Spring into March!

Spring into March!

Join us in welcoming the warmer days and the beginning of Spring this March!

Make the most of the sunnier days by going out with the family to make life-long memories.

We have put together a list of attractions and events from across the country for you to visit!

Keep reading to find fun family days out near you…

Families petting the Horse Mascot at Ascot Racecourse

Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire

Ascot’s Springtime Extravaganza awaits!

Enjoy an action-packed day at the racecourse on Sunday 24th March with epic jumps racing and free family activities including face painting, animal encounters, arts and crafts and a special guest appearance from the Gruffalo. Come and see him at intervals throughout the day.

Tickets from £30, Kids GO FREE with a full-paying adult. Join in the fun and book tickets now at Ascot.com.

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre in Sussex

Bing’s Nature Explorers at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

Take the children to the lovely Arundel Wetland Centre where they can become Nature Explorers, with lots of fun activities!

Join Bing and Flop in the activities, such as:

Activity trails where you can follow Bing’s Nature Explorers trail and discover fun-filled challenges and amazing wildlife facts.
Interactive Storytelling sessions where you can listen to Bing stories.
Character appearances where you can say hello to Bing and Flop and have your photo taken for some great memories.

Mid-Norfolk Railway in Norfolk

Alice on the Wondertrain at Mid-Norfolk Railway

Alice on the Wondertrain is an immersive, theatrical, live train experience being held at the Mid-Norfolk Railway this Easter!

Brought to you by the theatrical team behind The Polar Express™ Train Ride, twisted Reality Productions.

Hop onboard to enjoy this fantastical story, and to meet the array of marvelous characters from Alice in Wonderland!

Mother’s Day at Exbury Gardens in Southampton

All Mums can enjoy half-price entry to Exbury Gardens this Mother’s Day, where all the family can enjoy a glorious spring day out!

Children can plant up a pot for their Mums. First they can decorate it, then plant it up with lovely spring flowers!

There’s also an opportunity to book a table for a yummy Sunday lunch in the Azalea Room to treat Mum.

For further information and to book your tickets, please visit Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway’s website.

Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park in Buckinghamshire

Mums Go Free for Mother’s Day at Hogshaw Farm

Why not celebrate Mother’s Day with a wonderful family day out at Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park near Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire this March? On Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th March mums have free farm entry (one free adult per booking).

The whole family will find plenty to explore and do in the 44 acres of land. Meet UK rare breed farm animals and European wildlife. Watch the flying bird display. One of the highlights for young visitors is sure to be the daily Animal Encounter Programme – a great chance to get up close to the animals and learn more about them.

National Coal Mining Museum in West Yorkshire

Home Education Workshops at National Coal Mining Museum

If you are a Home Educator why not plan a trip to the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield for a special workshop that has been developed for Home Educated children.

Check out the new 2023/24 season of activities and topics going to be covered at the invaluable Home Education sessions that take place from 11am-12.30pm and 2pm-3.30pm at a cost only £7 per child.

RHS Garden Bridgewater in Manchester

International Women’s Day at RHS Garden Bridgewater

International Women’s Day is on 8th March which this year coincides with Mother’s Day Weekend. Visit RHS Garden Bridgewater on Saturday and Sunday 9th and 10th March to celebrate women in horticulture.

The event will include talks from women who have careers in horticulture as well as women in the garden’s horticultural teams. Meet Yaz, a local champion of ginnel gardening and Idle Women– an artist-led community interest company who are creating the first dedicated women’s physic garden in the UK, in Nelson, Lancashire.