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How to spend February Half Term in Bridgend County

January 29, 2018

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Rest Bay, Porthcawl

Parents fear not! The February Half Term may be fast approaching, but with plenty of happenings taking place in Bridgend, you won't be stuck for things to do. Discover beasts with Parc Slip Nature Reserve before getting creative at Carnegie House. With activities starting at just £2 per child, you needn't break the bank to enjoy a fun-filled Half Term in Bridgend County.

Family surfing with Porthcawl Surf School

Family surfing doesn't have to be costly in South Wales. Porthcawl Surf School, voted one of the best in Britain, offer a two-day family surf break that includes one learn to surf lesson, two surf hire sessions and one night's accommodation right near the beach in Rest Bay. All for jut £65 per person.
www.porthcawlsurf.co.uk

Join the circus with Organised Kaos

Join the circus for a day in an all jumping, all juggling circus extravaganza! Learn a wide variety of ground-based circus skills including acrobatics, tight wire, walking globe, juggling, diablo, poi and hula hoops at the Maesteg Town Hall this Half Term with Organised Kaos. 22nd Feb, 10am, 6-12 year olds, £6.50

Jump for Joy in Wales' biggest indoor trampoline park

Get the whole family jumping for joy at Wales' biggest indoor trampoline park. Join Jump Jam in its Family Jam, special trampoline bookings for the whole family to enjoy. Family Jam Saturdays and Sundays 10am, £25 for a family of 4.
https://www.jumpjam.co.uk

Build your own bird box with Parc Slip

It's nearly National Nest Box week and what better way to celebrate than by building your very own bird box in the Half Term! Join Parc Slip for a creative nature activity and make a home for you own birds in your garden. All materials are provided and adult supervision is required. Slots available every 10 minutes from 10am to 3pm. One nest box per time slot - siblings should book consecutive time slots.

Fatbike over the biggest dunes in Europe

Fatbike over the Merthyr Mawr sand dunes, some of the biggest dunes in Europe, for an unforgettable experience the whole family can enjoy. Simply hire a fatbike of your own or take a guided tour through the dunes. Fatbike hire from just £10 per hour.
http://porthcawlbikehire.co.uk

See a monster-ously good show

Enjoy a monster-ously good show from the creators of Aliens Love Underpants this February. Brimming with thrills, spills, magic and mayhem, Monsterous is a show the whole family can enjoy. With original music and plenty of audience participation, this is the ultimate Half Term activity.

Enjoy a feast of colourful theatre

Don't miss the incredibly visual tale of Pixie's Soap Scarf Soup performance this half term at Carnegie House. With colourful puppetry, charming characters and magical music, The Pixie's Soap Scarf is set to be a theatrical feast for all ages over 3 to appreciate! Saturday 24th Feb, 11am, £6

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