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Steam into summer at Statfold!
1st June-30th September 2025
Venue: Statfold Country Park
Website: www.statfold.com
Gain unlimited general opening visits with the brand-new Summer Membership until 30 September for just £20 per person! Statfold Country Park is home to a narrow-gauge steam railway and museum, three-tiered...
The Story Garden Summer Reading Challenge
5th July-7th September 2025
Venue: Nationwide
Website: https://summerreadingchallenge.org.uk
This summer Inspire libraries will be tapping into a world of imagination through reading. Produced by The Reading Agency, the Summer Reading Challenge is a brilliant way to maintain children’s reading...
Feel Good Activity Bag at Sherwood Pines
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Sherwood Pines
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines
Try a forest activity bag for children aged 4-13 years old and their adults to use to discover the wellbeing benefits of forests. Includes binoculars to help you spot butterflies and birds, a scavenger...
Go-Kan-Ryu Karate (GKR)
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Various Venues
Website: www.gkrkarate.com
GKR Karate is taught in a non-contact environment and promotes both character and physical development. GKR is a club for all ages and promotes self-defence, fitness, coordination, discipline, confidence...
Gruffalo Orienteering
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Sherwood Pines
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines
Enjoy a fun, navigational challenge at Sherwood Pines by following the easy to read map and finding twelve Gruffalo markers hidden in the deep, dark wood. Before you begin, head to the Visitor Centre to...
Hocus Pocus Soft Play
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: 131 Queens Road Beeston
Website: www.hocuspocussoftplay.co.uk
Hocus Pocus is a wonderfully themed magical indoor play and party venue with a difference! They boast a huge four tier play frame with a separate toddler area, amazing party packages with themed private...
Kids Club
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Savoy Cinema
Website: www.savoyonline.co.uk
Kid’s club screenings take place on Saturday and Sunday (every day in the school holidays) at 10am. Parents and Children can enjoy a movie at the cinema for the incredible low price of just £3.25 each....
Newark Junior Parkrun
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Sconce and Devon Park
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/newark-juniors
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds), every Sunday at 9am. It's free to join but please register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun. Go along and join...
Nottinghamshire (HAF) Programme
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Various locations across Nottingham
Website: www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/education/holiday-activities-and-food
Children across the county will have access to engaging activities and nutritious meals during the school holiday. HAF provides fully funded holiday activities and meals to children ages 5-16 who receive...
Razzle Dazzle Pots
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: 852 Woodborough Road
Website: www.razzledazzlepots.co.uk
Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity this half term? Razzle Dazzle Pots in Mapperley, Nottingham, is the perfect place for children and parents to unleash their creativity. This charming pottery...
Stick Man Adventure
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Cannock Chase Forest
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/cannock-chase-forest
Discover colourful activity panels, hands-on experiences building with sticks and learning about forests, as families help Stick Man on his journey back to the family tree. On 8 August , Stick Man will...
Stick Man Trail
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Hicks Lodge
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/hicks-lodge/the-stick-man-trail-hicks-lodge
Have some forest fun this summer, as young adventurers follow the Stick Man activity trail at Hicks Lodge. Discover colourful activity panels, hands-on experiences building with sticks and learning about...
The Attic Theatre School
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: 11 Radcliffe Rd (entrance on Pavilion Rd), West Bridgford
Website: www.attictheatreschool.co.uk
Attic Theatre School run mid week classes as well as Saturday classes in acting, musical theatre, Contemporary and choir alongside 1-2-1 singing lessons and acting coaching. Visit the website for more...
The Stick Man trail at Sherwood Pines
6th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Sherwood Pines
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines
The interactive family trail follows Stick Man on his journey as he tries to get back to the family tree. Enjoy the wonderful world of Stick Man as you complete lots of fun stick-based activities, discover...
Nottingham Beach
16th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Old Market Square
Website: www.nottinghambeach.co.uk
Get ready for a summer of sun, sand, and non-stop entertainment as Nottingham Beach officially returns! Located in the heart of the city at Old Market Square, this much-loved attraction brings all the...
