HALF-TERM is officially here and if you’re looking for a way to keep your little ones occupied, we have just the thing.
The UK’s favourite theme parks are once again opening their gates this week, with a variety of events on offer.
Whether your child is a thrill-seeker or K-pop fan, there’s something for everyone this half-term.
Enjoy a well-deserved break with your family at discounted prices this off-season.
Scroll down to read all about the offers currently available at your favourite theme parks.
Alton Towers
Visitors can enjoy access to select areas of Alton Towers this February half-term as the Pirate Takeover Returns.
Whether you join Captain Black’s motley crew for an exciting pirate adventure in Mutiny Bay and Towers Street, or venture into CBeebies Land, there’s something for everyong this half-term.
There will also be live entertainment, with pre-booked tickets starting from just £34, another 50 per cent saving.
Alton Towers will then re-open fully on March 14, with the brand new Bluey Ride in operation.
Legoland Windsor
Celebrating its 30th birthday, Legoland Windsor will welcome guests from February 14 to 23 before its official re-opening on March 14.
Advanced bookings start from £32, saving you half the price as on-the-day tickets.
With a variety of special events planned throughout the year for the park’s anniversary, fans can start with February’s Brick Days, which are “designed to unleash your imagination” and “immerse you in a world of creativity”.
Chessington World of Adventures
While the Zoo and Sea Life section of Chessington World of Adventures is open year-round, visitors will have access to select rides and attractions this half-term.
Enjoy wild rides and up-close animal talks as part of the fun activities this February.
The full theme park will re-open on March 20, including its a brand new Paw Patrol-themed land.
Visitors can pre-book online for £34, offering a 48 per cent saving compared with on-the-gate prices.
Drayton Manor
Select rides at Drayton Manor will be open throughout half-term, including a K-pop takeover with live performances and themed entertainment.
The full park, including the soft play, train rides, and zoo, will be open on weekends from March 14 and then daily from April 1.
Online tickets start from £27.50, and £15 for those aged two to three, saving you nearly 40 per cent compared with on-the-door prices.
Paultons Park
Already re-opened for weekends, Paultons Park will welcome visitors on select rides this half-term.
Peppa Pig World will be open all week, offering “nine oinktastic rides and a giant indoor playzone”, making it ideal for all kinds of weather.
It will them open daily for the full season from March 25, with access to its new themed land Valgard: Realm of the Vikings beginning in May.
Advanced bookings start from £46.75, saving you more than 30 per cent per person.
Gulliver’s Land Theme Park
And Gulliver’s Land Theme Park will also host a half-term opening beginning on February 14.
Previously only indoor attractions have been open, but now select rides will also be available to customers.
Visitors can get a taste for the park’s Spring Specatular event, with early bird tickets starting from just £17 per person right now.
Other promotional offers are available for families during the off-season, with prices for a group of four starting from just £39.