February Half Term in the Cotswolds: Big Days Out, Fresh Air and Easy Family Wins

February half term has arrived, and the Cotswolds is ready for it. There might be a bit of sunshine, there might be the odd shower, but that is all part of a proper British half-term. The key is choosing days out that give you space to explore, places to pause and something for everyone.

Here are four standout spots this week, all ideal for families and all stocking juices to keep little adventurers refreshed.

Cotswold Farm Park: Lambing Season at Its Best

February half-term and lambing season go hand in hand at Cotswold Farm Park. It is one of the most memorable times of year to visit, with newborn lambs and goat kids arriving daily.

Half-term highlights include:

• Live lambing in the Animal Barn
• Daily farm talks and rare breed encounters
• Indoor discovery areas alongside large outdoor play zones
• Wide open countryside views

It is hands-on, energetic and genuinely educational without feeling like it. After meeting the newest arrivals or racing around the play areas, a chilled Bensons Pressed Juice is the perfect reset before heading back out.

Cotswold Wildlife Park: Make a Day of It

Cotswold Wildlife Park is built for big family days out. With wide pathways, open lawns and plenty of animal houses, it is easy to spend several hours here.

You can look forward to:

• Penguin feeding sessions
• Keeper talks throughout the day
• The adventure playground
• The train ride around the park

If you are visiting during the February half-term 2026, the Park advises avoiding peak arrival times between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm to reduce queuing. Arriving later can make the start to your day much smoother. It is also worth checking travel updates via BBC Radio Oxford on 95.2FM and reviewing the Park’s website or social channels before you set off.

National Trust: Space to Roam

National Trust properties across the Cotswolds are excellent during school holidays. They give families room to move, structured trails to follow and cafés for a mid-afternoon pause.

Great half-term options include:

• Hidcote for winding garden paths
• Dyrham Park for big views and deer spotting
• Woodchester Park for woodland exploring
• Chedworth Roman Villa for a mix of history and discovery

Many properties run family-friendly activity trails during half-term, which adds focus and purpose to the walk. Combine fresh air with a café stop and a Bensons Fruity Water or Pressed Juice and you have a balanced, easy day out.

Batsford Arboretum: Snowdrops and Calm Woodland Walks

For something slightly calmer, Batsford Arboretum is beautiful in February. Snowdrops are still carpeting parts of the woodland floor, and the paths make for an easy family wander.

It is ideal for:

• A slower-paced morning
• Nature spotting
• A shorter, manageable outing before lunch

Finish with a café visit and a refreshment stop and it becomes a simple but memorable half-term plan.

Keep It Straightforward

Half-term does not need to be complicated. Pick one main destination, give yourselves time and let the day unfold.

Pack layers, comfortable shoes, and leave room for:

• Lamb spotting
• Penguin watching
• Garden trails
• A Bensons Fruity Water or pressed juice!

Fresh air, brilliant attractions and proper refreshments. That is February half-term in the Cotswolds done well.