Primary Times - the definitive what’s on and where to go family guide of activities and events for children of primary school age. Things to do with your kids during the school holidays including arts and craft activities, music and theatre for children, parties, competitions, days out, and family attractions along with term time drama schools, dance classes, after school clubs and sports activities. Things to do at a place near you!
Dorset Family Activity Update - Covid-19
**Please note that this page is being frequently updated** Last update 29/5/2021
This page is designed to provide updates for families with local updates and facilities in response to the Covid-19 crisis.
We endeavour to keep this as up-to-date as possible, however due to decisions being made suddenly – this page may not always reflect the current situation. Therefore, we advise that readers double check with the venue/organiser’s website and/or social media prior making arrangements to ensure that the plans are current and still going ahead and the restrictions that may be in place
Find the most up-to-date advice about Covid-19 visit the NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
Jump to open/operational/opening plans announced
Jump to at-home activities from local businesses
Open/Operational/Reopening plans announced
Family Fest is now taking place on 24th and 25th July Find out more here
Bournemouth 7s Festival - rescheduled to 27th to 29th August
United Taxis are still fully operational
Upton Country Park - find out more via their website and Facebook page
Moors Valley Country Park and Forest
Lighthouse Poole - visit their website to find out about rescheduled dates and outdoor shows
Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens -
Upton Country Park - selected facilities are open with social distancing restrictions. Find out more here.
Woodlands Park and Camping Follow their Facebook page for updates.
Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park
Rock Reef - PierZip open 7 days a week. Indoor facilities open from 25th July.
Farmer Palmers are hosting regular livestreams on their Facebook page
Farmer Palmers YouTube channel
Birds of Poole Harbour educational resources
Birds of Poole Harbour webcams
Weymouth Sea Life Centre Facebook is showing animal livestreams
Marwell Zoo have created resources for every educational stage
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf have created fun activities on their Moonshadow Gang webpage
Videos and activities from Moors Valley
Visit Dorset have compiled a list of 10 ways to enjoy Dorset without leaving your sofa
Crealy Theme Park and Resort have created a number of downloadable, educational activities
Priest House Museum Little Explorer activities every Tuesday
Currently accepting charitable donations
Abbotsbury Children's Farm - permanently closed
Peeks Party Store - permanently closed