It's the middle of half-term which means you're likely already stuck for ideas of how to keep the kids occupied, right?
Well, never fear. Despite the floods and torrential rain, there is hope on the horizon for you as we've taken the liberty of rounding up some kid-friendly ideas for you and there is plenty.
From museums to walks to Harry Potter, we have listed 5 ideas for you and the kids.
5 kid-friendly activities for the kids in Oxford
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Get the kids learning. Oxford University Museum of Natural History holds an internationally significant collection of natural history specimens and archives in a stunning example of neo-Gothic architecture. It is home to a lively programme of research, teaching and events focused on the sciences of the natural environment.
One reviewer said: "This museum is great for families with very young children. We actually went back the following day. There are some furry bears (a brown and a black) you can touch and a fox you can also touch, our children loved these a lot."
Oxford University Museum of Natural History, UK pic.twitter.com/EVDhHSmq19
— Art & Architecture - Your Secret Garden (@SecretGardennxx) November 21, 2020
Partyman World Of Play
Their website reads: "Imagine a place with multi-level play structures, ball ponds, go-karts, comfy seating for mums and dads to relax, an ever-changing menu with freshly prepared food… Fun! If you’re looking for a great day out or the perfect location for your little one’s birthday party then look no further.
"Partyman World Oxford has four specially designed party rooms which you can use for the entire duration of your party, just to make it that little extra special!"
One reviewer said: "Where else would you turn to other than a soft play centre during half term when it's raining cats and dogs? I thought this may have been a mad idea, but was proved wonderfully wrong."
Brilliant name for a cafe/bookshop in the covered market in Oxford pic.twitter.com/5frDTsBZi1
— Darragh Ennis (@bones_giles) May 6, 2022
Oxford Covered Market
Oxford Covered Market features more than 50 traders selling fresh produce, gifts, fashion, flowers and jewellery, and provides a unique showcase for the very best in local crafts, food and drink.
"We are proud that the majority of our businesses are independent and with some going back generations," they say.
One review said: "This market is good with lots of brilliant independent stalls and a fantastic range of eating places from all over the globe. The building itself has amazing paper models of Alice in Wonderland characters hanging to make it more interesting."
Here is what's on this year:
New College Oxford Harry Potter Insights private tour
This tour includes entry to arguably one of the most appealing and one of the oldest and likely most haunted colleges called New College. At New College, you can marvel at the gorgeous medieval dining hall, chapel, cloisters, quadrangle and the medieval wall of the city. The cloisters and garden were the backdrop for several scenes in the Goblet of Fire.
It is a must for any young inspiring wizard.
They state: "Test your spell-craft & knowledge of all things Potter with our guide. This tour is a new listing on here, so it has no reviews yet but we have hundreds of 5-star reviews for our existing Harry Potter Oxford tour products already published here."
📍 New College Cloisters
— University of Oxford (@UniofOxford) May 2, 2023
In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry comes face to face with his enemy, Malfoy, who is sitting under an oak tree, located in @NewCollegeOx.
Malfoy is quickly then turned into a ferret by Professor Mad-Eye Moody! 😅 pic.twitter.com/vWQi5gZHAs
Oxford Sightseeing Picnic River Cruise
Their website says: "Explore one of England’s most ancient cities on this 2.5-hour sightseeing river cruise in Oxford. Cruise onto the tranquil Thames River as your skipper points out places of interest such as Christchurch College, the Meadows, the Oxford University boathouses, Osney Island, Port Meadow and Folly Bridge.
"See a side of Oxford's rich heritage that many visitors miss, and discover sites made famous by authors including Lewis Carroll and C S Lewis. Stop off along the way for a delicious picnic of delicacies such as potted salmon and Mediterranean vegetable loaf."
One reviewer said: "The boat ride was really pleasant. Its a fun way to see Oxford from a different perspective. The boat driver was really nice and we had a great conversation about some Oxford traditions and celebrations. I enjoyed the dinner at the Folly."
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