Merthyr Tydfil: Free Swimming Sessions for Under 16's at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre during the Summer Holidays

Make a splash at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre this summer with FREE holiday swim sessions for under 16s!

Thanks to funding from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, we’re offering extra swim sessions throughout the holidays to help young people enjoy a healthy, active summer, separate from our usual Free Swim provision.

🗓️ Mondays & Thursdays
🕚 11:00am – 12:00noon
🧒 Free for under 16s – general prices apply for adults

Book now via the Halo app or call us on 01685 727 476

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Haverfordwest: Play Day 2025 - Free Activities for all families at Scolton Manor on Wed 06 Aug 25

 

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Porthkerry: Family Fun Day at Porthkerry Park on Thu 31 July

 

Family Fun Day at Porthkerry Park!

Join us on Thursday 31st July, from 10am – 12:30pm for a morning packed with fun, games, and activities for all the family! 🌳

While the kids play, parents can chat with local organisations offering free advice, support, and information.

Don’t miss this exciting event — something for everyone to enjoy!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Barry: National Playday 2025 at Romilly Park, Barry - Wed 06 Aug 25

Vale Play Development Team:

TWO WEEKS TO GO || DWY WYTHNOS I FYND

🌞Our National Playday celebration takes place in just two weeks time ||
Mae ein dathliad Diwrnod Chwarae Cenedlaethol yn digwydd ymhen pythefnos yn unig 🌞

Join us for a day packed full of free inclusive play opportunities for all of the family || Ymunwch â ni am ddiwrnod llawn cyfleoedd chwarae cynhwysol am ddim i'r teulu cyfan

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow: Join our Summer Dragon Trail - Start at Chepstow Tourist Information Centre

 
Come and visit Chepstow Tourist Information Centre during the Summer holidays to pick up your trail sheet and start your adventure!

Discover hidden dragon clues around town and local businesses. It's a fun adventure for everyone!

Come along and join in the fun! Running from July 19th – 1st September, £3.50

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Ymunwch â’n Llwybrau Draig! Join our Dragon Trails! 🐲

Dewch i ymweld â Chanolfan Croeso Cas-gwent yn ystod gwyliau’r Haf i gael eich dalen llwybr a dechrau ar eich antur!

Gallwch ddarganfod cliwiau draig cudd o amgylch y dref a busnesau lleol. Mae’n antur llawn hwyl i bawb

Dewch draw ac ymuno yn yr hwyl! Cynhelir rhwng, 19 Gorffennaf – 1 Medi, £3.50

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Hereford: Come and Play in the Summer Break!

 Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Stafford: Paultons Park join us this summer for a galaxy of fun!

 

Join us this summer for a galaxy of fun! Blast off with Commander Bruce and his crew on an action-packed space adventure, become a certified Space Cadet in our fun training academy, and enjoy Peppa character meet-ups, dino greets, and animal talks - there’s stellar fun for the whole family every day!

See Link HERE

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Stafford: My Staffordshire: Family days out for under £30

With the school summer holidays in full swing, there’s no better time to get out and enjoy everything Staffordshire has to offer. Our county is packed with things to do and there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Visit Staffordshire’s 30 Days Out Under £30 campaign is a brilliant starting point for ideas. From country parks and animal attractions to fun museum activities and library events, you’ll find plenty to keep the whole family busy without breaking the bank.

I hope you and your family enjoy discovering more of what our wonderful county has to offer this summer.

See Link HERE

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

St Andrews: Fife Council FREE family fun sessions for the Summer holiday's

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For information contact Community Education Worker Heather.whyte@fife.gov.uk or call/text 07873 616 027

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Fife Tay Bridgehead: Summer Youth and Family Free events

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All sessions are free, no need to book. For more information contact Caroline Berry @ caroline.berry@fife.gov.uk or 07519 293 642

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Fife: Cafe Inc during the school holidays and is a free lunch club for children, and young people.

Cafe Inc is a free lunch club for children, and young people. It provides tasty, healthy meals for our young people, while our schools are closed during the holidays. 

No need to book, just turn up. 

Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult, who can also have a meal.

For further information and to find out where your nearest Cafe Inc is being held 👉 Café Inc | Fife Council

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Garrison FREE summer activities week starting Mon 28th July. Now open to Bovington Garrison families

Bovington & Lulworth (Garrison families) are welcome to attend the below sessions
Please contact Julie.Osmond100@mod.gov.uk regarding booking and access onto Blandford camp. Deposit is not required. 

