This is Hull and East Riding -- It's nearly half-term and you might want some ideas on how to entertain the kids. Olivia Stocks picks out some of the best value family days out So the February half-term holidays are nearly upon us and you're probably stuck for a few ideas to keep the kids entertained. Most families have a tight budget this half-term, so look no further than our pick of the best days out which are the best value for your money. *Hull Ice Arena* Make like Bambi and let the kids try their hand at skating on the slippery ice. At selected times; soft play will be available to play with on the ice as well as the fun Ice Disco – skating to the latest chart hits with disco lights flying around. When the kids are hungry, the nearby café sells light refreshments to charge their energy up again – but not too much, parents need rest, too. *When & where:* Ice Arena, Kingston Retail Park, Hull. Tickets from £6.25, includes skate hire. Call 01482 335252. Visit www.hullcc.gov.uk *Make 'n' Take Ceramics* Located on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds, Make 'n' Take Ceramics offers you the chance to get creative with clay. Make your own sculptural masterpiece or simply paint one of the many pots that are available. With dedicated kids' sessions on Saturdays and in the school holidays, families have the chance to get creative together and be inspired by art. *When & where:* Make 'n' Take Ceramics, Wold View Buildings, Bugthorpe, York, YO41 1QG. Saturday sessions from 1.30pm to 3pm, school holidays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 10am to 11.30am. Cost is £3 per child. Advance booking is required. Call 01759 377368. Visit www.makentakeceramic.co.uk *Waterworld, York* Let the kids go wild in the water this half-term. With a variety of slides and chutes, they're guaranteed to have a blast. Float down the lazy river or surf the waves in the wave pool – they can do it all. For the under-eights, there is a toddler fun pool, as well as a bubble pool for older visitors to relax in. Afterwards, relax in the nearby café for healthy snacks and refreshments. *When & where:* York Waterworld, Katheryn Avenue, Monks Cross, York, YO32 9JS. Prices from £4.40 per child, family tickets £15.40. Call 01904 642111 for opening times and further details. Visit www.waterworld.co.uk *Sundown Adventureland, Retford* This fairytale-themed park is exclusively designed for the under-10s, but great fun for the whole family. Journey back in time into Robin Hood's world, ride the Rocky Mountain Railroad, enjoy the Pirate Adventure and Smugglers Cove. Open up your child's imagination to a whole host of childhood fun and watch them play amongst the exciting scenery and rides. When & where: Sundown Adventureland, Tresswell Road, Retford, Nottingham, DN22 0HX. Opening times 10am-4pm. Tickets from £12. Call 01777 248274 for further details. Visit www.sundownadventureland.co.uk *Castle Howard's half-term children's trail* Within the grounds of this magnificent stately home, children will love exploring the nature and wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for giant flowers and other exciting objects amongst the trees and see if you can collect all of the items. When the children have explored as much as they can muster, visit the Garden Centre to pick up a special prize. Designed to be at one with the outdoors, families have the freedom to roam the impressive gardens and interact with all that there is to offer. *When & where:* Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA. Open daily 10am-5pm. Tickets from £6. Call 01653 648333 for further details. Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk
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This is Hull and East Riding -- It's nearly half-term and you might want some ideas on how to entertain the kids. Olivia Stocks picks out some of the best value family days out So the February half-term holidays are nearly upon us and you're probably stuck for a few ideas to keep the kids entertained. Most families have a tight budget this half-term, so look no further than our pick of the best days out which are the best value for your money. *Hull Ice Arena* Make like Bambi and let the kids try their hand at skating on the slippery ice. At selected times; soft play will be available to play with on the ice as well as the fun Ice Disco – skating to the latest chart hits with disco lights flying around. When the kids are hungry, the nearby café sells light refreshments to charge their energy up again – but not too much, parents need rest, too. *When & where:* Ice Arena, Kingston Retail Park, Hull. Tickets from £6.25, includes skate hire. Call 01482 335252. Visit www.hullcc.gov.uk *Make 'n' Take Ceramics* Located on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds, Make 'n' Take Ceramics offers you the chance to get creative with clay. Make your own sculptural masterpiece or simply paint one of the many pots that are available. With dedicated kids' sessions on Saturdays and in the school holidays, families have the chance to get creative together and be inspired by art. *When & where:* Make 'n' Take Ceramics, Wold View Buildings, Bugthorpe, York, YO41 1QG. Saturday sessions from 1.30pm to 3pm, school holidays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 10am to 11.30am. Cost is £3 per child. Advance booking is required. Call 01759 377368. Visit www.makentakeceramic.co.uk *Waterworld, York* Let the kids go wild in the water this half-term. With a variety of slides and chutes, they're guaranteed to have a blast. Float down the lazy river or surf the waves in the wave pool – they can do it all. For the under-eights, there is a toddler fun pool, as well as a bubble pool for older visitors to relax in. Afterwards, relax in the nearby café for healthy snacks and refreshments. *When & where:* York Waterworld, Katheryn Avenue, Monks Cross, York, YO32 9JS. Prices from £4.40 per child, family tickets £15.40. Call 01904 642111 for opening times and further details. Visit www.waterworld.co.uk *Sundown Adventureland, Retford* This fairytale-themed park is exclusively designed for the under-10s, but great fun for the whole family. Journey back in time into Robin Hood's world, ride the Rocky Mountain Railroad, enjoy the Pirate Adventure and Smugglers Cove. Open up your child's imagination to a whole host of childhood fun and watch them play amongst the exciting scenery and rides. When & where: Sundown Adventureland, Tresswell Road, Retford, Nottingham, DN22 0HX. Opening times 10am-4pm. Tickets from £12. Call 01777 248274 for further details. Visit www.sundownadventureland.co.uk *Castle Howard's half-term children's trail* Within the grounds of this magnificent stately home, children will love exploring the nature and wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for giant flowers and other exciting objects amongst the trees and see if you can collect all of the items. When the children have explored as much as they can muster, visit the Garden Centre to pick up a special prize. Designed to be at one with the outdoors, families have the freedom to roam the impressive gardens and interact with all that there is to offer. *When & where:* Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA. Open daily 10am-5pm. Tickets from £6. Call 01653 648333 for further details. Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk
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