What's On This February Half Term in Colchester
Colchester is a great place to be over the school holidays. With a mix of free and paid activities for kids and families, there's plenty to do for all budgets and taste, whether you're looking to learn more about the city's history, take part in a fast-paced physical activity or enjoy a peaceful walk through nature.
If the sun's out, it just makes sense to take advantage of it! For a bigger day out, you might enjoy the award-winning Colchester Zoo, with a mix of outdoor and undercover enclosures. Alternatively, you can pick up a Roman Trivia Trail online or directly from the Visitor Information Centre, for a free, family-friendly, historical trip around the city. You might also enjoy an outdoor picnic at High Woods Country Park, a walk down the Wivenhoe Trail or some bird-spotting at Abberton Reservoir Nature Reserve.
For the history fanatics, Colchester is home to seemingly-endless Roman history. Why not take the kids the Roman Circus Visitor Centre to learn more about the remains of only known Roman circus in Britain; explore Colchester Castle and enjoy some of their fun activities; or walk around the city, either on a self-guided tour of the Roman and Medieval gates, or on a guided tour of the city with one of our friendly guides. For more history and culture, check out 'Museums and Galleries' page.
However, if the weather isn't quite as bright, why not try your hand at indoor, family-friendly activities like Bowling, Laser Tag, Pottery Painting or the watching a film at the Cinema? For sports, you might also enjoy a swimming session at Colchester Leisure World, or maybe a hiring a court at the Colchester Sports Park. Visit our 'Things to Do' page to see more of the activities Colchester has to offer.
Explore some of the family-friendly activities Colchester has to offer below, and be sure to visit our 'Events' page for more inspiration, as there are plenty of great kid-friendly concerts and shows coming up over the this half term!
High Woods - Half Term Eye Spy Trail
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Margaret Cavendish: Trailblazer
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Valentines Tea Party with Belle and The Beast
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Abberton Winter Warm-Up
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February Half Term at Colchester Zoo
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Guided Walking Tour: From Camulodunum to Colchester
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Knightzzz at the Museum
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Roman Gods Trail
The trail runs from 15-23 February, during our regular opening hours. Join us for a journey through…
Steam Days at the East Anglian Railway Museum
Unlimited rides on a train hauled by one of our vintage Steam Locomotives. During our Steam Days…
Reeking Romans: A Sensory Family Tour
Guided tours start at 11 AM, lasting 40 minutes, available from 17-21 February. Step back in time to…
Abberton Brilliant Bird Event
It’s national nest box week and the perfect time to think about all things bird! There will be…
Create a Creature: Craft Session
Join us for drop-in sessions from 10:30 AM to 12 PM and 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM as we dive into a world…
High Woods - Half Term Woodland Crafts drop-in
Get creative in the woods. Come and join our woodland craft sessions! Learn how to use natural…
Diesel Days 2025 at East Anglian Railway Museum
During our Diesel Days, The Museum is open for you to look around the various buildings, trains…
Snow White and Rose Red
Two sisters, Snow White and Rose Red, live in a pretty cottage in a garden full of white and red…
That's So 90s
Get ready to Spice Up Your Life with The One and Only 90’s show…
Guided Walking Tour: From Camulodunum to Colchester
Take a guided walking tour around Colchester to discover its history and heritage with an expert…