Summer activities for kids

We all love the summer – what’s not to like about sunshine, barbecues and holidays?

But sometimes it can be hard to think of ways to keep the kids occupied during the long summer months, especially when school has broken up.

We’re here to help with our round-up of great activities for families in your area.

If you’re looking for trustworthy summer childcare to look after the kids while you’re at work, search our guide to find holiday clubs, camps and play schemes operating near you.

If you’re trying to find places to cool off, browse our directory for paddling pools, splash parks and open-air swimming pools.

You’ll also find details of special summer events for kids, such as play days in local parks, carnivals and festivals.

There’s something for every family – and for all weather conditions – so search our listings now and be inspired.

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Maternity, newborn and family photographer in Nottingham and Midlands

Nottingham

I'm here to capture those priceless moments of you and your baby starting a new journey together. Award winning photographer specialising in maternity, newborn, children ...

Sparks St Albans Film School is now open to kids aged 5-18!

St Albans

Sparks St Albans welcomes children and teenagers to our fun filmmaking summer camps in August, running 1st-5th August and 15th-19th August, for the ages of 5-18. At our ...

Baby Sensory classes in Birmingham West and the surrounding areas

West Heath

Baby Sensory classes are amazing, magical and award winning classes for babies from newborn to 13 months that are based on extensive research. No two classes are the same a...

W Fitness - Ladies Only Gym, Horsforth

Leeds

Join our supportive, friendly and award-winning ladies only fitness studio to start your journey to a fitter, healthier and more confident YOU! We’d love to chat to you ...

Sparks Dulwich Film Making Classes for Ages 5-18

London

Sparks filmmaking classes start for a new term from April 23rd, based in Dulwich. Young filmmakers can learn all about filmmaking - from directing and acting, to camera...

Boat Cruises in Poole & Swanage

Poole

We have a different view of Dorset. We offer a range of trips including Harbour Cruises, Swanage and Poole Day trips, Sea Train Adventure, Dining Cruises, Birdwatching & Fi...

Ultimate Summer Camps at Canford School, Dorset

Wimborne

All children are brilliant and they all deserve to have inspirational summer holidays brimming with fun and life-long memories. That sentiment is what drove us to craft a t...

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Specialist in Personalised Baby & Children's Clothing, Gifts and Toys

Kings Hill

We are We Three Bears and we are small family run business who specialise in making those loving and unique gifts for children and baby. We offer personalisation through...

Sensory Centre at The Maypole Project

Orpington

To book please call 01689 851596 or email intern@themaypoleproject.co.uk. More information can be found on our website https://www.themaypoleproject.co.uk/sensory-cabin/ ...

In the Street - Free Family Festival

St Helens

Citadel Arts are bringing some of the best children’s and family shows from across the UK to St Helens for a completely free outdoor theatre experience that you'll never fo...

Canterbury Spy Mission Treasure Trail

Kent

Gather around, secret agents! We need our best spies on the streets for this self-guided mission. The clues take you through the historic centre and green parks, passing ma...

Farmer Copleys Farm, Pontefract, West Yorkshire

Pontefract

Welcome to Farmer Copleys, we are a family run farm shop, Moo Café, function space and events centre based in West Yorkshire between Pontefract and Featherstone. The Co...

Birchfield Ice Cream Farm, Harrogate

Summerbridge, Harrogate

Birchfield Ice Cream Farm is a picturesque working farm nestled in the valley of Nidderdale, North Yorkshire in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is home to our ...

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It's Your World....Own It! TM Holiday Workshop for Under 12s - Summer

London

A confidence building workshop for under 12s that fills a whole week. From elements of our Debate by Elocute! TM Programme, our Happy&Healthy! TM Programme and our Lead! TM...

HAF PROGRAM

Cheltenham

Children entitled to Free School Meals are being given the opportunity to enjoy 3 free days of holiday club which includes a hot lunch with no cost to you. Children aged 4...

Norfolk Active Kidz - Multi Sports Club at Firside Junior School

Hellesdon

Norfolk Active Kidz - Multi Sports Club at Firside Junior School 26th July till the 26th August - 4 days a week (Monday to Thursday) Morning (8:30 - 12:30) and Afte...

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Summer holiday coding camps - Online

Award-winning UK coding school, Cypher, is inviting children from across the UK to join our Summer Coding Camps – Live Online (90min x daily sessions) from 12th July - 3rd ...

Summer Workshops for 4-9yr olds based on The Bee Musical!

Hamble

Light UP are running a week long summer workshop for 4-9yr olds!

Summer Obstacle Fun at Nuclear Wild Forest

Essex

90 MINUTES OF OBSTACLE ACTION PACKED FUN Land & Water Obstacles 6+ years includes the doughnuts | 10+ Years includes the deathslide Ditch the screens for an outdoo...

Summer dance camp in Hackney 26-30 July

London

Join Adrenalindance for a week of summer dance fun . A mix of styles , street , contemporary , breakdance and lots of time to freestyle taught by excellent facilitators . T...