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An exciting half-term ahead at Leicestershire attractions
Posted on 07/02/12
Adults & Communities
An exciting half-term ahead at Leicestershire attractions
Look out for lots of exciting events and activities at Leicestershire County Council attractions over half-term.
These include a LEGO day at Snibston where you can see some amazing models and build your own, the chance to learn about and watch owls in flight at Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and activities at Harborough Museum to celebrate the return of the Hallaton helmet.
Just a few of the highlights include:
Saturday 11th Sunday 19th February
Snibston Discovery Museum
Colliery tours, train rides and Beam Engine where you can see and smell the stationary steam engines come to life - will be running over half-term. Please check running times and availability before you visit. For more details, visit: www.snibston.com or call 01530 278 444.
Saturday 11th Saturday 18th February
Half-term Helmets - Harborough Museum
See our fantastic Roman helmet in the Hallaton Treasure Gallery. Make and decorate your own helmet to take home. Heritage Lottery funded. Drop-in event. 11am-3pm. 3 years plus. Free. 01858 821085.
Monday 13th February
Wise Owl Science Twist with Hawkwise Falconry - Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Find out why owls are silent in flight and dissect an owl pellet. 8-10 years. Child 2.50, accompanying adults free. 1.30-3pm. Booking essential.
Wednesday 15th February
Coins up close! - Charnwood Museum
A unique opportunity to see and handle some of the beautiful Iron Age and Roman coins from the Hallaton Treasure. Learn more about this significant hoard with our expert leaders. Places are limited so early booking is recommended!
10.15-11.15am, 11.45-12.45pm & 1.30-2.30pm. 3 years plus. Pre-booking essential. 2.50 per child. 01509 233754.
Charnwood Museum also has activities as part of healthy eating week.
Wednesday 15th Thursday 16th February
King Arthur half-term craft activities and trail - Donington le Heath Manor House
Come and hunt for clues around the 700-year-old manor house with our Arthurian Trail and have a go at a variety of themed craft activities.
11am 4pm. 3 years plus. 20p per trail, small charge for crafts. 01530 831259.
Wednesday 15th February
Costumed Guided Walk for Children - Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Children and adults alike can enjoy the magic and mystery behind the history of Bosworth Battlefield in this fascinating walk led by costumed guides in full character. One and a half hours. Suitable for under 9s accompanied by an adult. 11am. Adults 4, Cons 3. 01455 290429. Pre-booking recommended.
Thursday 16th February
Who Dunnit? - Melton Carnegie Museum
Unravel the clues to solve the crime. 10.15am, 11.30am, 1.15pm & 2.30pm. 3 years plus. Pre-booking essential. 2.50 per child. 0116 305 3860.
Friday 17th February
Riotous Romans - Market Harborough Library and Museum
Stories and activities to celebrate the return of the Hallaton Helmet to Harborough Museum. 10am-12noon & 1-3pm. 5-10 years. Pre-booking essential. Free. 0116 305 3627
Friday 17th February
LEGO Day! Make and Take! - Snibston Discovery Museum
Come along and see some amazing LEGO models. There will be a giant mosaic build and you will have the chance to build your very own models.
But theres more there will be transport themed LEGO workshops throughout the day where youll get your own bag of LEGO to use as a professional takes you though some of their amazing hints and tricks for building models and you get to take the LEGO home with you afterwards! Usual museum admission includes the mosaic build. The make and take workshop is an additional 5. This event is subject to availability. Arriving early is recommended to avoid disappointment.
Why not check out whats going on at your local library too? There are lots more events, story and craft activities at libraries across the county. Contact your local library for details. There are also many more activities which will be taking place across half-term at museums across Leicestershire.
For more information about half-term activities at Leicestershire County Council museums and libraries, visit the county councils website at: www.leics.gov.uk/schoolholidayevents
For further details on many more events and activities coming up following half-term, pick up a copy of Leicestershire County Councils Events Guide, available from libraries, museums, country parks, local tourist information centres or download from: www.leics.gov.uk/events
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