If you’re looking for February half term activities in Dorset, check out these great fun ideas. February half term in Dorset 2026 runs from Monday 16th February – Sunday 22nd February.
As well as the amazing things to do in February listed below, why not consider doing some fossil hunting, or perhaps some pottery painting. There are also plenty of places to try your hand at go karting, or even walking with alpacas.
If the weather takes a turn for the worse, there are some great places to go bowling, or perhaps a visit to a soft play centre.
Kids Eat Free Or For Less In February Half Term
Enjoy eating out for less in February Half Term with these additional Kids Eat Free offers
February Half Term Children’s Cinema
- The Regent in Christchurch are showing
- The Tivoli in Wimborne are showing
- Careys Secret Garden
February Half Term At Corfe Castle
Dates: 14th – 22nd February 2026
The teddy bear zip line is back at Corfe Castle this February half term.
Cool Coast Ice Rink
Dates: until 22nd February 2026
The indoor ice rink in Bournemouth at the Bournemouth International Centre is on until Sunday 22nd February 2026. Ice skating session times run from 11:00am until 8:45pm.
Tank Museum February Half Term
Dates: 14th – 22nd February 2026
The theme for February half term at The Tank Museum is Adventure Quest. Enjoy special, family friendly activities this February Half Term, with tours, crafts and much more.
Durlston Country Park Half Term Activities
Lighthouse Rd, Swanage BH19 2JL
Dates: 16th – 22nd February 2026
There are a range of activities happening in Swanage through February Half Term including
- Pirates of Purbeck trail
- Wild Wednesdays
- Dinosaur Discovery
Lyme Regis Pantomime – Aladdin
Dates: 18th – 21st February 2026
Lyme Regis Pantomime Society are putting on their panto during February Half Term.
Russell-Cotes February Half Term
Dates: 14th – 22nd February 2026
Enjoy the Chinese Horse trail around the house this February half term. There’s also craft activities taking place on selected dates too.
Lemur Landings Half Term Disco Night
Date: 13th February 2026
Enjoy a family disco night at Lemur Landings this February. Music, dancing and soft play is all included.
West Bay Discovery Centre
Dates: TBC
Bugtastic Trail At Walled Garden Moreton
Dates: 7th – 22nd February 2026
Explore the gardens, find the ladybirds and answer the quiz to collect your prize.
World War II Week At Nothe Fort
Dates: 14th – 22nd February 2026
Complete the wartime activities and collect job stamps as you find out all about WWII at the Fort!
Monkey World
Dates: TBC
Half Term At Highcliffe Castle
Dates: 15th – 22nd February 2026
You can take part in the indoor activities at Highcliffe Castle this February half term.
18th February is 50% off family admission day.