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What's On

Don't let the weather put you off - it's time to stop hibernating and start exploring!

There are loads of activities and things to do with the kids at half-term - download an Adventurer's Checklist or book a fun event at a historic site near you.  

If you're looking for something more peaceful, join us for tours and cream tea at Framlingham Castle or stargazing at Richborough Roman Fort.

Scroll down to find out more - don't forget, if you book your tickets to our daytime events in advance, you can save 15% on your entry price.

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Things to do for February half-term

Find family-friendly events and activities near you this February half-term.

See knights up close, hone your sword skills, get stuck into science, or maybe create your own crafts.

You can also download our Adventurer's Checklist - be sure to colour in the badges as you complete each challenge!

Find half-term activities near you
The exterior of Marble Hill at night. There is text on the image that reads 'Blood on the Clocktower'

Blood on the Clocktower at Marble Hill

Come and play Blood on the Clocktower, the popular social deduction game, at atmospheric Marble Hill in London.

Our experienced storyteller will guide veteran and first-time players through an afternoon session consisting of two games. Will you be good or evil?!

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A view of the redbrick workhouse in the walls of Framlingham Castle.

Tours and cream tea at Framlingham Castle

Join us for a homemade cream tea at Framlingham Castle followed by a guided tours of the castle's workhouse, exploring areas normally closed off to the public: the attic space and the naughty cupboard!

Book a tea and tour at Framlingham Castle
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Stargazing at Richborough Roman Fort

Join us for an evening of stargazing at Richborough Roman Fort, once the gateway to Roman Britain and an atmospheric setting to explore the night sky.

Led by the South East Kent Astronomical Society, this family-friendly session is suitable for ages 5 and over.

Book stargazing at Richborough Roman Fort
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Five Women of Audley End

To celebrate International Women's Day, join us on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March as five historic women tell their stories of how they made Audley End what it is today - with a bit of friendly rivalry along the way!

Find out more about Five Women at Audley End
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Archbishop Celebrations at St Augustine's Abbey

Join us on 25 March to mark the installation of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally. As part of the celebrations, there'll be tours of the abbey throughout the day.

Find out more about the archibshop celebrations at St Augustine's Abbey
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Members' Events

Exclusively for you, our Members' Events offer behind-the-scenes access to our sites and expert tours. From London blue-plaque walks to visits to our archaeological stores, you can get up and close to heritage with our historians.

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