That means you’ll be needing some ideas for how to make the best of your time. So we have compiled a fresh list of no fewer than 28 things to do and places to go across Mansfield, Ashfield, Worksop, Retford and the wider Nottinghamshire area, including family days out.
The region’s theatres are taking centre stage with a whole host of entertaining shows in the coming days. Mansfield’s Palace pays tribute to big names, such as Neil Diamond, Bob Marley, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Depeche Mode, Human League and Tears For Fears, as well as hosting hit shows such as ‘That’ll Be The Day’ and ‘Vampires Rock’.
‘The Magical Mayhem Show’ is sure to light up Worksop’s Acorn Theatre, while the music of the Glenn Miller Big Band is sure to get Retford’s Majestic Theatre in the swing. Even Southwell Minster gets in on the act with a performance of ‘Romeo And Juliet’.
The Nottinghamshire Festival Of Science And Curiosity has two more days to run to coincide with the half-term break. Workshops and events grace venues such as Mansfield Museum, Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Blidworth Library, Bassetlaw Museum, Worksop Library and Retford Library.
Also with half-term in mind are family fun activities at Mansfield Museum, a treasure hunt at Bull Farm Park in Mansfield, a magical fairy trail at Rufford Abbey Country Park, a new play area at Selston, historical high jinks at Bolsover Castle and several hands-on events at The Harley Gallery at Welbeck.
Before you set off for your chosen destination, please check its website to confirm opening times and admission prices. Have a great weekend!
13. Calling all wine connoisseurs!
You'll need to hop on the Robin Hood Line for this one, but all connoisseurs of fine wine will love the chance to visit Nottingham's fourth annual Wine Festival, which takes place at St Mary's Church on High Pavement on Saturday (3 pm to 6 pm). It features independent wine merchants and retailers, and the format is a casual walk-round, tasting which wines take your fancy. Photo: Submitted
14. Family wildlife trail at Mansfield Museum
Join in a family wildlife trail at Mansfield Museum this half-term. Investigate the wonderful 'wildlife' at the Leeming Street museum as part of 'The Twitchers Museum Adventure', which has been organised to mark the release of 'Feather', the latest book in the Twitchers series by best-selling children's author, M.G. Leonard. Find the feathered friends hidden in the museum's collection and make a pledge to protect local wildlife. Photo: Submitted
15. 'Vampires Rock' bares its teeth at the Palace
The hilarious hit show, 'Vampires Rock', bares its teeth again at Mansfield's Palace Theatre on Saturday night. It is led by artiste and producer Steve Steinman, who ignites the stage with his magnetic presence, and features a full cast of musicians, singers and dancers, including Lorraine Crosby, who stars as the Vampire Queen. She is well known for her duet with Meat Loaf in the number one song, 'I Would Do Anything For Love'. Photo: Submitted
16. How to look after a taxidermy bird
Mansfield Museum is well known for having a collection of stuffed birds. Now you can find out how and why museums collect taxidermy specimens and how they care for them. 'How To Look After A Taxidermy Bird' is a free event at the Leeming Street museum on Friday (12 midday to 1 pm) with collections officer Anja Thompson-Rohde as part of the Nottinghamshire Festival Of Science And Curiosity. Photo: Mike Gadd