With unpredictable weather and finances still recovering from Christmas, finding things to do in the February half term can be a nightmare.
Here are five cost-conscious things to do with the kids this half-term that wont be dampened by the weather.
Preston Park Museum and Grounds, Eaglescliffe
Nestled alongside the River Tees, Preston Hall, a former Georgian gentleman’s residence and former home of industrial magnate Robert Ropner, houses a varied collection of Teesside’s treasures.
Walk through the impressive doors to find out more about those who lived there, the varied museum collection, the vital role the mighty River Tees has played throughout history and the leisure time pursuits that were just as popular then as they are today.
Step over a clock spinning backwards to emerge in their Victorian street, while there why not take afternoon tea and sample some sweets and cakes from times gone by?
From a stroll in Quarry Wood Nature Reserve to a circuit around the new adventure play area or a wander around the Victorian walled kitchen garden there’s something for everyone in the family to explore.
Entry is just £2.50 for adults and £1.50 for concessions. Family tickets are £5 and you can return as many times as you like for the next 12 months.
Find out about their full program of half term event by calling 01642 527375 or clicking here.
Crazy Corner Adventure Play Centre, Stockton
Throughout the school holidays Crazy Corner are running daily activities including arts and craft sessions and ‘frame search fun’.
Split over three levels with separate baby and toddler areas take a breather whilst the kids enjoy the dizzy slippery snake slides, ball cannons, crazy maze, cannon runway aerial slide and ball shower.
Afterwards enjoy speciality teas and homemade foods in the cafe.
Crazy Corner Adventure Play Centre can be found on Perry Avenue, Teesside Industrial Estate, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 9LN .
Open 9:15 am to 6 pm everyday Telephone; 01642 750900 for more information or large group bookings.
Keep up to date with happenings at the centre on Facebook.
For groups, party hire and party packages are available from £6.49.
Hartlepool’s Maritime Experience
Hartlepool’s Maritime Experience gives you a chance to visit a recreated 18th Century quayside, with replica shops and an Admiral's House to explore.
The restored HMS Trincomalee is the oldest British Warship afloat and is proudly situated in the centre of the quayside.
There is plenty to keep the children happy: games in skittle alley, interactivities in the maritime adventure centre and they can always be captain aboard the playship!
Family tickets available to see the Historic Quayside and HMS Trincomalee.
If you are a regular in Hartlepool then you can take advantage of their five-visit ticket so you can come again within the year!
Tesco ‘days out tokens’ are accepted as payment for daily tickets and there is free parking available.
On the same site as the Maritime Experience you will also find the Museum of Hartlepool and PSS Wingfield Castle, both of these have free admission for the latest events.
For opening times and prices, see the website, Facebook page or follow on Twitter.
Adventure Point, Darlington
Adventure Point has something fun for all the family.
This half term you are invited to come and play in their massive Rainforest themed play frame, coconut tree climber, multi-sports court, bumper cars, jungle inflatables, animal petting corner and more!
There is also a separate safe play area for the under-fours.
Safety in a primary concern at Adventure Point.
It operates on a member’s only basis where for £5 for a family membership, you can relax with a steaming mug of Starbucks coffee, knowing your kids are safe and sound, whilst they're running off all of that excess half-term energy!
And when they get hungry, the cafe offers healthy, home-cooked meals.
There are activities all through the half term week.
For more information, including a full price list, visit the website or look on Facebook where you can enter weekly competitions and keep up to date with the latest special offers.
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