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15 fun ideas for the family this May half term local to Altrincham & Sale
The two-week half term break is upon us! If you’re looking for some great suggestions to keep the kids from getting bored then read on…
RHS Garden Bridgewater, Salford
May half term at RHS Bridgewater: The Great Garden Game-a-thon
Let the games begin! Get ready for a week of family fun, laughter and friendly competition this May half term at RHS Garden Bridgewater, Greater Manchester
24 May – 1 June 2025
Tatton Park, Knutsford
With 1,000 acres of deer park for visitors to enjoy as well as woodland areas and meres, the Parkland is a fascinating landscape to explore. You’re welcome to walk, cycle, picnic and play in the park for free. There are lots of great trails that provide wonderful walks, amazing viewpoints and idyllic picnic spots. View visitor activities.
The Parkland is bursting with wildlife all year long, read the latest seasonal wildlife news from the Ranger Team. Little explorers will love our seasonal scavenger hunts or the fun activities in our Parkland Explorer booklet.
Z-Arts, Adventures in Wonderland
Step into Alice’s shoes and have your very own magical Adventures in Wonderland!
An enchanting play experience which invites children and families to explore Wonderland, using imagination to create their own fantastical adventure.
Crocky Trail, Chester
Discover a world of adventure at the Crocky Trail, the ultimate destination for families searching for unique things to do with kids. Get your 10% Raring2go! discount here
Atlantic Bowl
Bowl, eat, drink, enjoy at Atlantic Bowl this half term. Book online here
Eureka! Halifax
Join us for a hands-on tech adventure this May half term!
Sale Festival, various venues across Sale
Throughtout June, Sale Festival brings a feast of activities for every age group at venues across Sale.
Trafford Palazzo
TP Half Term in Bloom, 25th to 31st May
A half term week of blooming fun activities for kids this half term that will really encourage little green fingers to get stuck in and grow! See what’s on
Look for a book 2025, libraries across Greater Manchester
23rd May to 1st June
Manchester’s Festival of Libraries is about to take families out of this world with a programme of free Family Friendly fun featured as part of the 2025 line-up. Showcasing the creativity, ideas and adventures that await in all libraries, the festival features games, performances, crafts, exhibitions, trails and more; all of which is free.
Quayside, MediaCity
MAKE A DAY OF IT THIS MAY: GOOD FOOD, HALF TERM ACTIVITIES AND FAMILY FUN AT QUAYSIDE
Quayside, the unique waterside destination based in MediaCity, is pulling out all the stops this May with a packed line-up of family fun, food deals, and feel-good events for all ages.
From Thursday 29th May to Saturday 1st June, Quayside is going Jurassic with four days of free dinosaur-themed activities. Little explorers can get stuck into fossil digging and dino mask designing, with a special appearance from roaming dinosaurs and adorable dino babies on Friday 30th May.
May half term fun and games at Beeston Castle
Saturday 24 May – Sunday 1 June
10am – 5pm
Join us in the grounds of Beeston Castle for hands-on activities this May half term. Enjoy family fun and games in the fresh air!
Ok, it’s not quite 15 but we’ll be adding more soon!
