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!
Things to do with kids in Gloucestershire
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Local Listings
Summer of Play 2025
3rd July-1st September 2025
Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill
Challenge friends and family to lawn games on Green Court from 3 July, Knock down pins in a game of skittles, try your hand at giant dominoes, get competitive with snakes and ladders or get in some target...
The Disgusting Sandwich Trail
5th July-8th September 2025
Venue: Painswick Rococo Garden
This summer, step into the wonderfully silly world of The Disgusting Sandwich - a brand-new interactive trail at Painswick Rococo Garden. Get ready to brave smelly wellies, explore touchy-feely boxes,...
The Big Batsford Hedgehog Hunt
12th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Batsford Arboretum and Garden Centre
Find the hedgehogs hidden around the arboretum, enjoy lunch or a sweet treat in the larg cafe and explore the play area for a fun family day out. The Hedgehog Hunt costs £3 per participating child, plus...
Living History Camp
15th-16th July 2025
Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill
A living history camp will be set up on the forecourt of the castle for visitors to experience the sights, sounds and smells of life during the English Civil War. The day includes firing of muskets during...
Fearlessly Taylor
17th July 2025
Venue: Bacon Theatre
International tribute “Fearlessly Taylor” is performed by the brilliant Ashleigh Stevens, who has been performing as a Taylor Swift tribute for many years, and now she is bringing a new show to theatres...
The Summer Reading Challenge is back
This year’s theme is Story Garden: Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors!
Competition time
Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!
Flexible activities for families
Family fun for £2 at your local Everyone Active leisure centres this summer.
Join the Big Butterfly Count
Learn about the wildlife on your doorstep and inspire a love of nature in curious young minds.