Embark on The Quest to discover the world’s most famous legend, ascend 110m to take in one of the UK’s most historic views, snap selfies with soap stars on the cobbles and meet furry friends in the Welsh woodland, this half term.
The Loch Ness Centre – The Quest
Where: Inverness
When: Thursday 22nd – Sunday 25th May
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What: Uncover the truth behind one of the world’s most famous legends. Tales of Nessie date back almost 1,500 years and monster hunters continue to flock to Loch Ness to catch a glimpse to this day. The Quest spans four captivating days, uniting individuals and organisations in a collective exploration to solve the mystery of Loch Ness and its elusive monster. Through a series of engaging events, you’ll search, debate, and delve into the mysteries that shroud this legendary loch. Become a Nessie Hunter and join the Surface Watch, take part in a Hydrophone Discovery Cruise, and debate the evidence so far.
GreenWood Family Park – Discovery Week
Where: North Wales
When: Saturday 24th May to Sunday 1st June
What: Discover thrills, nature and new skills this half term. Learn to create suncatchers, bird feeders and more beneath GreenWood’s idyllic forest canopy, before riding the world’s only people-powered rollercoaster and the UK’s first solar-powered water ride. Embark on a scavenger hunt, meet a whole host of furry animals and walk the Barefoot Trail to make it a family day out to remember.
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Coronation Street Experience – Star Tours
Where: Manchester
When: Weekends and bank holidays
What: A long list of Corrie legends from Dame Maureen Lipman to Andy Whyment have graced the set’s Star Tours in the past so who could you meet this May? Coronation Street’s iconic cobbles are open for guided tours of the nation’s favourite street meaning fans can pay a visit to locations including the Rovers Return and Roy’s Rolls, or upgrade to meet a cast member. The Coronation Street Exhibition is also open every day to take a trip down memory lane.
The Real Mary King’s Close – A Dram of History
Where: Edinburgh
When: Fridays and Saturdays
What: Step into the shadows beneath Edinburgh’s Royal Mile for a whisky experience like no other. The tour blends hidden history with a bold taste of Scotland’s national drink. Begin your evening with a specially curated one-hour guided tour that dives deeper into the story of whisky and its role in the bustling world of Mary King’s Close. Once a lively centre for trade – including alcohol – the preserved underground streets are the perfect backdrop for a tale or two. Then, raise a glass in one of our vaulted rooms during a 30-minute whisky tasting.
Sample whisky with a dark twist…
York’s Chocolate Story – Family Masterclasses
Where: York
When: Saturday 24th May to Sunday 1st June
What: Immerse yourself in the ultimate hands-on chocolate-making experience this half-term. Create a range of tasty treats and perfect your chocolate-making skills, all under the guidance of our expert chocolatiers. Experience a live chocolatier demonstration, learn to create and decorate ganache-filled truffles, handcraft a chocolate bar, decorate your own chocolate plaque and much more. If that wasn’t enough, you can also take part in a Classic Guided Tour or try out a Truffle Rolling Tour.
Emmerdale Village Tour – Star Tours
Where: Leeds
When: Weekends and bank holidays
What: Step into the heart of Emmerdale, where some of TV’s most dramatic moments have unfolded. Walk in the footsteps of the Dingles, Sugdens and Tates around the external Emmerdale Village Tour set, located in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside. Pose outside iconic landmarks like The Woolpack and David’s Shop, and learn about the secrets behind the idyllic filming location before mingling with a surprise cast member and grabbing that all-important selfie.
Oxford Castle & Prison – Guided Tour
Where: Oxford
When: Daily
What: For over a thousand years, Oxford Castle & Prison has stood watch over the city. Join a costumed tour guide on a journey through 1000 years of Oxford’s history; from Viking raids and the Norman conquest to the Castle’s role in Georgian and Victorian era justice. Uncover the origins of education in the city, experience the stories of the Castle’s most infamous residents, climb the 101 steps of St. George’s Tower and descend into the crypt.
Uncover Oxford’s dark history…
Spinnaker Tower – Discover the View
Where: Portsmouth
When: Daily
What: Take in one of the nation’s most historic views, more than 100 metres above the Solent. Dare to walk the Sky Walk, unwind in the open air Sky Garden and take in Afternoon Tea in The Clouds. Look out over the Historic Dockyard, across to Spice Island, out in the Solent and even as far as the Isle of Wight. Every ticket includes all-day admission to the tower so you can return to sample the ever-changing view.
