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Hello! .... and a special welcome back to our Easter edition. With the Easter holidays just around the corner we have lot's of event's and fun things to do locally to keep you busy over the holiday period. We have partnered with Hays Travel to offer our readers a great competition to enter on page 9 One lucky family can win £3,000 towards a holiday of their choice plus £3,000 for their school. On page 11 we offer ideas on Easter activities to enjoy whether being creative inside or going out and about. We also take a look at cooking and nutrition on page 14 with Jamie Oliver. Remember when visiting any attractions or events please mention you saw them in Primary Times. Have a great Easter Paul and the team!
Local Listings
The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years
-12th April 2026
Venue: Wakefield Exchange
Address: Wakefield
21 March - 12 April 2026 The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years Wakefield Exchange www.wxwakefield.co.uk Time: 10am – 5pm Wakefield Exchange will feature an immersive exhibition...
Animal Creation
-31st March 2026
Venue: Wakefield Museum
Address: Wakefield
31 Mar 2026 Wakefield Museum Animal Creation www.wakefield.gov.uk Discover which animals have called Wakefield home throughout history. Find out how scientists and naturalists keep track of...
City Centre Adventure
-8th April 2026
Venue: Bradford
Address: Bradford
8th April City Centre Adventure Bradford Bid www.bradfordbid.co.uk Bradford BID invites families to set sail on a magical City Centre Adventure: Pirates, Princesses and Peter Pan on Wednesday...
Dino Discovery Day
-21st March 2026
Venue: National Coal Mine Museum
Address: Wakefield
21 March 2026 Dino Discovery Day National Coal Mine Museum www.ncm.org.uk 10am-4pm Get prehistoric at our Dino Discovery Day, a roaring dinosaur event that’s fun for all ages. Discover...
Dragon Eggsplorers
-6th April 2026
Venue: Pontefract Castle
Address: Wakefield
28 March - 6 April Dragon Egg Hunt Pontefract Castle www.wakefield.gov.uk Help Ilbert the Dragon find all his eggs on a special trail. Explore Pontefract Castle together and complete...
Small steps to independence
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Big Butterfly Count
The UK is set for a spectacular summer of butterflies - and everyone is invited to take part!
Secure your saplings!
Schools encouraged to apply this spring for free Woodland Trust trees to plant this autumn.
Making school food better
Jamie Oliver shares lunchbox inspiration, food education and ideas for confident young cooks.