May Half Term

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May Half Term Week and Spring Bank Holiday

What's on over May half term and Spring bank holiday

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It's time to get ready for May half term (28 May to 5 June) it's an extra special one, with an extended four-day bank holiday to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. 

Attractions and destinations are excitingly making plans to ensure you have a right royally entertaining weekend! The Royal Borough of Windsor, is of course, going Platinum Jubilee crazy, whilst Blenheim Palace is hosting its annual food festival with a special jubilee theme.

With warm weather promised, why not cool off at one of Reading's two aqua parks, enjoy some Baa-rilliant family entertainment at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park, or head to Hampshire for some outdoor camping/glamping fun. Snap up a fantastic 15% saving at Away Resorts, benefit from kids for £1 at Bluebell Railway or try your luck and be in with a chance to win an absolutely free overnight stay in Waverley, Surrey in our latest competition.

Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Travel back in time across the stunning Sussex High Weald, area of outstanding natural beauty on one of Britain’s oldest heritage railway lines. 

What's there to do? 

• Live steam trains up to 150 years old 
• 4 stations in various period decor 
• SteamWorks! Interactive learning zone 
• A full range of dining trains from ploughmans lunch to 3 course silver service dinner 
• Licensed bar & restaurant ‘Bessemer Arms’ 
• Group discounts available 
• Museum, various shops & refreshments available 

Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Celebrate Jubilee Weekend in style at Britain’s Greatest Palace. Join us for a royally entertaining Bank Holiday weekend of events to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Thursday 2nd – Sunday 5th June. 

Blenheim Palace Food Festival

The event is bursting with delicious produce from a wide variety of local and national stallholders. Alongside artisan treats and homemade delights (of which there’ll be heaps of vegan and vegetarian options) there’ll be craft beers, cocktails and mocktails. That’s not all! Visitors to the Palace will also be able to follow a Jubilee Trail telling the story of Blenheim’s connection to the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Maidstone, Kent

Saturday 28th May – Sunday 5th June: Fun on the Farm at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park. Join us at Kent Life for a baa-rilliant half term and a “darling” celebration to mark the Queen’s platinum jubilee! The week starts with plenty of animal encounters, Big Top shows, fun farm rides and much more. We finish the week with a celebration of the 1950s - there will be a real street party vibe, with bunting galore and a traditional village fete feel. We are asking all guests to please pre-book online to guarantee entry. 

Across the region

Want to escape for half term, or a fortnight away? We have natural beauty in abundance and accommodation to suit every taste and budget. There’s private lodges, family friendly caravans and so much more plus activities* for all of the family. We’re certain you’ll find a park that you will love, whether local or a little further afield. Book now to avoid disappointment! To save up to 15% off** hundreds of May breaks use code ILOVEMAY. *Selected locations only **Bookings and arrivals up to and including 26th May – Excludes Touring. Up to 15% discount. 

Reading, Berkshire

Take to the water this half term on a Thames River Cruise or get wet at one of Reading’s two aqua parks. Reading’s Jubilee celebrations also have a watery theme as they coincide with Water Fest, a family-friendly celebration of Reading’s waterways on 4 June.

And Reading is celebrating all things “biscuity” this half term as part of the Huntley & Palmers biscuits 200th anniversary celebrations – both the MERL and Reading Museum have exhibitions and lots of child-friendly activities... and they’re free. 

Across the region

UK campervan hire, from Bunk Campers, gives you the freedom to enjoy a holiday at your own pace, and with unbounded access to all England has to offer.

Whether your route takes you along the stunning Cornwall coast, exploring neotlithic Stonehenge, or on a family motorhome adventure, your Bunk Camper will transport you there with ease and comfort. Space is filling up fast, so book now before it’s too late!

Hampshire

Get outdoors this half term with a camping or glamping trip to Hampshire.

Enjoy fresh air, the feel the soft grass under your feet and the sound of a crackling fire.

From luxurious safari tents to eco-friendly sites, beachside locations to national parks, you will find the perfect place to pitch up and enjoy some quality family time in Hampshire. 

Windsor, Berkshire

This May half term grab the kids and Visit Windsor! There’s a great choice of places to stay whether you’re looking for a homely B&B, a stylish self-catering property or a grand resort hotel and there’s no end of fun things to see and do. The town is going Platinum Jubilee crazy with bunting and banners galore. There’s Jubilee chocolate making workshops, Jubilee walking tours, Jubilee river cruises, Jubilee afternoon teas and so much more! 

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