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May half-term events and activities

Two children jumping down stone steps
Children running down steps at Polesden Lacey, Surrey | © National Trust Images/Megan Taylor

There's lots to see and do this May half term, whether you want to delve into history at castles and houses or discover nature at parks and gardens. Discover all sorts of events and activities for the whole family and let imaginations run wild.

Find May half-term events

There are mice to find at Hill Top in Cumbria, caterpillars at Arlington in Devon and wolves at Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire on the children's trails this half term. Will you discover the Georgians with a Horrible Histories time-travelling experience at Osterley, London or the Anglo-Saxons at Sutton Hoo, Suffolk? With so much on offer you can find something to suit all tastes at the places in our care this May.

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A family peer over a wall at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, North Yorkshire

Enjoy some family fun

Looking for places the whole family will enjoy? Discover family-friendly cycling trails, places to get closer to nature and historic buildings where you can learn about the past.

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What's on 

We've got plenty of events and activities on at the places in our care. From exhibitions and guided walks to outdoor theatre events, discover what's on near you.