May half-term in Devon & Cornwall

Two children looking at bugs in a jar in the grass — Go on a bug hunt as part of ’50 Things to do before you’re 11 ¾’

Lead your family adventure in Branscombe this half term

Armed with these handy spotter sheets and an inquisitive mind, you and your family can venture through the historic village on the hunt for creepy crawlies, geocaches and more.

Let your adventures begin

Where in the world trail at A la Ronde

Suitcases at the ready, pack up some of the things you might need to go on a Grand Tour. Look out for the postcards to direct you to the next stop.

All aboard!

children running through long grass in Knightshayes parkland with view of the mansion behind them. — The parkland at Knightshayes is the perfect place to play

Knightshayes Devon

50 things in the woods and parkland at Knightshayes

Come and explore the the grounds at Knightshayes - can you find the perfect spot to build a den?

Tick off your list

Family walking on a summer's day at Knightshayes

Have a tasty half-term at Knightshayes

Run off some steam this half-term at Knightshayes and discover the weird and wonderful things growing in the kitchen garden. Learn about where the food we eat comes from, as well as have the chance to take something to grow at home yourself.

What's on

Children running underneath a big parachute — Children love running underneath the big parachute.

50 things at Castle Drogo

Come and explore Castle Drogo - there's plenty of opportunity to do your 50 things, including finding geocaches!

Come and explore

A close up low angle of paddleboarder on the water — Stand up paddleboarding is a brilliant way to explore the coastline.

Start your half term with a splash

Take to the waves for a new way to experience the Jurassic coast, admiring the ancient cliffs on a three hour tour with local experts Exmouth Watersports. They'll be out on the waves every day in May, so make sure to book your place for an experience you won't want to miss.

See more about the event and book here

Children running in the countryside — There's lots of fun to be had at Trelissick

Trelissick Cornwall

Family adventures this half-term

There's lots of fun to be had this half-term at Trelissick. Can you find the first signs of spring as you follow the snowdrop trail through the garden?

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Watch it grow — Plant it, grow it, eat it

Overbeck's Devon

Plant it, grow it, eat it at Overbeck's

Calling all budding gardeners to have a go at planting your very own seeds to take home. We will give you everything you need to have fun doing no.41 on your list of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾’. Wednesday 14 February from 11.30 to 3.00pm

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Child hula hooping — On the croquet lawn you'll find lots of games such as hula hoops and tennis.

Fun this May half-term at Castle Drogo

From a trail around the garden to Wild Tribe at Fingle Bridge on Sunday 4 June, there's lots' going on this half-term.

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Cotehele Cornwall

May half-term fun at Cotehele

This May half-term there will be activities involving the good old stick; we also have 50 things to do before you're 11 ¾ scrapbooks ready to help you become an explorer, tracker and adventurer.

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Girl being dressed in tudor costume — Dressing up on a costume day

Trerice Cornwall

Half term fun at Trerice

It’s going to be a busy half term at Trerice with a Tudor Costume Day, 50 things activities and two weddings (as well as the usual fun and games)!

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A family walking through long grass at Greenway — Greenway in summer

Greenway Devon

Family fun

Agatha Christie and her family spent their time at Greenway relaxing, playing garden games and enjoying the woodland gardens. Why not follow in their footsteps by enjoying some of our activities for families?

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A mother and son building a den at Coleton Fishacre — You can build a den in the woods

Coleton Fishacre Devon

Summer family fun

There are lots of activities and events to keep your kids entertained at Coleton Fishacre this summer. From building dens to completing spotter trails, find out all of the things you can do as a family.

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Buckland Abbey Devon

Family fun at Buckland Abbey

There's so much for all the family to enjoy this spring at Buckland Abbey. From crafts to trails, walks to dressing up, it's a great place for an adventure.

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