There’s plenty to do and see that will channel their energies and stimulate their minds, from enjoying the great outdoors to sheltering from whatever weather is thrown our way.
Here are some boredom-busting ideas to see your family through their break from school.
9. Wirksworth
February is the month for spotting snowdrops and there are few places better to do this that at Hopton Hall near Wirksworth. The hall's famous Snowdrop Walk draws visitors from far and wide who marvel at carpets of stunning white flowers of different varieties, from single-petalled to double-blossomed. For further details, go to www.hoptonhall.co.uk/event/the-famous-snowdrop-walk Photo: Scott Merrylees
10. Denby
Children can uneash their creativity and let their imagination run free at Denby Pottery Village where hourly craft workshops with an Oriental theme are running until February 25, from 10am to 4pm. Decorate a paper lantern in traditional Chinese painted designs, make a dancing dragon puppet from paper, mould and shape a lucky dragon from Derbyshire clay. Family friendly experiences include painting fun pottery shapes, paint-a-pot and paint with clay. Book online at www.denbypottery.com/denby-pottery-village-experience Photo: Submitted
11. Buxton
Renowned astronomer and presenter Mark Thompson has a successful formula for keeping families entertained and educated. His award-winning Spectacular Science show features mind-blowing demonstrations and jaw-dropping experiments and explores the wonders of the universe and unravels the mysteries of physics and chemistry. Be in on the fun at the Pavilion Arts Centre, Buxton, on February 23 at 6pm. Tickets available at https://buxtonoperahouse.org.uk Photo: Submitted