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Things to do with kids in Lancashire
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The Magic Of Middle-earth
21st June-27th September 2025
Venue: The Atkinson
Address: Southport
The Magic Of Middle-earth takes visitors on a journey beyond the books to explore Tolkien's expansive artistic legacy. Discover stunning paintings, incredible sculptures, even Middle-earth themed Lego...
Summer of Play at Rufford Old Hall
18th July-1st September 2025
Venue: Rufford Old Hall
Address: near Ormskirk, Lancashire
Every day during summer opening times (Fri-Tues) enjoy an abundance of garden games and self-led activities. Escape to the Orchard Paddock and take part in free sports activities including cricket, rounders,...
The Big Butterfly Count 2025
18th July-10th August 2025
Venue: Nationwide
By taking part in Butterfly Conservation's Big Butterfly Count - a UK wide survey, you can help assess the health of the environment simply by counting butterflies. Add your counts on the website or via...
Summer at East Lancashire Railway
20th July-22nd August 2025
Venue: East Lancashire Railway
Address: Bury, Lancashire
East Lancashire Railway welcomes its friends from the Funcast Character Company, the Wizards of the Wizard Academy, the dinky Dinos of Dino Adventure, the characters of Wonderland and a crew of vile villains....
Festival of Fun
23rd July-31st August 2025
Venue: Thornton Hall Country Park
Address: Thornton in Craven, Near Skipton, Thornton in Craven, Lancashire, BD23 3TS
Your ticket unlocks a world of fun for kids and grown-ups alike, from hands-on animal encounters at the farm to burning off energy in their five star soft play! The Festival of Fun is packed with non-stop...
Enjoy the great British countryside
Primary Times shares 10 fun activities for a family camping trip this summer... unplug and explore together!
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Flexible activities for families
Family fun for £2 at your local Everyone Active leisure centres this summer.