Love of the Unloved Activity Trail - February Half-Term
9th Feb 2026
Love of the Unloved This Half Term at Bodmin Jail
Looking for things to do in Cornwall this half term with kids?
Bodmin Jail is hosting family-friendly half term activities throughout February, including the Love of the Unloved Activity Trail, hands-on ZooLab animal encounters, live educational talks and prizes, all included with self-guided entry.
Come and celebrate the strange, the misunderstood and the wonderfully weird with our Love of the Unloved Activity Trail, running every day throughout half term from 14th to 22nd February.
As part of our wider Broken Hearts Month, this special seasonal event brings together history, hands-on learning and interactive fun, all included within your self-guided entry ticket.
What’s On at Bodmin Jail This Half Term?
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Love of the Unloved Activity Trail running daily from 14th to 22nd February
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ZooLab animal encounters on selected dates
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Hands-on experiences with creepy crawlies and misunderstood animals
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Live talks at 1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:30pm
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Prizes for completing the activity trail
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All activities included with self-guided entry
The Love of the Unloved Activity Trail
Our half term activity trail has been designed especially for curious minds.
Families can follow clues around the historic jail, take part in themed games and challenges, and discover fascinating facts about creatures and characters that history did not always treat kindly. Complete the trail and collect a prize from the gift shop before you leave.
It is an engaging way to explore the jail at your own pace, encouraging children to observe, question and discover while parents enjoy the rich stories that make Bodmin Jail so unique.
The trail runs daily throughout half term and is included in standard self-guided admission.
Meet the Unloved with ZooLab
On selected dates during half term, we are welcoming ZooLab to Bodmin Jail for an unforgettable hands-on experience.
ZooLab will be bringing a collection of misunderstood creatures and creepy crawlies into the jail, giving visitors the opportunity to get up close and learn more about them in a safe and supportive environment.
ZooLab will be visiting on:
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Monday 16th
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Tuesday 17th
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Thursday 19th
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Friday 20th
Animals will be on site from 1pm to 4pm, with live talks taking place at 1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:30pm.
These interactive sessions are included within your self-guided entry. We recommend booking your visit between 12:30pm and 4pm to make sure you can take part.
The talks are educational, engaging and ideal for children who love nature, science and discovering the truth behind common myths about animals.
*We operate timed entry and spaces are limited. Make sure to book your slots in advance to avoid disappointment!*
Plan Your Half Term Visit
If you are searching for family-friendly events in Cornwall this half term, Bodmin Jail offers a unique mix of history, hands-on learning and interactive fun, all under one roof.
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Love of the Unloved Activity Trail running daily 14th to 22nd February
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ZooLab animal encounters on selected dates
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All included within self-guided entry
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Prizes to be won
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Educational talks and games
Make this half term one to remember and discover why sometimes the most misunderstood things deserve the most love.
Book your tickets today and join us at Bodmin Jail this February.
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Part of Broken Hearts Month
Love of the Unloved forms part of our wider Broken Hearts Month this February, where we explore stories of passion, jealousy and justice from Cornwall’s past.
After completing the activity trail and meeting the creatures, families can also step into our Broken Hearts Gallery and uncover real Georgian and Victorian love stories that ended in tragedy. Older children and adults can explore the evidence in Cornwall’s most talked-about historical case and decide where they stand.
With guided tours, themed experiences and limited edition offerings also taking place throughout the month, there is even more to discover during a visit this February.
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