Days Out

Meadowhall to host free Tea Dance for local community this VE Day

Meadowhall will be hosting a special Tea Dance on Wednesday 8th May to celebrate VE Day.

The session will take place from 10am until 11:30am on the Upper Oasis seating area next to Tapas Revolution. Those attending can enjoy a vibrant mix of Sequence, Latin and Ballroom dancing with live music from local musician Audrey Robinson, one of the UK’s leading organists for sequence and ballroom...

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5 things to do in Devon with kids this Halloween

Fangs at the ready! It’s going to be a haunting Halloween down at Cofton Holidays! With a spooktacular day of events lined up for all the zomboys and ghouls who will be visiting!

Get crafty in a pumpkin carving workshop for all the family, with prizes to be won for the creepiest critters in the pumpkin show.

Become a fang-tastic vampire or ghoulish goblin with face painting...

Young V&A unveils new details on first exhibition for children and families – Japan: Myths to Manga

From Hokusai to Pokémon, Studio Ghibli, robots and beyond, the exhibition takes young visitors on an atmospheric and playful journey revealing the influence of folklore on Japan’s art and design.
From manga-making to Taiko drumming and yōkai interactives, hands-on activities sit alongside exceptional objects and artwork from the 15th century to today, drawn from the V&A’s

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ROARR! are offering 50% discount on return tickets this summer

ROARR!, the UK’s No.1 dinosaur adventure Park, is expanding its 50% discount on return tickets to celebrate the summer holidays and provide guests with another fantastic day out.

The offer was previously available on weekends in July, however ROARR! are now offering 50% off return visits every day from the 22nd July until 5th September, with vouchers available until the 4th September....

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Adventures of Mog at Arlington Court brings beloved book character to life for summer holidays Inbox

The Adventures of Mog at Arlington Court: A fun-filled activity trail based on the beloved children’s book series

Families looking for an exciting adventure this summer need to look no further than the National Trust’s Arlington Court, near Barnstaple in North Devon, where the beloved children's book character Mog will be brought to life in a free family activity trail. Created in partnership...

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FREE FAMILY FUN ON EXETER QUAYSIDE OVER THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS

ROLL UP, ROLL UP FOR FREE FAMILY FUN ON EXETER QUAYSIDE OVER THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS

After the huge success of last year’s Summer at the Quayside, Exeter’s historic quayside area will again be home to a jam-packed programme of fun and quirky activities for all the family. Organised by the Exeter Canal and Quay Trust, free events will be taking place over the school summer holidays until Friday 1...

Summer Beach Club experience at Meadowhall

Enjoy the ultimate summer experience throughout late July and August at Meadowhall’s new Summer Beach Club – the perfect summertime spot to relax, play or catch up with friends and family.

Launching 21st July and running until 3rd September, the family friendly, all-day experience comes complete with a 1,000 sqm beach, theme park, AquaPark, street food stalls, and chill out zones to...

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Top 20 Rural Wonders for family adventures

The UK is fortunate enough to be particularly rich in natural beauty, from our dramatic rugged coastlines to the wonderful selection of national parks. Whether you’re planning a rural staycation or just a day trip in the great outdoors, it’s safe to say that you won’t be short of natural attractions to explore.

If you’re planning on exploring the natural beauty that the UK has to...

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What's on this summer at The Theatre Royal Plymouth

What’s on during the Summer Holidays at Theatre Royal Plymouth?

The summer holidays are just around the corner and Theatre Royal Plymouth have got a whole host of shows and workshops for all the family to enjoy. From family favourite musicals such as Shrek , 42nd Street and Annie , to an exciting Barn Dance tour and workshops for five to 12-year-olds, there is something for everyone to get...

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Summer fun at We The Curious

Whilst our building is closed, we’ll be bringing you the fun out to you this summer holidays! We’ll be setting up on Anchor Square and at venues across the city to create spaces for everyone to experiment, play and get creative – there will be heaps of free activities, for all ages. What's on at We the Curious this summer Anchor Square – On a Roll!

When and where: Weekends 8 July – 3...

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How you can save money on Summer trips with National Lottery Days out

Go to the VisitBritain Shop to get £25 off hundreds of UK attractions

To help make this summer fun-filled and affordable, The National Lottery is offering £25 towards great days out at hundreds of tourist attractions, immersive experiences and tours across the UK as well as West End theatre shows.

From 3 July 2023, National Lottery players can get more from their ticket by heading to...