The Stockwood Discovery Centre in Luton, Bedfordshire, will open every day from Monday, February 16 to Sunday, February 22, 2026, to provide more activities for families during the February half term. This temporary change means the museum and gardens will be accessible for seven days straight, moving away from the usual winter schedule where the site often closes on Mondays and Tuesdays.
The Culture Trust Luton confirmed that the Garden Café will also operate daily throughout the week. This is intended to give parents more flexibility when planning low-cost days out, as entry to the main galleries and outdoor spaces remains free for the community.
Visitors during the holiday can see the Mossman Carriage Collection, which is the largest display of horse-drawn carriages in Europe. According to the What’s On guide, the centre will also host special storytelling sessions on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, featuring traditional African and Caribbean folk tales.
The centre is located on the former grounds of an 18th-century estate and now serves as a hub for local history and archaeology. These extended hours follow a busy winter season for the venue, which recently expanded its outdoor events to attract more people from across the region.
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