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News - July 2026
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Swim Skills Save Lives
28th July 2026
Following an exceptionally hot summer, water safety experts are urging families to make swimming lessons a priority after a rise in child drowning incidents across the UK. As temperatures soared, beaches, rivers, lakes and reservoirs became popular places to cool off – but they also brought a...
Budget-friendly summer days out
22nd July 2026
Looking for a stress-free, budget-friendly way to keep the kids entertained this summer? National Art Pass has launched its third ‘Kids Aloud’ initiative, with museums and galleries across the country inviting families to enjoy a packed programme of activities designed especially for children. Created...
Kids go free this summer with Official London Theatre’s Kids Week!
3rd July 2026
Kids Week will run throughout the summer holidays from Monday 20th July – Monday 31st August, where a child aged 17 and under can see a show for free when accompanied by an adult paying full price, plus an additional two children can attend for half price – and there’s no booking fees. From...
Do Much More This Summer with Everyone Active's £2 activities
1st July 2026
If you want to keep your children active, entertained and off screens this summer, a local campaign aims to make that a little easier. The Much More This Summer campaign, run by award-winning leisure operator Everyone Active, is offering a wide range of family-friendly activities – all for just...