As a busy parent myself, I know that keeping the kids happy during half-term can be a challenge.
So, here are ten of my personal favourite family friendly activities for the late May half-term, 24 May – 1 June.
Download my leaflet or read on. Half Term Leaflet
- Check out the Farnborough Air Sciences Museum – or FAST museum – on any Saturday, Sunday or Bank holiday. It includes a fascinating collection of aircraft, equipment, photographs, films and books related to our illustrious aviation history and an amazing flight simulator.
- Southwood Woodland is great for a family walking or cycling. The woodland is important for nature conservation too, with a mixture of wildlife habitats – so keep your eyes out!
- Aldershot Lido has reopened for half-term. This a real treat for all, weather permitting.
- The sensory garden crafts and movement workshop at the West End Centre, Aldershot sounds like a lot of fun. There are two sessions on Tuesday so be sure to book in advance.
- The Ministry of Science at Princes Hall. Expect a few loud bangs as this two hour show on Wednesday afternoon dives deep into the world of science.
- Anyone for tennis? The Council has recently renovated the tennis courts at Manor Park, Cove Green and Rectory Road. Book a court and unleash your inner Emma Raducanu!
- Indoor Go Karting at Team Sport. An exciting chance to race on Farnborough’s multi-level track. Children must be 8 years old or over and have a 25 inch inside leg measurement.
- This is surely the area’s best kept secret. Every Saturday there’s a tour of the stunning Benedictine St Michael’s Abbey Church and the Imperial Crypt, the resting place of the last Bonaparte Emperor.
- The Aldershot Military Museum (Thurs-Sun) tells the story of daily life for both soldier and civilian living in the towns of Aldershot, Farnborough and Cove. There’s an assault course and lots of hands-on activities.
- Take the Yateley Common Nature Trail. Download the Nature Trail leaflet and set off on a 1.25mile self-guided nature walk through heathlands, woodlands and ponds. Arm your children with wax crayons to discover images of local birds, plants, animals and insects along the way.
Please be sure to check the websites for opening times, prices and booking arrangements.
Kids eat free
I know that it’s so hard to keep the kids entertained for long periods of time without spending a fortune. So, it’s great to know that there’s a list are all the restaurants and cafes which are offering ‘Kids Eat Free’ (or for £1) during every UK school holiday in 2025 at Money Saving Central.
All details correct at the date of publication. Our thanks go to all the great people of Aldershot and Farnborough who make these events and activities possible.
