School holiday fun at Holkham February half term
Explore, learn and play this February half term!
Looking for family friendly things to do in North Norfolk this half term? Look no further – there’s a whole bunch to fun to be had whether you fancy an adventure up high on our ropes course, immerse yourself on tales of wonder and magic at The Festival of Little Stories, want to get creative at our illustration workshops, spot some wonderful wildlife or explore the great outdoors. We’ve got you covered!
The Festival of Little Stories
15th – 21st February
Join us in Holkham Park for some fun book related activities including storytelling, local author meet and greets and a fun trail. The Norfolk Children’s Book Centre pop-up shop will be set up in the Lady Elizabeth Wing – pop by and see if anything takes your fancy.
Holkham Ropes Course
14th – 22nd February
10am – 4pm (Last entry at 3pm)
If you’re looking for a fun family activity in North Norfolk, our ropes course could be just the ticket! Climb aboard the course and start your adventure over wobbly and swinging bridges before getting your feet safely back to the ground with a speedy descent down our two ziplines!
Early Bird 25% discount if you book your tickets before 15th February! Use code EARLY26 when booking online.
Illustration workshops
18th and 19th February
Learn how to draw animals in the fun and charming style of Charli Vince on Wednesday and Peter Kavanagh on Thursday.
Holkham parkrun
14th and 21st February
Grab your trainers and join us for a fun, free, family friendly 5k run, jog or walk through Holkham Park. Perfect for little legs to let off steam, get out about in nature, spot some Holkham landmarks and reward yourself with a hot chocolate or sausage roll from the Courtyard Café.
Woodland Play Area
Open daily, 10am – 4pm throughout half term.
Grab a coffee from the kiosk and watch as your little ones climb, swing and slide around the Woodland Play Area.
Nature Trail
Holkham park open daily
Explore the big outdoors and stroll around Holkham Lake, spotting all the wonderful wildlife and landmarks as you go.
Courtyard Café and Gift Shop
Cosy up with a cuppa and a (if we do say so ourselves!) delicious sausage roll in our Courtyard Café and browse local delights in our Gift Shop. These will be open throughout the school holiday.
Why not stay a little longer?
If you’re travelling from further afield and haven’t got your holiday accommodation sorted yet, take a look at The Victoria in Holkham Village
Event details
Activities throughout half term
Prices vary depending on activity
Holkham
£6 per day
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Pop-up Children’s Bookshop
Sunday 15th – Saturday 21st February 2026
As part of our February half term family activities, we’re pleased to be welcoming the Norfolk Children’s Book Centre back to Holkham.
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Festival of little stories this half-term
Sunday 15th – Saturday 21st February 2026
Join us for some fun book related activities including storytelling, local author meet and greets, illustration workshops and a fun story trail around the Park!
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Wellbeing Walks
Various Tuesdays throughout the year
Enjoy a free group walk with fresh company at Holkham Beach, Wells Beach or Holkham Park. No need to book, simply join us
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Children’s animal illustration workshop with Charli
Wednesday 18th February 2026
Bring you little creatives to this animal illustration workshop with Norwich-based illustrator, Charli Vince.
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Children’s illustration workshop with Peter
Thursday 19th February
Get creative at this children’s illustration workshop with illustrator, Peter Kavanagh
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