Keep the kids smiling with a range of exciting half term events and activities. ... There is plenty to see and do in Derby;
Country House Character Craft - 27 May - 2 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
We are exploring the end of the country house era at Sudbury.
Mad Science at the National Forest Adventure Farm - 27 May - 4 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
This May half term holiday will go with a bang that the National Forest Adventure Farm.
50 Things Trail - 27 May - 4 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
Pick up a '50 things to do before you are 11¾' booklet and see what things you can tick off at Sudbury.
Half-term Nature Activities at Calke Abbey - 29 May - 2 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join us in Squirt's Stable to learn about Calke's wildlife.
It’s playtime at intu Derby - 29 May - 2 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
This half-term fast-forward to the future and join us for a week of free robot-themed adventures. We've got robots to make, robots to colour and even a visit from a real life robot - Titan! Read on to hear all about our kids activities for this May half-term and don't forget to join our Kids' Club too.
Georgian Jollies: Toys and Games - 30 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
Pickford’s House is full of beautiful traditional toys and games.
KidsQUAD Animation Club - Voyage to the Stars - 30 - 31 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join our artist to script, design and animate a story about adventurous astronauts venturing to outer space.
Half Term Nature Activities at Calke Abbey - 30 May - 2 June
Family Fun, School Holidays
Join us in Squirt's Stable to learn about Calke's wildlife.
The Art Hub: Indian Adventure - 31 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
We love our new exhibition at the Museum & Art Gallery exploring the Music of Courtly India.
MinecraftLAB: Home of the Future - 31 May
School Holidays
Participants will have two hours to research, design and build their creations before pitching their ideas to a professional architect from Guy Taylor Associates.
Soap Carving Workshop - 31 May
Family Fun, School Holidays
Learn how to carve soap to add some luxury to your home - suitable for children aged 7 and above.
Don't Miss
A unique opportunity to handle objects from the collection. This session gives visitors the chance to see and handle items with an Indian connection.
Pickford's Plot: Summer Garden - 1 June
School Holidays
Help us create some beautiful planters for the Georgian Garden – enjoy the sights and smells of fragrant flowers and fresh herbs.
Family Friday: Shadow Puppets - 2 June
School Holidays
Capture the beautiful stories in the Ragamala paintings on display and create your own shadow puppet.
Nature in Focus: Bumblebees! - 3 June
Family Fun
Join us and the Bumblebee Conservation Trust to celebrate the brilliant bumblebee!
Museum Explorers: Egyptian Wonders - 3 June
Family Fun
Collect your passport and begin your exploration at the Museum & Art Gallery. Discover the collections, complete the challenges and continue your journey to Pickford’s House.
Family Fun
Derby's annual summer family fun day for all to enjoy.
