{"id":39182,"date":"2022-04-15T09:17:12","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T08:17:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/?p=39182"},"modified":"2023-11-08T10:21:54","modified_gmt":"2023-11-08T10:21:54","slug":"half-term-activities-dorset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/half-term-activities-dorset\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Exciting Half-Term Activities in Dorset 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

Keep the kids entertained at half term with one of these half-term activities in Dorset.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

There is so much to see and do in Dorset this half-term. Whether looking after the kids or the grandkids, you can keep the whole family entertained.<\/p>\n

Why not treat the whole family to a day of excitement, ice creams and learning? Dorset is a fantastic place to explore this half term.<\/p>\n

See what\u2019s on this half term in Dorset below\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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When is Half Term in Dorset 2022?<\/h2>\n

Autumn<\/h3>\n

25th October 2021 \u2013 29th October 2021<\/p>\n

Spring<\/h3>\n

21st February 2022 \u2013 25th February 2022<\/p>\n

Summer<\/h3>\n

30th May 2022 \u2013 3rd June 2022<\/p>\n

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Half-Term Activities in Dorset 2022<\/h2>\n

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Dorset\u00a0<\/strong>is home to many family-friendly activities perfect for entertainment during half term.<\/p>\n

Whether you want to teach your children more about nature or keep them active throughout the holidays, there is so much for you to do in\u00a0Dorset<\/strong>\u00a0half term 2022.<\/p>\n

During the summer months, you can explore without having to worry about the weather.<\/p>\n

Or stick to the museums throughout the chilly autumn half-term holidays in Dorset.<\/p>\n

Start your search for a Dorset holiday cottage<\/a> here.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Discover another World in a Coastal Rock Pool<\/h3>\n

\"rockpooling<\/p>\n

With a stunning coastline that stretches over 140 miles,\u00a0Dorset<\/strong>\u00a0is a great place to explore the mysterious marine life.<\/p>\n

As the tide goes out, the coastline reveals many pools full of creatures from the deep.<\/p>\n

You can spot fish, crabs, seaweed, and a variety of unique marine life*.<\/p>\n

One of the best places to try rock pooling is\u00a0Kimmeridge Bay<\/strong>\u00a0on the\u00a0Isle of Purbeck<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Keep an eye out for any events the\u00a0Dorset Wildlife Trust\u00a0<\/strong>are running. They occasionally run a rockpool ramble for anyone that wants guidance on how to sustainably rockpool.<\/p>\n

You can head out with experts to explore safely and educationally. To find out more, head over to the\u00a0Dorset Wildlife Trust website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

*Please do not remove or destroy any of the marine environment. It is an integral part of the Dorset coastline and provides homes for the weird and wonderful creatures that live on our shoreline.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

By maintaining the local ecology, we ensure that everyone has the chance to enjoy the marine life in Dorset.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Build your own Bug Holiday Lodge<\/h3>\n

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Did you know that bugs help us to grow food and pollinate plants?<\/p>\n

Spend your half term in\u00a0Dorset<\/strong>\u00a0building your very own Insect sanctuary. It is a great project to undergo with your children, creating something you can be proud of for years to come.<\/p>\n

An insect hotel provides a place for insects to hide and rest from birds and other predators.<\/p>\n

It will even help your favourite plants and flowers to pollinate in the summer.<\/p>\n

Take a look at the\u00a0RSPCA guide to building your own insect hotel<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Hunt for fossils along the Jurassic Coast<\/h3>\n

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On your day out splashing in the rockpools, why not keep an eye out for some\u00a0Jurassic Coast<\/strong>\u00a0fossils as well?<\/p>\n

Dorset<\/strong>\u00a0is one of the best places in the UK to see fossils. While you may not find a tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, there is plenty of crustacean, fish, mammal, and plant fossils along the coast.<\/p>\n

Some of the most common fossils you can find along the\u00a0Jurassic Coast\u00a0<\/strong>are Molluscs and Brachiopods. They have a beautiful spiral pattern and often show a lot of detail.<\/p>\n

Top Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0The best time to hunt for fossils in\u00a0Charmouth<\/strong>\u00a0is as the tide is going out.<\/p>\n

Check out our guide to\u00a0fossil hunting on the\u00a0Jurassic Coast<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Or, if you want to make the most of the impressive coastline, why not check out one of these\u00a0Jurassic Coast cottages<\/strong><\/a>?<\/p>\n

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Race along on a Bike Ride<\/h3>\n

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As well as a stunning coastline,\u00a0Dorset\u00a0<\/strong>is home to picturesque countryside. One of the best ways to enjoy this scenery is on two wheels.<\/p>\n

Not only is it an enjoyable way to exercise, but it is also a quick way to see more of\u00a0Dorset.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cycling with children can be stressful, so picking a route with no traffic is essential to keep your day out fun for everyone.<\/p>\n

Starting in\u00a0Weymouth<\/strong>, follow route 26 along the National Cycle Network to\u00a0Portland.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This route takes you along a traffic-free trail passing impressive tourist hot spots like\u00a0Chesil Beach\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Portland Marina.<\/strong><\/p>\n

To keep your day running smoothly, make sure to pack snacks, water and wear the correct protective clothing.<\/p>\n

Why not bring your bikes and stay at one of these\u00a0Weymouth cottages<\/a>\u00a0for a half-term treat?<\/p>\n

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Take to the Skies Flying a Kite<\/h3>\n

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Another engaging way to get the kids outside and enjoy nature is with an old-fashioned kite.<\/p>\n

Run along and see if you or the children can master kite flying. Once you\u2019ve got the kite off the floor, you can try and teach yourself tricks to impress the whole family.<\/p>\n

If you want to add a bit of creativity to kite flying, why not see if you can make your own kite?<\/p>\n

It is a rewarding activity for the young and the old.<\/p>\n

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Learn more at the Tank Museum<\/h3>\n

\"bovington<\/p>\n

If the weather isn\u2019t great, head to\u00a0Bovington\u00a0<\/strong>and look around what the museum describes as the world’s best collection of tanks.<\/p>\n

Every May half term, the museum puts on many family-friendly activities to keep visitors of all ages entertained.<\/p>\n

Across the weekend, there are live tank displays, top trumps trail and face painting opportunities.<\/p>\n

Opening Times:\u00a0<\/strong>Monday \u2013 Sunday:9:00 \u2013 17:00<\/p>\n

Address:\u00a0<\/strong>Linsay Road, Bovington, Wareham, BH20 6JG<\/p>\n

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Get competitive playing Adventure Golf<\/h3>\n

\"adventure<\/p>\n

What\u2019s better on a summer’s day than spending the afternoon on the golf course?<\/p>\n

Bournemouth<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>is home to several mini-golf courses. However, in Weymouth, the\u00a0Pirate Adventure Mini-Golf Course<\/a>\u00a0is perfect for the family event.<\/p>\n

Located at the\u00a0Weymouth<\/strong>\u00a0Sealife,<\/strong>\u00a0the Pirate themed golf course is more than just a game. Each hole offers a history behind some of the world\u2019s most famous pirates.<\/p>\n

The 18-holes mini golf course is the ideal way to finish after an educational visit to\u00a0Sealife<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Whatever the weather, there is so much to do at half-term in Dorset.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep your children entertained and take them on an educational journey along the Dorset countryside. There are so many family-friendly half-term activities in Dorset.<\/strong><\/p>\n

And, the best way to enjoy half term in Dorset is from the comfort of one of these\u00a0<\/strong>Dorset holiday cottages<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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