For families with children, head to award-winning Tapnell Farm Park in the West Wight. With so much to see and do, your day will be full of exploration and adventure with go-karts, jumping pillows, trim trails, play barn, animal paddocks and barn. The February Half-Term, the kids will love the Bouncy Barn, a high-energy event for all ages, with a huge range of inflatable activities. This all-weather attraction is an Island-favourite and great fun for everyone.

Feeling hungry? The Cow is a family-friendly, award-winning restaurant right next to Tapnell Farm Park. Delicious home-made burgers, steaks and a great selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes are on the menu, all prepared with fresh local produce.

Stay for a while… Tapnell Farm also offers an incredible range of self-catering and glamping places to stay, all beautifully nestled in the unspoilt countryside.

Animal lovers head to Amazon World and visit over 100 different species, including sloths, armadillos, anteater, red panda, crocodiles, lizards and so much more. The perfect all-weather day-out. While there, little ones can run wild in Monkey Madness, the on-site soft play area while the adults sit back and relax with refreshments. 

Nearby, the Isle of Wight Garlic Farm will tempt you with their mouth-watering restaurant menu, alongside their Garlic Farm shop where you can pick up the tasty treats to take home with you. A great place to stop for lunch after visiting Amazon world. 

The Isle of Wight Story Festival is back for 2025 with a terrific line-up of storytelling.

Over 3 days in February half-term (20-22 February), you can expect appearances by popular children's authors, storytelling and performances, and plenty of hands-on activities including origami workshops, secret library workshop, cartoon character design and more! The event will be held at the Quay Arts Centre in Newport, a perfect venue for all things creative. Event tickets are available to buy online here or from Quay Arts Centre, they are £4pp (with free things to do too). 

Wrap up warm and discover the Island’s coastline this February half-term. It’s a great time to crunch across the sands in wellies, skimming stones, sipping hot chocolate and watching the waves. For sandy beaches with far-reaching wet sands, we recommend Sandown Bay, Shanklin Beach and Appley Beach. For fossil hunting head for Compton Bay, Yaverland, and Brook, or to collect sea glass try Fort Victoria or Cowes Beach. 

If you’re hoping to spend some quality time as a family, but struggling to find ‘teenager approved’ activities this February Half-Term, then look no further. Check out these ideas: 

• Rocket Ronnie’s – A family friendly pool hall and sports bar! There are two on the Island, Newport or Ryde!
• Rage Release IOW- It’s the best way to blow off some steam… smash up some plates, destroy old electronics, break some bottles, all in a safe and controlled environment. The ultimate stress relief with tons of fun at the same time! 
• Snacks & Ladders Board Game Café – Perfect for all ages, this board game café has an entire library of games for all ages, a incredible food & drink menu and an impressive list of cocktails and mocktails. 
• Game On & splat – Head to Game On in Ryde for an afternoon of retro arcade games, big screen Nintendo Switch, virtual shooting gallery, air hockey, table tennis and table football. 

Find more ideas here: Top things to do for teenagers on the Isle of Wight