If you're looking for something to do this May half-term, you've come to the right place. With the support of our partners, our charity invites you to a host of events that kids of all ages will enjoy.
May half-term events by the canal
Find fun-filled events for all the family by the canal this May half-term. Celebrate spring and feel better by water.
Go wild this half-term
Join us at the National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port, as we take a look at canal wildlife: 25 May - 2 June
Gloucester Tall Ships Festival
Admire the marvellous spectacle of tall ships in the historic setting of Gloucester Docks: 25 - 27 May
Crick Boat Show 2024
Enjoy Britain's biggest boating festival. Northamptonshire: 25 - 27 May
Circular walk from Oxford
Join a guided walk along the Oxford Canal towpath and meet like-minded people: 25 May
Roses & Castes at Foxton
Meet local artist Alison Root and learn more about the traditional craft of Roses & Castles: 26 - 27 May
Diglis Fish Pass drop-in sessions
Visit the fish pass and underwater viewing gallery in Worcester: 28 - 29 May
Learn to paint Roses & Castles
Join this fun workshop at Foxton Locks and learn to paint traditional canal art: 1 June
Medical Marvels
Explore the pivotal medical developments throughout history at National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port: 2 June
Find more canalside events in our calendar
Last Edited: 3 May 2024
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