all year round. To find out how,  click <\/strong>here<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TOP PICKS OF THINGS TO DO <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Imagine Children\u2019s Festival, Southbank Centre, 8th – 18th February <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Imagine Children\u2019s Festival promises 160 events jam-packed into 12 days and over 50% of the festival is completely free. You can find the very best children’s theatre, comedy, music, literature, dance and full-on fun for children and their grown-ups, plus accessible events and mindful activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Highlights include a live adaptation of Tales from Acorn Wood, based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler\u2019s series, a modern dance-theatre retelling of Rapunzel, beats and boogies in YolanDa\u2019s Band Jam, talks from Cressida Cowell and Ashley and Jordan Banjo, hip-hop dance workshops with ZooNation Youth Company, artwork from acclaimed street-artist STIK, plus even more treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book your tickets, click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vets in Action, ZSL London Zoo, 12th  – 20th February<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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We’re inviting children to become zoo vets this February half-term at Vets in Action, an award-winning role-playing experience for budding veterinarians. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let the kids step into the role of a vet at ZSL London Zoo for a week of fun interactive family events.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After arriving for work at the Zoo\u2019s specially-recreated zoo vet centre, junior vets will be prepped with hairnets and masks before helping experts examine, diagnose and carry out treatments on soft toys, experiencing first-hand the huge variety of work carried out by the Zoo\u2019s vets, vet nurses and zookeepers \u2013 from microchipping meerkats to caring for a wounded lion.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standard tickets, adult \u00a332.50 and child \u00a321.12. To find out more & to book tickets, click  here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Half Term Explorers, English Heritage <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Get fit for history on a fun-filled outdoor explorer quest at English Heritage sites across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Roam around the grounds and gardens to find games and activities inspired by the history of the site, including knights, soldiers, medieval monks or ancient Olympians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find your nearest here<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

LittleBird Top Tip<\/strong>: Use code EHAFF2023 to receive a 15% discount off annual membership, click here<\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jack v Giant, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, 11th February – 26th March<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Join Jack, a brave young girl who embarks on an exciting adventure when she sells the family cow in return for magic beans. This new production is packed with beautiful puppetry and toe-tapping original music, and brought to you from the team behind We’re Going on a Bear Hunt and How to Hide a Lion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aimed at ages 4 – 8 year olds. Tickets \u00a310. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book tickets, click here<\/a>. And to find out what else Polka has on this half term, click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anansi The Spider, Unicorn Theatre, London Bridge, until Sat 25 Feb<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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These classic West African and Caribbean tales about the spider hoaxster are brought vividly to life as this highly acclaimed sold out show returns.People say that in a time long, long ago, animals walked on two feet and spoke with words, like we do. And back then it was known by everyone that the cleverest of all the animals in the kingdom was a spider \u2013 the infamous Anansi \u2013 the original trickster and the master spinner of yarns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aimed at ages 3 – 7 year olds. Under 18s \u00a39 – \u00a317 \/ Adults \u00a315 – \u00a325.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book tickets, click here<\/a>. And to find out what else is on at the Unicorn this half term, click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LittleBird Top Tip:<\/strong> While you\u2019re at the Unicorn, you\u2019re a hop, skip and a jump from Tower Bridge,  a walk along the Thames and a self guided <\/em>art trail.  <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holiday Make Studio with Uniqlo Tate play,  Tate Modern, Southbank, 11th – 19th February  <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Taking inspiration from textile artists, you\u2019re  invited  to knit and thread your own creations on Tate\u2019s large looms in the Turbine Hall. Have fun working together to weave your ideas through stitching, looping and colouring different textiles, which can be hung, draped and added to Tate\u2019s soft space for families. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a free walk-up activity and no booking is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more, click here <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Room on the Broom, Rose Theatre, Kingston, 14th – 19th February <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The witch and her cat are travelling on their broomstick when they pick up some hitch-hikers \u2013 a friendly dog, a beautiful green bird and a frantic frog. But this broomstick\u2019s not meant for five and \u2013 CRACK \u2013 it snaps in two… just as the hungry dragon appears!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories\u2019 fun-filled adaptation of Room on the Broom, the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aimed at ages 3+, tickets from \u00a315.00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book tickets, click here<\/a> <\/a>.And to find out what else is on for families at the Rose Theatre, click here <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Workshops & Storytelling at Shakespeare\u2019s Globe, Southbank,  12th – 19th February <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Head to Shakespeare\u2019s Globe for some exciting Storytelling performances to uncover famous plays in new ways, or bring Shakespeare\u2019s characters and stories to life together in creative Family Workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step back in time to Shakespeare\u2019s London. Discover the secrets of the iconic Globe Theatre on a Family Guided Tour, or even experience stage combat with a Family Sword Fighting Demonstration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aimed at ages 5+, tickets from \u00a315<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book, click here <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canary Wharf Ice Rink, until 25th February <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s your last chance to visit Canary Wharf\u2019s ice rink that promises a magical winter experience with over 1,000 twinkling fairy lights. Plus, it\u2019s an ice rink with a roof so there\u2019s no chance of rain canceling your fun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets: Adult\/Teen (over 13’s only) \u00a319.95 & Children (4 – 12 years) \u00a314.95<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book tickets, click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join half-term Design Camps at the Design Museum, 13th – 15th February, various camps on various days<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The Design Museum in Kensington offers a range of activities for future designers to get creative this half-term. From crochet to coding or escaping pirates, the in-person Design Camps are fun and engaging with workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With different camps aimed at ages  8 \u2013 11 years old and 11 \u2013 14 years old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book, click here<\/a>   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

LittleBird Top Tip: <\/strong>Check out the Design Museum\u2019s <\/em>\u2018Create and Make at home\u2019<\/em><\/a> activities and videos, with tons to choose from, you can make your own DJ Mask, instruments, design your own shoes and house or make your own  spinning animation.  <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fun Kids Engineering Academy Live, London\u2019s Musical Museum, Brentford, 16th February <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Join Fun Kids <\/a>Radio for a day of engineering fun including the chance to record your own podcast, make a bracelet that says your name in Morse Code, build a rollercoaster for a marble from paper, watch a performance of the Wurlitzer organ and see how lighting and sound works on stage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aimed at ages 8 –  12. Tickets \u00a320 for children only. Accompanying adults (18+) go free. Up to two adults admitted per child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more & to book tickets, click here <\/a>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elmer and Friends, the colourful world  of David McKee, Horniman Museum & Gardens, until 16th April <\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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