South Cerney: AWS CS Summer activities - spaces still available!

 

Booking can be made via Eventbrite at AWS CS North Wiltshire & Gloucestershire - Summer activities

Please note other sessions in other locations are also still available!

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

South Cerney: Community Centre opening times over the Summer holidays

 

Looking for something to keep the little ones entertained over the summer holidays?

South Cerney Station's Community Centre will be open every Tuesday and Thursday from 1030-1530, free of charge.

Please note this is not a childcare facility and all children must be supervised by a parent or carer.

Please click here to follow the South Cerney Station Welfare Facebook page

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Blandford: Animal farm & sanctuary open throughout the school summer holidays

 

More details HERE

Location - Higher Shaftesbury Road, Blandford Forum. No Onsite parking. Please park at the Sunrise Business Park DT11 8ST. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Swanage carnival - Sat 25th July - Sat 1st Aug.

 

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This year's theme is "A Wacky Western in Carnival Canyon".

The FREE 8-day event features over 100 activities, including the main street procession, aerial displays by Team Raven, live music, beach sports, and evening fireworks.

For more details and programme click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Garrison summer family activity programme & trips starts Wed 29th July.

 

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Sign up here: AWS Community Support (Blandford & Bovington)

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison family summer activity programme & residential break - Spaces still available.

With the kids breaking up next week, summer is almost here! There are still a couple of spaces left on the summer residential and a whole load of fun to be had for all the family during the school holidays.

Sign up here: AWS Community Support (Blandford & Bovington)

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

30 Days out under £30 In Staffordshire

 

A guide to the best cheap and free days out in Staffordshire, including zoos, farms, museums, country parks and nature reserves, plus our stunning wide open spaces, such as the Peak District National Park, The National Forest, and Cannock Chase National Landscape.

You are guaranteed a fantastic day out at these attractions and places to visit in Staffordshire.

Everything featured on this page will cost a family of four less than £30 to get in – and some are even free*!

Full details can be found HERE

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Staffordshire: Summer at The Staffordshire Regiment Museum - 27 July - 01 September

 Website: www.staffordshireregimentmuseum.com/

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

Colerne: 'FOMO Fridays' this Summer at Colerne Station Community Centre

 

Information provided by Colerne HIVE

Bramcote: Little Swans - Every Wednesday through the summer holidays

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
 

Poulton-Le-Fylde: WanderLand Family Day at Crofton Hall Playing Fields - 25 July 26

It’s back! Wanderland returns to Poulton this summer — bigger, brighter and better than ever! 

Presented by Wyre Council, Wyre’s popular family festival is coming back to Cottam Hall, Poulton on Saturday 25 July!

On the main stage…
Peppa Pig — everyone’s favourite character, ready to delight little ones
The Black Eagles — prepare to be amazed by this incredible African acrobatic and dance troupe
K‑Pop Superstars Tribute Show — dance and sing along to a high‑energy performance celebrating the global K‑Pop phenomenon!
Around the festival…
Enjoy two fantastic mini‑theatre shows:
Daft as a Brush — playful, interactive circus fun led by a mischievous clown
Desert Island Discs — a charming one‑man performance set on a tiny tropical island stage
Meet adorable animals at our Animal Roadshow
Say hello to Disney Princesses Moana and Cinderella, and superheroes Iron Man and Captain America
Bounce and leap your way through a 70‑foot inflatable assault course
Try out fun circus skills
Enjoy classic garden games
…and so much more to discover!
Early Bird Tickets are just £8 per person for a very limited time. Don’t miss out! All activities and performances are included in your ticket, and under‑2s go free.

Start your Wanderland adventure!
Book tickets and find out more at www.wyre.gov.uk/wanderland

Information provided by Weeton HIVE
(source - Wyre BC)

Bovington: Community summer event - Teddies & paddington picnics Sat 15th Aug.

 

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Places where Kids Eat Free (or for £1) - Summer Holidays 2026

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Chepstow: Home-Start Cymru Summer Group on Wednesdays starting on 22nd July at Beachley Barracks, Chepstow

 
Home-Start Cymru is running a Summer Group at the Little Scamps Building, designed primarily for children under 5 years old. Siblings are also welcome to attend during the school holidays, and dads are encouraged to come along too!

Session Details:

• Day: Wednesdays, starting 22nd July 2026 

• Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm
• Location: Little Scamps Building

The sessions provide a fantastic opportunity for children to play, learn, build confidence, and make new friends in a safe and supportive environment.

Please scan the QR code on the poster to register.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Vale of Glamorgan: Summer of Fun with the Vale Sports Team

Vale Sports Development Team: 

Spaces still available for upcoming Summer of Fun sessions.

Book via: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-2026-4851475

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Weeton: Weetonbury Family Festival - Wed 5th August 26

Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Weeton: Summer Activities within the Force of Nature Community Garden

 Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Blandford: Free stay & play drop in's for families with children age 0 - 6 - Tues 4th,11th & 18th Aug

 

To find out more email northchildrenscentres@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Family fun show - Mon 27th July (Upton country park)

Join Jamie Jigsaw and DJ Phil to celebrate the start of the summer holidays. 

Comedy, magic, music, competitions, special effects and more.
Shows at 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm and 3.30pm, approx 1 hour running time.

More details HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Gloucestershire: What's on this Summer around Gloucestershire

 

Please click the links below for a selection of local upcoming events and bookmark this page for any future updates! (Updated events may be added weekly and will show in bold text to indicate they are new)

Please note that new activities have been added to the long 'recurring list of event spaces, tourism websites, etc.' section so please check to see what's on near you!