Things to do West Midlands February half term 2025
School holidays are approaching again, so it’s time to check out all the things to do in the West Midlands during February half term 2025. As half term isn’t quite such a big event as the Christmas holidays, many places announce their plans quite late. If your favourite attraction doesn’t have anything listed as yet, do get in touch with them to see what their plans are. If you’re on a budget, check out these free things to do in the West Midlands as well.
This post covers the West Midlands County area only. If you are looking for half term days out in nearby counties, please see below:
Birmingham Botanical Gardens West Midlands February half term 2025
Birmingham Botanical Gardens are offering a great opportunity to get kids outdoors this February half term. Families can learn to create a den from materials they gather around the gardens. Participants will also take a look at dens built by local wildlife. The event is led by a Garden Ranger and recommended for children aged 6-12. They must all be accompanied by an adult. This event take place outdoors so dress for the weather!
Dates: 19th February 2025.
Website: Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Cadbury World West Midlands February half term 2025
Freddo’s Magic Show is in town this February half term at Cadbury World. Shout Abracadabra and allow master magician Freddo to astound you. He’ll make things disappear, reappear and even come to life! As well as Freddo’s magic show, a ticket to Cadbury World this February half term will allow guests to take a self-guided tour and visit the café, shop and play area.
Dates: 15th to 23rd February 2025.
Website: Cadbury World.
Review: You can read my review of a family day out at Cadbury World.
Dudley Canal and Caverns
Every school holiday, Dudley Canal and Caverns puts on its Little Skippers event for holiday fun. Craft activities take place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday in school holidays.
Dates: Not yet released for February half term 2025.
Website: Canal and Tunnel Trust.
Legoland Discovery Centre
There’s no particular event taking place during February half term at the Legoland Discovery Centre, but it’s always a fun day out for little ones. Explore the ultimate LEGO playground, watch something fun in the 4D cinema, check out miniland and visit soft play. Visitors can build their own creations, have fun on two rides, burn off some energy in soft play and go on a LEGO scavenger hunt. LEGO playmakers are on hand to teach children new building skills and there’s a colour-themed building challenge taking place.
Dates: Open daily from 3rd to 28th February 2025.
Website: Legoland Discover Centre.
National Sea Life Centre West Midlands February half term 2025
This February half term’s special event at the National Sea Life Centre is bound to produce an earworm for 90s music fans… Sharklife. Learn the truth about these apex predators of the sea, then get up close to them in the 360 degree ocean tunnel. Visitors can:
- Meet a marine biologist
- Hunt for shark teeth
- Follow a sharklife trail
- Take part in a competition to win a VIP shark feeding experience
When and where: 8th February to 2nd March 2025, National Sea Life Centre.
Review: You can read my review of the National Sea Life Centre.
Selly Manor Museum
Join a very colourful caterpillar for a day out at Selly Manor this February half term. He likes to eat a lot of tasty food and he’s ready to guide you on a story trail around the grounds. Wildlife bingo, sensory play and craft activities are all on offer as well. Inside the manor itself, there will be a family trail and dressing up.
Dates: 17th to 21st February 2025.
Website: Selly Manor.
West Midlands February half term 2025 FAQs
In most West Midlands schools, February half term runs from Monday 17th to Friday 21st February 2025. However, private schools and academies often have longer holidays and the dates of them may differ.
According to the Times, demand for holidays abroad returned to pre-pandemic levels in 2024, but supply has not yet caught up so prices have skyrocketed. That’s why staying local this year might be a good idea – you can do some of these fantastic activities, support the local economy and save up for a holiday next year when prices may have come back down.
Thanks for this detailed list!! I have a two year old and these sort of days out are great fun. Very useful. Saved your blog and will be back again. Thanks again!
Thank you, I’m so glad it’s helpful 🙂