Category Archives: What’s on in the Holidays?

Information about events on in the school holidays.

Portsmouth Half Term Activities: Blue Reef Aquarium

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Shelley Cook

If your children are into sharks, then head to the Blue Reef Aquarium this half term, as it’s Shark Week (14-22 Feb) and the aquarium will be celebrating all things Shark with a week of dedicated special events and activities. … Continue reading →

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Half Term Fun at Pyramids

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Shelley Cook

Half term is rapidly approaching, and with the weather still on the cold, wet and windy side, Pyramids offers the ideal place to take the children to let off some steam without having to brave the elements. Keep the children … Continue reading →

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Ever heard of Children’s University in Portsmouth?

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Shelley Cook

Well surprisingly enough, it exists. Children’s University is a trust offering 7 to 14 year olds (and 5 and 6 year olds with their families) exciting and innovative learning activities and experiences outside of normal school hours. The activities are … Continue reading →

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Monsters Week at Blue Reef Aquarium this Half Term

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Shelley Cook

If your children like getting up close and personal with creepy crawlies, revolting reptiles and fearsome fish, then you are in luck, as Blue Reef Aquarium will be running ‘Monsters Week’ this autumn half term from Saturday 25th October to … Continue reading →

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Money Saving Deals on Days out in and around Portsmouth

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Shelley Cook

Do you have a Tesco Clubcard? Chances are you’ll have some points you haven’t yet claimed. Get on to the clubcard site and have a look – you can exchange your points now for up to 4 times their value … Continue reading →

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Baby and Toddler Groups Open over Summer

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Shelley Cook

One of the things that used to be a problem over the summer holidays was the closure of your regular groups. Six weeks with pre-schoolers without any structure can be difficult to fill. Fortunately in Portsmouth at least, there … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading Challenge 2014

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Shelley Cook

This year’s Summer Reading Challenge launches on the 12th July 2014 and is open to children of all ages. The event will take place at all Portsmouth City Libraries throughout the school summer holiday. This year’s theme is ‘Mythical Maze’ … Continue reading →

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