7 fun yet affordable things to do in Huddersfield with kids in mid-May

May half-term is almost here, which means a whole week of little ones’ fun, but luckily there’s plenty to do in Huddersfield during the school holidays.

From burning off energy in a trampoline park to testing your strength at the climbing centre, we’ve put together a list of ten of the best things to do in Huddersfield this half term, suitable for all ages.

While we’re enjoying some great weather in Yorkshire at the moment, we’ve made sure to select places that can be enjoyed in any weather, just in case things change!

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School holidays can be an expensive time for families, especially with the ongoing cost of living crisis, so we’ve taken care to select activities that are affordable so you can enjoy a day out without breaking the bank.

Here are seven fun but affordable ideas for a day out to enjoy this half term.

Inflate Nation

Inflata Nation, in Folly Hall Mills, Huddersfield, is gearing up for summer and visitors are invited to join the party. And regardless of the weather, the interior will be decked out for a summer evening.

Matt Ball, co-owner of Inflata Nation, said: “We’ve had some cloudy weather so far this month so we thought we’d get everyone in the mood for summer.

“A trip to Inflata Nation is always the perfect family activity, with plenty on offer for all ages and abilities. And with our summer party theme, it’s sure to brighten up your day.

“Our inflatable arenas will be decked out ready for a summer party all week long, where friends and families, little ones and big kids can come and get steamy.

“What’s more, we’re delighted to be able to offer a fantastic 15% discount when you book online using a special code.”

Inflata Nation is the UK’s largest inflatable theme park brand, with branches in cities including Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and Telford.

Its Huddersfield site offers slides, climbing walls, giant ball pools and assault courses, with something for all ages and abilities to enjoy.

It has firmly established itself as a must-visit destination for a day of family fun in the community. The Huddersfield website is offering a 15% discount on online bookings using the code MAYHUDD. To book or for more information, click here.

Eureka! National Children’s Museum

Eureka! is one of Yorkshire’s most popular children’s museums. With hands-on exhibits to learn about the human body and ecological systems, there’s plenty to do and learn.

The museum even has a child-sized town square – with a Halifax bank, Marks and Spencer store and Eureka! House lets youngsters play cashier, discover where food comes from and use a working ATM that dispenses Eureka notes.

The museum, in Discovery Road, Halifax, is open daily from 10am to 5pm during the school holidays. Standard entry includes a free annual pass and children aged 0-11 months go free. For adults and children aged three and over, entry costs £16.95 and children aged 1-2 enter for £7.45. Book your tickets here.

Half fun at Cannon Hall Farm

After a four-year hiatus, fantastic sheep shearing demonstrations return to Cannon Hall Farm this summer.

Families are invited to join our farmers in the round display barns as they shear their flock of sheep – and tell visitors why we do it and where the wool goes. So it’s not only fun, but educational too!

The activity is included with general admission to the farm, so you can spend the whole day enjoying the farm, visiting the animals, experiencing the new accessible play areas (which have just had a multi-million pound investment), plus sheep and ferrets. tractor races and rides, plus watching meerkat feeding sessions.

The reptile house will feature a team of working ants and many other fascinating creatures, the mammal house is home to some of the most unusual and rare mini-beasts.

Entry to the soft play is also included with entry – plus there’s a free test track to help keep the kids occupied. So there really is something for everyone!

Tickets are £11.95 for adults and children over 2, under 2s go free, as do carers with a full price ticket. Tickets must be booked online in advance. Click here to book.

Huddersfield Splash Park Leisure Centre

With reviews claiming it’s the best water leisure experience in West Yorkshire, there’s plenty to do for young and old alike at Huddersfield Leisure Centre.

Think water buckets, jets, a lazy river, little slides and a fun pool. But for the bigger ones among us, there’s the water channel and the side winder.

During the school holidays, the slides are open all day. For a family pass without slides it costs £10, with slides it is £20 when booked online. Book your tickets through Yeah Days Out! Here.

Dare 2 Air

With eight different zones on one large inflatable, Dare 2 Air is suitable for the whole family. Think backflips and flying through the air, it’s sure to be a lot of fun.

Located in Huddersfield, Dare to Air is the perfect family attraction for families looking for a fun-filled experience. With a wide range of inflatable rides to choose from, including slides, balance beams, a free fall zone and a Wipeout inflatable zone, there is something for everyone at this exciting theme park.

There is a sports zone, a elimination zone and a free fall zone. For children aged 3 and under it is free, while for 4 and over it costs £8.50. For a group pass for four it costs £22.50. Book through Yeah Days Out! Here.

Huddersfield Climbing Centre

Designed for all ages, Freeklime is one of the best climbing centers around.

Freeklime Huddersfield has a variety of bouldering walls to suit all levels of difficulty. From easy routes to challenging routes, you’ll find walls that are designed to test your skills and push you to your limits!

Entry is £9.50 for adults or £8.50 for under 21s, over 60s and students (£3 for under 3s and under!) and shoe hire is £3. Book online here.

Parks

Of course, Huddersfield is also home to some great parks where you can pack a picnic and spend a whole day without spending a penny.

Click here for the top eight parks in and around Huddersfield recommended by mums and dads, with everything you need to know about them.

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