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!
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Take me to the Forest Festival
5th March-5th November 2025
Venue: Errington Woods
Address: Errington Woods, Guisborough TS11 8AN
Website: Home - Take Me To The Forest
On these few short days in May, when the veil is thinnest between our world and one where nature reigns wild and free, let us take your hand and take you to the forest. This is a world steeped in symbolism,...
WOODLAND WELLBEING SESSION (for parent/carers)
1st May-1st December 2025
Venue: Flatts Lane Centre & Guisborough Forest & Walkway
Summer at the farm
19th July-31st August 2025
Time: 10.00-17.30
Venue: Newham Grange Farm
Address: Wykeham Way, Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough TS8 0TG
Website: https://newhamgrangefarm.co.uk/
Grab the paper and pencil on arrival and find the rubbings around the farm. Normal entry fee applies
VR Pirate Jungle Ride
19th July-30th August 2025
Time: 10.30-15.30
Venue: Dorman Museum
Address: Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough TS5 6LA
Join DASH on a VR Adventure to save the jungle island from Captain Flashbeard. A VR experience for the whole family.
"Unleash Their Inner Ninja This Summer – Unlimited Fun for Just £35!"
21st July-14th September 2025
Venue: Ninja Warrior
Address: Teesside Park, Stockton-on-Tees
Website: www.ninjawarrioruk.co.uk/teeside
Looking for a way to keep the kids active and entertained all summer long? Look no further than Ninja Warrior UK Teesside! With their Unlimited Summer Pass, just £35, your Little Ninja can enjoy unlimited...
Lego Club
23rd July-30th August 2025
Time: 9am - 1pm (Wed) and 10am - 12pm (Sat)
Venue: Cockerton Library
Address: Woodland Rd, Cockerton Darlington, DL3 9AA
Website: Home - Darlington Libraries
FREE drop-in every Wednesday 9am - 1pm and every Saturday 10am - 12pm. Recommended for children of all ages. Design, build and create with our vast collection of LEGO bricks. Explore endless possibilities...
Big Science Workshop
25th July-30th August 2025
Time: 10.30-12.30pm
Venue: Dorman Museum
Address: Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough TS5 6LA
Website: Big Science Workshop
Get ready for the most magical Big Science session yet! Make some magic when you carry out three science experiments, and enjoy some of our favourite Big Science demonstrations.
Design and Print (8+)
26th July-30th August 2025
Time: 10am - 11.30am
Venue: The Hive, Darlington Library
Address: Crown Street, Darlington, DL1 1ND
Website: Home - Darlington Libraries
FREE (charges to print 3D models begin at £2.50). Recommended for children aged 8+. Every Saturday excluding Sat 2 August and Sat 23 August. Our weekly 3D Design & Print Workshop is the perfect place...
Movie Makers
26th July-30th August 2025
Time: 1.30pm - 3pm
Venue: The Hive, Darlington Library
Address: Crown Street, Darlington, DL1 1ND
Website: Home - Darlington Libraries
£2.50, booking required. Recommended for children aged 8+. Every Saturday excluding Sat 2 August and Sat 23 August. Do you love building with LEGO and shaping your own creations out of Plasticine? Now...
Super Saturday
26th July-30th August 2025
Time: 10am - 2pm
Venue: Darlington Library
Address: Crown Street, Darlington, DL1 1ND
Website: Home - Darlington Libraries
FREE weekly drop-in. Join us at Darlington Library for free fun suitable for the whole family, including LEGO, games, interactive trails and more!
Tom Gates Epic Stage Show
30th-30th August 2025
Time: 12.30-15.30
Venue: Middlesbrough Town Hall
Address: Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2QJ
Website: Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show! | Middlesbrough Box Office
Based on the best selling book this new stage show brings the hugely popular illustrations and music to life.
Junior Taster Sessions
13th-13th September 2025
Time: 10.30 a.m.
Venue: Darlington Library
Address: Crown Street, Darlington. DL1 1ND
Website: www.darlingtonstitchandcreate.co.uk
DS&C are offering free introductory hand stitching workshops for youngsters as part of the S&DR200 festival. Workshops will take place at Darlington Library, Crown Street, Darlington on Saturday 13th...