Farmarama
19th July-1st September 2025
Venue: National Forest Adventure Farm
Website: www.adventurefarm.co.uk
During the summer Adventure Farm will be hosting the ultimate beach party with gigantic paddling pools and a huge sand area to make the farm a festival of fun! Each day they will be hosting seaside shows,...
Space Across the World: Summer
19th July-31st August 2025
Venue: National Space Centre
Website: www.spacecentre.co.uk
Enjoy live science talks, hands-on activities, space-themed crafts, and interactive family fun across the Centre – there's something to explore around every corner. Even better – all day passes are...
Summer of Play at Clumber Park
19th July-7th September 2025
Venue: Clumber Park
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/clumber-park
The whole family will want to spend the day on the Front Field this summer with 9 exciting play zones, jam-packed with activities to suit every age and every interest.To ensure every member of the family...
Wistow Maze
21st July-31st August 2025
Venue: Wistow Rural Centre and Wistow Maze
Website: www.wistow.com
A giant eight acre maize maze with a fun quiz trail hidden amongst three miles of pathways, with high-level bridges and towers. Includes Activity Funyard with mini mazes and games for all the family.More...
Summer White Post Wednesdays
23rd July-27th August 2025
Venue: Rufford Abbey County Park
Website: www.ruffordabbey.co.uk
Enjoy a delightful encounter with some of nature’s most charming and curious creatures! From fluffy guinea pigs and bunnies to slithering snakes, quirky lizards, and even a few fascinating creepy crawlies...
Robin Hood Festival 2025
25th July-25th August 2025
Venue: Sherwood Forest
Website: www.visitsherwood.co.uk
Join Sherwood Forest to celebrate the legend that makes Sherwood famous across the globe. Includes spectacular displays of jousting on horseback, medieval hand-to-hand combat, archery, historical re-enactment,...
‘Little Rebels’ Indoor Trail
26th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Nottingham Castle
Website: www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk
Become an outlaw in Medieval Nottingham this summer! Search through the galleries for Robin Hood and his Merry Men to join the rebel band. Children’s trail sheets available from the Visitor Centre –...
‘Superbeasts’ Outdoor Trail
26th July-31st August 2025
Venue: Wollaton Hall and Deer Park
Website: www.wollatonhall.org.uk
Supersized creepy-crawlies are running around the park! Find each Superbeast to solve the puzzle…Children’s trail sheets are £2 per trail and can be purchased from cafés and shops across the site.
Space Club LIVE
29th July-21st August 2025
Venue: National Space Centre
Website: www.spacecentre.co.uk
If your child is interested in science and looking for something to do over the school holiday period, book a session at Space Club. Sessions aim to support and enhance learning regarding space, science...
Professor Temple’s Punch and Judy Show
30th July-27th August 2025
Venue: Rufford Abbey County Park
Website: www.ruffordabbey.co.uk
Professor Paul Temple returns to Rufford this summer with his delightful Punch and Judy show! Admission is completely free, making it a perfect summer outing for all.The show will take place on the lawn...
Summer of Play at The Workhouse and Infirmary
30th July-31st August 2025
Venue: The Workhouse and Infirmary
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Stack ‘em high and watch ‘em fly as you enjoy a game of Tin Can Alley, roll them dice and have a go at workhouse yaztzee or keep it simple with a game of classic dominoes. There’s fun for the whole...
Foam Fest
1st-31st August 2025
Venue: Manor Farm Park and Woodlands
Website: www.manorfarm.info
If you're looking for things to do with kids during the school holidays, join Manor Farm Park and Woodlands for FoamFest! Expect lots of laughs and mountains of foam in this family-friendly foam zone,...
Summer Family Workshops
2nd-30th August 2025
Venue: Lakeside Arts
Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk
In the workshop, you’ll explore the endless possibilities of textiles – experimenting with textures, patterns, and bold, beautiful colours. These workshops are designed for parents or carers to stay...
Puppet Play in a Week
4th-8th August 2025
Venue: Lakeside Arts
Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk
Help create the original performance Tiny Planet, which will be written, devised, and built by the participants, with a performance at the end of the week. Expect drama, games, puppetry, and plenty of...
