WHATEVER the weather this half term there are plenty of fun-filled activities to keep kids of all ages entertained.

From theatre performances and sporting events to getting creative, there is no time for boredom this February half-term.

Have splashing days all week at Kendal Leisure Centre from 10am. Fun sessions in the pool will include water-based games and inflatables. As well as fun in the water there are plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to keep the kids entertained such as football, badminton, basketball, parachute games, team activities and much more. Transport will be provided from Sedbergh and Dent on Tuesday and Wednesday; Barbon, Kirkby Lonsdale, Endmoor and Natland on Thursday and Friday. For more information, call 01539-729777.

FRIDAY (February 14): ABOMINATION translates the thrilling pace of Robert Swindell's award-winning novel of a schoolboy's friendship struggle for the stage at the Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal. Performances take place at 1.30pm and 7.30pm. The play is suitable for nine to 16-year-olds and tickets can be booked on 01539-725133.

SATURDAY (February 15): BERNARD'S parents will not listen to him when he sees a monster at the bottom of his garden and then things go from bad to worse. Not Now Bernard and other monster stories are being performed at the Brewery Arts Centre at 2pm and 4.30pm.To book tickets call 01539-725133.

SWAP stories, make up impossible tales, learn to tell stories in convincing and entertaining ways with famous local storyteller Taffy Thomas. The workshop entitled The Art of Storytelling, takes place at Tullie House, Carlisle, at 11am. Places for the event, which is suitable for the over 8s, need to be booked on 01228-534781.

BUILD a bird box at Rheged, near Penrith, with the East Cumbria Countryside Projects' Birdbox Bonanza. The session starts at 1pm. For more information, call 01768-868000.

AN EXHIBITION of photographs of Kendal in the 19th and early 20th Century, by Margaret Duff, is taking place at Kendal Museum, Kendal. For details call 01539-721374.

SUNDAY (February 16): ENJOY a day out at The World Owl Trust, based at Muncaster Castle, where there are more that 50 species of owls, a conservation talk and display, and a recently opened maze. The Castle is open Sunday to Friday from 12noon, Meet the Birds takes place daily at 2.30pm, Heron Happy Hour happens daily at 3.30pm. For more information, call 01229-717614.

MONDAY (February 17): HALF term will see the World of Beatrix Potter, Bowness-on-Windermere, come out of wraps after its spring clean. Children will have fun searching through the attraction for areas that have been added to or changed. There's lots to do and even a new Peter Rabbit Emporium shop.

WORK on improving rugby skills at the rugby coaching clinic at Ulverston Leisure Centre, today, tomorrow (Tuesday) and Wednesday. Coach Chris Brookshaw will put young players through their paces from 1pm. For more information and to book a place, call 01229-584110.

BASIC diving lessons will be given today until Friday at Ulverston Leisure Centre, Ulverston, at 4pm. Competitive diving lessons take place at the pool at 4.45pm from today until Friday. To book a place call 01229-584110.

TUESDAY (February 18): FIND out everything you ever wanted to know about Egyptian cats in a fun workshop at the Kendal Museum, Kendal. Bookings are essential, call 01539-721374.

TAKE inspiration from a quick tour of the exhibition of landscapes at Tullie House Art Gallery and then join experienced community artist Jane Dudman in the family workshop entitled Print a Picturesque Landscape and make a large wall hanging. The workshop is suitable for young people aged 8+ and tickets can be obtained by calling 01228-534781.

WEDNESDAY (February 19): IT'S Explorer Ed's Wildlife Activity Week at the Aquarium of the Lakes, Lakeside, Newby Bridge, until February 26. Daily family events include hands-on activities, a chance to become explorers with the new Young Explorer Trail and the rare opportunity to meet birds of prey from the Corio-Raptor Care and Rehabilition Centre. Plus there will be face painting, fun displays and children's trails as it aims to highlight conservation and wildlife issues in the Lake District. The Aquarium is open daily from 9am. For more information call 015395-30153.

AT THE Dock Museum, which is built over an original Victorian Graving Dock, you can explore the history of Barrow-in-Furness and discover how it grew from a tiny 19th Century hamlet to the biggest iron and steel centre in the world and a major shipbuilding force in just 40 years. As well as the galleries and films show, there will be a chance for children over seven-years to have a go at making a paper collage. The sessions run at 10.30am and 1.30pm. Booking in advance is recommended, call 01229-894444

FOR kids who want to try something new, try fabulous Fashion Silhouettes at The Museum of Lakeland Life. Have fun dressing up in Victorian costume, then create your own silhouettes - with you as the subject! In just a couple of hours pick up new skills and learn more about the past - whilst having fun! The event, which starts at 2pm is suitable for over 8s. For more information call 01539-722464.

THURSDAY (February 20): MAKE faces at the Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal, with Building Faces. Find how the face fits together and then rearrange it to make 2D and 3D pictures from 2pm. Suitable for over 8s. For more information and to book a place, call 01539-722464.

MR MEN and Little Miss will be making an appearance at the Whitehaven Civic Hall at 2pm and 2.30pm. To book tickets call 01946-852821.

THERE is fun for all the family at Brockhole, Windermere, with plenty of hands-on activities to keep everyone occupied. For more information call 015394-46601.

THERE will be yet another chance to get creative at the Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness, with a print-making session taken by local artist Barbara Wright. The sessions take place at 10.30am and 1.30pm and are suitable for the over 7s. Booking is advised, call 01229-894444.

MAKE lucky charms at the Egyptian Workshop at the Kendal Museum, Kendal, at 11am. The workshop is suitable for eight-12-year-olds. For more details call 01539-721374.

JOIN in the fun at the Lake District Visitor Centre, Brockhole, until February 28, with activities, trails and competitions for all the family. For further details contact 015394-46601.

SATURDAY (February 22): THE Ever-popular Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre return with old favourite The Ugly Duckling at Tullie House, Carlisle. The company will explore the tale of The Ugly Duckling with a winning combination of tabletop puppetry and storytelling. The show, which starts at 1.30pm, is suitable for children aged 3 - 7 years. To book tickets call 01228 534781.

February 6, 2003 10:30