Things to do with kids in Gloucestershire

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‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ at Newark Park

4th September-15th November 2026

Venue: Newark Park

Get ready to swish, splash and squelch your way through this new sensory trail as 'We’re Going on a Bear Hunt' comes to Newark Park this autumn. You can’t go over it. You can’t go under it. You’ve...

Brambly Hedge at Hidcote

28th September-22nd November 2026

Venue: Hidcote

From September 2026, the garden will be transformed into a charming storybook landscape inspired by Jill Barklem’s beloved tales. Follow Primrose the mouse on an adventure through the gardens as she...

Cheltenham Junior Parkrun

28th September-22nd November 2026

Venue: The Park, Cheltenham

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9am. Free but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun so go along and join in whatever...

Cotswold Education

28th September-22nd November 2026

Venue: 200 Reservoir Road, Gloucester

Cotswold Education offer individual consultations, signpost to resources and help you with applying for grammar school and completing appeals if the results weren't what you hoped. They also run online...

Discover, Play and Unwind at Batsford Arboretum

28th September-22nd November 2026

Venue: Batsford Arboretum

Explore 60 acres of beautiful trees and gardens, let little ones enjoy the play area, and discover something new in every season. Dogs are welcome throughout Batsford on a short fixed lead.

Stay safe on darker days

Stay safe on darker days

Simple tips to help children stay visible and confident on autumn journeys to school.

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Cooking with kids

Cooking with kids

Create funny faces, add some carrot hair and watch these little monsters disappear!

Stories to share

Stories to share

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler celebrate the simple joy of reading together.

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