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The Winter Reading Challenge 2026

10th January-22nd February 2026

Venue: Essex Libraries

Looking for a way to keep your child engaged and learning during the winter months? The Winter Reading Challenge 2026 is the perfect solution! Running from 10 January to 22 February, this challenge is...

Family Fun at Leisure World and Colchester Sports Park

2nd February-15th March 2026

Venue: Leisure World and Colchester Sports Park

Free-to-Ride Area, BMX Pump Track for thrill-seekers, the pump track offers an adrenaline-filled challenge for all ages, Leisure Pool with Flumes and much more. For opening times and booking details, visit...

Jigsaw Performing Arts Brentford

2nd February-15th March 2026

Venue: Becket Keys Secondary School, Sawyers Hall Ln

From babies as young as 6 months to teens of 18, Jigsaw's wide range of classes offers something for every budding performer. Join them this term and let your child take centre stage. Their journey in...

Laser Mayhem

2nd February-15th March 2026

Venue: Laser Mayhem, Pryors Farm

With over 20 Call of Duty Style playing areas, you will be amazed by the laser tag arenas, with Forts, Real Russian Battle Tanks, Planes, Helicopters and much more. Laser Mayhem is completely unique, they...

Oi Chelmsford! SEN Friendly Days

2nd February-15th March 2026

Venue: Museum of Chelmsford

Visit every 2nd Saturday of the month 10am to 4pm for the new SEN Friendly Day, to coincide with the 'Oi Chelmsford! Kes Gray: Chelmsford Born and Read' exhibition. This is an opportunity for visitors...

The Wind in the Willows Trail

The Wind in the Willows Trail

Join Mole, Ratty, Toad and Badger on a magical February half term adventure at RHS Garden Hyde Hall.

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Family days out that inspire learning

Family days out that inspire learning

Discover how a half-term day out can bring history, science and stories to life for your family!

Essex Winter Reading Challenge

Essex Winter Reading Challenge

Embark on an exciting journey with The Pawfessionals as they explore careers across the county of Essex.

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