Summer Family Workshops – SEND Sessions
6th-27th August 2025
Venue: Lakeside Arts
Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk
These SEND sessions are inspired the Material Worlds exhibition, where colour, space, pattern, and texture come together in exciting ways. These SEND friendly sessions will have additional resources to...
Gloworm Festival
8th-10th August 2025
Venue: Thoresby Park
Website: www.glowormfestival.co.uk
The Gloworm Festival is a brilliant 3 day Festival that has been especially created for grown ups and their little people.This event is aimed at families with Children aged 0-13, with plenty for teenagers...
CommuniTree Festival Music in the Park
10th August 2025
Venue: Wollaton Hall and Deer Park
Website: www.wollatonhall.org.uk
£2.35 per person (includes booking fee) – Pre-booked tickets in advance apply.On the day tickets: £5 (plus 50p booking fee) – subject to availability. This event will sell out quickly, any additional...
The Hundred
10th August 2025
Venue: Trent Bridge
Website: www.thehundred.com
The Hundred combines high-energy cricket with live music, street food, and family entertainment. With dedicated family seating and tickets starting from just £5 for under 16s and £21 for adults, it’s...
Little Wickets Holiday Camp
11th-13th August 2025
Venue: Caythorpe Cricket Club (Notts)
Website: https://www.littlewickets.com/holiday-activities/
Softball Cricket Fun for Boys and Girls in Reception - Year 6. The qualified and experienced coaching team ensure fun and teamwork are at the heart of all the activities and games. All welcome. All kit...
The Snow Queen
14th August 2025
Venue: Clumber Park
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/clumber-park
Jack Frost has convinced the Snow Queen to rule over Clumber Park causing Winter to last forever. The Summer Fairy, breaks the ice and saves the day along with our fabulous panto dame, Nancy Neapolitan...
Little Wickets Holiday Camp
18th-20th August 2025
Venue: Papplewick and Linby Cricket Club
Website: https://www.littlewickets.com/holiday-activities/
Softball Cricket Fun for Boys and Girls in Reception - Year 6. The qualified and experienced coaching team ensure fun and teamwork are at the heart of all the activities and games. All welcome. All kit...
The Frog Prince
21st August 2025
Venue: Clumber Park
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/clumber-park
Kissing a frog has started a whole new kind of adventure for our heroic princess. Will they all live HOPPILY ever after? Join Clumber Park for this party of a pantomime to find out - you’d be HOPPING...
Outdoor Cinema
22nd-24th August 2025
Venue: Wollaton Hall and Deer Park
Website: www.wollatonhall.org.uk
From heart-warming family favourites to sing-a-long classics and adventure-packed blockbusters, there’s something for everyone from The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long, Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza,The Gruffalo...
The Foolhardy Folk Festival 2025
24th August 2025
Venue: Nottingham Arboretum
Website: www.alttickets.com/the-foolhardy-folk-festival-tickets
Join English folk singer Beans on Toast for the fifth annual Foolhardy Folk Festival. A day of music, trees and revelry in the beautiful city centre park. It’s a family friendly celebration of music...
Beauty and the Beast
28th August 2025
Venue: Clumber Park
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/clumber-park
Be our guest and follow the beautiful Belle as she is trapped in an enchanted castle by a fearsome beast. Book your tickets before the last petal falls! Secure your spot on the Parsonage Lawn by booking...
Summer Sparks Spectacular at Gulliver’s
30th August 2025
Venue: Gulliver's Land Resort
Address: Matlock Bath, Derbyshire
Website: www.gulliversfun.co.uk
Celebrate another magical summer season at Gulliver’s with extra ride time on this date.
HMS Pinafore
4th September 2025
Venue: Newstead Abbey
Website: www.illyria.co.uk
Josephine, the captain’s daughter, loves Ralph, a common sailor. But her father insists she marries Sir Joseph Porter, First Lord of the Admiralty. With sharp dialogue and catchy tunes, this timeless...