We've got plenty for families to enjoy this May Half Term at The Bishop's Palace, including our NEW Splash Play Zone!

Come and see our family of swans exploring the moat, relax on the South Lawn with a picnic, explore our gardens with our Half Term trail, and get creative with Art Adventurers.

Here's what's on:

May Half Term Family Trail

23 – 31 May 2026 | 9.30am – 5.30pm

Explore our 14 acres of RHS partner gardens to find the swans hidden around the grounds and uncover fascinating facts about these special birds.

May Half Term Art Adventurers Crafting

Thursday 28 May 2026 | 11am – 3pm

Join us in the Palace's atmospheric Undercroft for a special Art Adventurers crafting session this May Half Term. This time, families will be creating paper swans to take home their very own Bishop's Palace swan!

Whilst you're here, you can also:

Cool off in the NEW Splash Play Zone

Discover the Palace's rich history with a multimedia family tour

Explore the latest garden exhibition from Jenny Pickford

Relax in The Bishop's Table cafe (children's menu available)

All May Half Term activities are included with general admission to The Bishop's Palace.

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