Rugby Tots

• Monday 28th 0900 -1200hrs Rugby Pitch - 7 - 10yrs
• Tuesday 29th 0900 - 1200hrs Rugby Pitch - 11+yrs

For information about Rugby Tots click link HERE

Yoga & Wellbeing

• Wednesday 30th 
• 1000 - 1100 Jubilee Hall - Under 10's
• 1100 - 1200 Jubilee Hall - Over 10's

Made By Me Craft  

• Thursday 31st 0900 - 1030 Jubilee Hall 7 - 10yrs
• Thursday 31st 1030 - 1200 Jubilee Hall 11+

For information about the craft theme session click HERE 

To complete booking form for all of above click HERE or pop into the Williams Building for a paper copy. 

Friday 1st August BAD GUYS 2 - PG Trailer: THE BAD GUYS 2 | BFBS Cinemas

Doors open 1030hrs, Film commences 1100hrs prompt.
Tickets are £5 per child, this includes entry, a cone of popcorn, and a cold soft drink. Accompanying adults Free of Charge.
Tickets can be purchased in advance from the Williams Building or will be available on the day.
All activity deposits and Matinee costs are CASH ONLY.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE via BGSU welfare team.

Forres: Ceilidh Celebration, Saturday 9th August - FREE entry

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Moray Wellbeing Hub's next Summer Sharing Ceilidh's will be in Forres - Saturday 9th August, 17:30 - 20:30
FREE Entry (booking is essential) Forres Area Community Trust (Forres Town Hall)
Join us for a fun and engaging evening focused on enhancing wellbeing and connecting with peers.

This all-ages event is open to everyone and features:
🍛 Food Sharing: Bring your own food or a dish to share.
💃 Traditional Dancing: No experience necessary, just bring your dancing spirit!
😃 Connection & Conversation: Meet new people and share stories.
🎶 Live Local Music: Performances from alive ceilidh Band and other community musicians.
🎭 Creative Spotlights: Local creatives, dancers, and musicians showcasing their sense of wellbeing (slots available if you would like to perform get in touch!)
🎈 Community Raffle: Proceeds go the Pilmuir Primary Parent Council
🏠 Community Research Info: Learn about ongoing projects and how to get involved.

Cupar: Cupar Churches Children's Holiday Club, Monday 28th July - Friday 1st August

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Alton: Lilo & Stitch Hawaiian Beach Party Alton Community Centre Tues 19th Aug 4 - 5.30pm

 

Information provided  by South East HIVE Hub

Elgin: Neurodiverse session, Tuesdays in July & August

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Join us for some quiet time in a hammock, or some space to explore and enjoy nature.

Book your FREE tickets here www.earthtime.co.uk/whats-on/

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Alton: Free Karate Amery Hill School Mini Camp

 

FREE Karate Summer Mini Camp for children aged 5 and above

All sessions are 6–7pm at Amery Hill School Dance Studio

July: 23, 28, 30

August: 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 27

This camp is a great opportunity to help children build:

- Confidence

- Focus and discipline

- Fitness and coordination

All in a fun, encouraging environment.

Click HERE for  further Information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Edinburgh: Little Troopers at Build-A-Bear for children of deployed parents

Is your little trooper missing a deployed parent?

If your child has a parent currently deployed, you can apply to attend one of our exclusive group workshops happening nationwide. 

Each child will have the magical opportunity to create their very own ‘Little Troopers’ bear at Build-A-Bear — a treasured keepsake to hold close while their parent is away.

📅 Event Details: Edinburgh
Date: 13th August 2025
Time: Approximately 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age Group: Military children aged 4–10 years, each accompanied by one adult

Dorset Food & arts festival market - Dorchester Sat 2nd Aug

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The Dorset Food and Arts Festival is back on the menu, and ready to champion the best of Dorset and showcase a great line up of local food, drink, art, craft, and community talent.

Join us on Saturday 2 August from 10 – 4 on the Great Field in Poundbury, as we bring together a FREE mini ‘pop-up’ festival market!
It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for a wide selection of delicious products and artisan crafts.

Grab a bite to eat and enjoy a tipple as you shop with local stallholders, producers, and makers – offering tasty food and drink, handmade gifts, art, and beautiful crafts.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Blandford: Festival of archaeology Thurs 31st July - Sat 2nd Aug

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Dig for historical remains in our sandbox, learn about artefacts through time, try your hand at making Dorset buttons or Roman mosaics, and more.

Blandford Town Museum, Beres Yard, Blandford Forum, DT11 7HQ

Information provided by Bovington HIVE