The Easter holidays begin next week — and there's plenty going on across North Kirklees to keep youngsters occupied.
From bug hunts to Easter egg trails, arts and crafts and more, we've created a what's on guide for the Easter holidays in Dewsbury, Batley, Birstall, Heckmondwike and Cleckheaton.
Here's what's on across North Kirklees this Easter:
Tuesday April 7
Family Bug Hunt in Batley
Wilton Park, Woodlands Road
Join the search for creepy crawlies at Wilton Park this Easter! Use special magnifiers to see what lives in the park's woodland and learn more about the different creatures. Meet at 11am at the park's bowling green.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid day at Thornhil Lees Library
Brewery Lane, Thornhill Leeds, Dewsbury
If your kids love the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books this creative day will be right up their street. The library is planning mask making and biscuit decorating, as well as the Wimpy Kid reading challenge, 2pm-4pm. Suitable for children aged 7-12 years but all age welcome.
Easter Egg Trail and Family Walk in Ravensthorpe
The Greenwood Centre, Huddersfield Road
Meet at the Greenwood Centre Library at 2pm for a short walk, before returning to the library for stories. Children of all ages and families welcome — children aged eight and above may be unaccompanied with signed parental permission. Booking essential — call 01924 325040.
Wednesday April 8
Under the Sea model workshop at Dewsbury Library
Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street
Get creative at a free model making workshop inspired by the mysteries of our oceans. Youngsters can book a place at the craft workshop, running 11am-12pm, or bring a picture of their homemade creations for a competition. Prizes will be given in under sevens and 8-12-year-old categories. Closing date Friday April 24. To book, call the library on 01924 325080.
Under the Sea model workshop at Birstall Library
Market Place, Birstall
As above — the model workshop and competition will run at Birstall Library, 2pm-3pm. Call 01924 326227 to book.
Easter Egg Trail and Family Walk in Thornhill Lees
Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury
Meet at the Thornhill Lees Library at 2pm for a short walk, before returning to the library for stories. Children of all ages and families welcome — children aged eight and above may be unaccompanied with signed parental permission. Booking essential — call 01924 324178.
Thursday April 9
Under the Sea model workshop at Batley Library
Market Place, Batley
As above — the model workshop and competition will run at Batley Library, 2pm-3pm. Call 01924 326021 to book.
Easter Egg Trail and Family Walk in Cleckheaton
Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton
Meet at Cleckheaton Library at 2pm for a short walk, before returning to the library for stories. Children of all ages and families welcome — children aged eight and above may be unaccompanied with signed parental permission. Booking essential — call 01274 335170.
Friday April 10
Under the Sea model workshop at Heckmondwike Library
Walkley Lane, Heckmondwike
As above — the model workshop and competition will run at Heckmondwike Library, 11am-12pm. Call 01924 325637 to book.
Monday April 13
Family Bug Hunt in Earlsheaton Park
Cross Park Street, Earlsheaton, Dewsbury
Join the search for creepy crawlies at Earlsheaton Park this Easter! Use special magnifiers to see what lives in the park's woodland and learn more about the different creatures. Children aged eight an over may attend unaccompanied with signed parental permission. Meet at 11am at the kids' play area. Booking essential — call 01924 325080.
Tuesday April 14
Family Bug Hunt in Crow Nest Park
Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury Moor, Dewsbury
Join the search for creepy crawlies at Crow Nest Park this Easter! Use special magnifiers to see what lives in the park's woodland and learn more about the different creatures. Children aged eight an over may attend unaccompanied with signed parental permission. Meet at 11am outside the museum. Booking essential — call 01924 325080.
Under the Sea model workshop at Ravensthorpe Library
Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe
Get creative at a free model making workshop inspired by the mysteries of our oceans. Youngsters can book a place at the craft workshop, running 2pm-3pm, or bring a picture of their homemade creations for a competition. Prizes will be given in under sevens and 8-12-year-old categories. Closing date Friday April 24. To book, call the library on 01924 325040.
Wednesday April 15
Under the Sea model workshop at Thornhill Lees Children's Centre
Brewery Lane, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury
As above — the model workshop and competition will run at Thornhill Lees Children's Centre, 2pm-3pm. Call Thornhill Lees Library on 01924 324178 to book.
Thursday April 16
Under the Sea model workshop at Cleckheaton Library
Whitcliffe Road, Cleckheaton
As above — the model workshop and competition will run at Cleckheaton Library, 2pm-3pm. Call 01274 335170 to book.
Friday April 17
Easter Egg Trail and Family Walk in Heckmondwike
Walkley Lane, Heckmondwike
Meet at Heckmondwike Library at 2pm for a short walk, before returning to the library for stories. Children of all ages and families welcome — children aged eight and above may be unaccompanied with signed parental permission. Booking essential — call 01924 325637.
