9 Fun Things to Do This Half Term in Maidstone 🌟

Follow a Trail or Treasure Hunt 🗺️
Pick up a themed trail (animals, superheroes, colours) and explore together — great for keeping little legs moving. Maidstone has plenty of parks to enjoy trails, including Mote Park, Whatman Park, and Cobtree, all perfect for a half-term adventure.

Get Crafty Together 🎨
Try simple crafts like making worry monsters, kindness cards, or decorating plant pots to take home. Why not visit The Mall for free half-term crafts or check out some great colouring activities online to keep little ones entertained?

Bake a Half-Term Treat 🍪
Cookies, cupcakes, or no-bake fridge cakes — messy, fun, and very rewarding. We love this Thumbprint Cookie recipe with Apple Pie Jam from The Grape Tree — perfect for baking with the kids.

Dress-Up & Role Play 🎭
Let imaginations run wild as superheroes, shopkeepers, doctors, or princes and princesses. Dress-up is a great way to encourage creativity and storytelling.

Maidstone Museum Day 🏛️
The museum offers a variety of fun and educational activities for children of all ages. Join workshops, explore paper trails, and get hands-on learning this half term. Click here for full details.

Outdoor Adventure 🌳
Wrap up warm and head out for a park walk, scooter ride, or simply a nature stroll. Add a fun twist like counting bird nests or squirrels, taking turns inventing silly walks, or rating gardens you pass (just don’t tell the owners!).

Kindness Challenge 💛
Encourage the little ones to write thank-you notes, draw pictures for family members, or do one small good deed each day. A lovely way to teach empathy and give back to the community.

Create a Memory Scrapbook 📸
Capture half-term memories by drawing pictures, sticking in tickets, or writing about favourite moments. Check out The Works for ideas and resources to keep kids busy creatively.

Soft Play Energy Burn 🤸‍♂️
Let them run wild in soft play while you enjoy five minutes of peace. A classic half-term activity that never fails to burn off energy!