Easter Fun: Family days out

Easter holidays

by Bella Evennett-Watts |
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Wondering how to entertain the kids during half-term? We've found the best attractions taking place up and down the country

Tickle your taste buds
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1. Tickle your taste buds

Winchester Science Museum, Hampshire.

This hands-on science show will spark curiosity in your little ones. They'll learn how sweets are made in an epic show, featuring a sugar flame thrower, plus there's the chance to get creative in the Invention Studio. It costs £12.40 per adult; £8.40 per child. Visit Winchestersciencecentre.org.

Back to the Ice Age
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2. Back to the Ice Age

Birmingham Botanical Gardens, West Midlands

There are over 40 animated life-sized beasts in this fun Ice Age experience. Visitors will come face-to-face with a woolly mammoth, a cave lion and more. Plus there's a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny. It costs £12.50 per adult; £10.50 per child. Visit Birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk.

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3. Take flight

Imperial War Museum, Duxford, Cambridgeshire

With its collection of aircraft, tanks, military vehicles and naval exhibitions, Duxford has something for all ages. During the holidays, there are events such as the Paper Plane Challenge, Meet The Veterans, and Aeroplane Investigators - all included in your entry price. Family tickets from £31.50. Visit iwm.org.uk.

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4. Bust codes

The Word, South Shields, Tyne and Wear

Discover the world of covert communications, crack secret codes and take part in a code-themed trail at the Cracked exhibition. Plus there are storytelling events, craft sessions and Lego workshops. Free entry. Visit theworduk.org.

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5. Get clued up

O2 Arena, London

Up at The O2 is teaming up with Greenwich’s Royal Observatory and Cutty Sark to host a series of educational talks from the top of The O2.

Climbers will be able to enjoy the stunning panoramic views while experts share curated lessons on South East London’s history

Suitable for ages nine+. Tickets are £40 per person. Book your place at www.theo2.co.uk/upattheo2.

CHECK OUT: The celeb pets that are a part of the family

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Celebs that love their pets

Jack Fincham1 of 22
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Jack Fincham

Jack Fincham and Dani Dyer welcomed puppy Sandy into their relationship shortly after leaving the Love Island villa.

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Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande is known for her love of dogs. The U.S singer snuggles up to her beloved pooch in this cute snap.

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Binky Felstead

Binky Felstead's loyal pooch Scrumble has long been a part of her family - and nothing changed when she gave birth to her first daughter, India.

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Georgia Kousoulou

TOWIE'S golden couple Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallett share cute pomeranian, Monkey in their Essex home.

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David Beckham

Victoria Beckham shared this adorable snap of hubby David snuggled under a plush Louis Vuitton blanket with pooch, Olive.

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Caroline Flack

Often papped walking her french bulldog around London, Caroline Flack isn't shy of making displays of affection with her much-loved dog, Ruby.

Kady McDermott7 of 22
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Kady McDermott

Kady McDermott first got cutie Coby when she was dating Scott Thomas after the Love Island villa in 2016. Once they pair broke up, Coby stayed with mum Kady.

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David Walliams

David Walliams' dog Bert frequently features across his Instagram feed - and with that adorable, scruffy face it's no wonder he's a fan-favourite.

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Kate Wright

Kate was gifted cute Chihuahua Ronnie from ex-boyfriend Dan Edgar. Although Kate and Dan are no longer close, the TOWIE star still has sweet little Ronnie.

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Louise Thompson

Louise Thompson and fiancé Ryan Libbey have been sending fans wild with their adorable snaps of King Charles Cavalier spaniel, Koji.

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Saint West

The Kardashian family are known for their love of animals - and it looks like the younger generation are taking this on board. Saint West was spotted walking one of Kim's adorable dogs.

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Lucy Watson

Animal rights campaigner and vegan, Lucy Watson often features her adorable pooch on her Instagram. It's fair to say we're head over heels for him.

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Royal Family

Kate Middleton and Prince William posed for their first family portrait with eldest son, George when he was a newborn in 2011. Family spaniel, Lupo was rightfully included.

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Megan McKenna

Megan McKenna often shares her adoration for cute dog, Daisy with fans on social media. We're totally obsessed with the cute pup.

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Pete Wicks

Pete Wicks adore his furry friends - and has often been outspoken in standing up for animal rights. During his stint on Bear Grylls' Celebrity Island his beliefs even landed him in hot water with the other celebs.

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Olivia Buckland

Olivia Buckland shares dogs, Winnie and Reggie with husband Alex Bowen. The happy family live in a luxurious Essex home.

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Vogue Williams

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews live in a luxurious London apartment with their sweet baby, Theodore and cute dog Winston.

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Queen Elizabeth II

And no one loves animals more than the royals. The Queen is famous for her love of adorable pet corgis.

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Tanya Bardsley

Real Housewives of Cheshire star Tanya Bardsley was horrified when her English Bulldog Buzz was stolen off the streets. Luckily they found him and he's now back in the fold being as cute as ever.

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Lauren Pope

Expectant mum Lauren Pope did the most low-key gender reveal ever when she posed heavily pregnant with her Frenchie puppy Cookie and captioned the post "Just me and my girls". She also calls impossibly adorable Cookie her "first born" and we can't with the cuteness.

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Mrs Hinch

When Mrs Hinch, AKA cleanfluencer Sophie Hinchcliffe reached 2M Instagram followers, she celebrated by posing for a family pic with her hubby and pampered pooch Henry.

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Holly-Willoughby

Let's hear it for the cats, shall we? Holly's gorgeous ragdoll cat Bluebell is the stuff of fluffy dreams and we love her.

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Eat for less over half-term:

Toby Carvery

Between 8-27 April, kids ages up to 12 can eat for just £1 per full-playing adult. Available Monday-Saturday. Go to Tobycarvery.co.uk to claim your voucher.

Las Iguanas

Head to the Mexican chain, where each grown-up ordering a main meal can claim a free niños meal from the kids' menu between 6-22 April. Simply mention the offer to your server.

Pizza Express

Get 25 per cent off the whole menu across all restaurants over the holidays (7-18 April).

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