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July 21, 2026
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
• 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.
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.
July 20, 2026
Blandford: Skatefest - Sun 16th Aug
Join us at Blandford Skate Park for Blandford Skatefest 2026
10am - 4pm
Everyone is welcome! Whether you are young, older, a complete beginner or an experienced rider there will be something for you to see or take part in.
There will be refreshments and an ice cream van on the day.
Blandford: Free stay & play drop in's for families with children age 0 - 6 - Tues 4th,11th & 18th Aug
Dorset: Family fun show - Mon 27th July (Upton country park)
Shows at 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm and 3.30pm, approx 1 hour running time.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Bovington: Garrison summer family activity programme & trips starts Wed 29th July.
Blandford: Garrison family summer activity programme & residential break - Spaces still available.
Sign up here: AWS Community Support (Blandford & Bovington)
July 16, 2026
Dorset: Swanage carnival - Sat 25th July - Sat 1st Aug.
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 HIVEJuly 15, 2026
Vale of Glamorgan: Vale Family Compass - Summer Holiday Activity Programme
The Vale Council’s Family Information Service has launched its Summer Holiday Programme 2026, offering a wide range of activities for children, young people and families throughout the school holidays.
There is something for everyone, with activities ranging from science and gymnastics camps to music workshops, soft play sessions, family fun days and much more.
Council teams, including Vale Libraries, the Youth Service, Flying Start, and the Healthy Living Play and Sports Teams, are delivering a variety of free and low-cost activities across the Vale. Highlights include craft and story events in local libraries, free multi-sport sessions, playschemes and Play Ranger activities.
Our Summer Programme looks a little different this year due to technical issues with our usual database. We've moved to a new platform and are continuing to add activities, events and opportunities as information becomes available.
Activities designed to be accessible and welcoming to all children and young people, including those with additional needs or disabilities, ensuring everyone can participate and feel supported are in yellow.
To find out what's on and book activities, visit: Family Information Service - Vale Family Compass
Vale Family Compass Facebook Page
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
July 14, 2026
Corsham, Chippenham & Melksham: 'Us Girls' Summer activities for girls aged 11+
- Free, fun and inclusive sessions
- Try a range of activities and discover something new
- Meet new people, build confidence and have fun
- A welcoming space for girls aged 11+ to get active and feel empowered
- Corsham | Chippenham | Melksham
- Scan the QR code or click here to book your place now!
- Email community.sport@wiltshire.gov.uk for more info
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE
Chatham: The Historic Dockyard Chatham Steve Backshall's Awesome Oceans Family Trail
Calling all explorers! This summer, we’ve teamed up with legendary wildlife expert and adventurer, Steve Backshall, for an extraordinary journey beneath the waves.
Explore the planet’s coolest underwater habitats and discover the secrets of its most fascinating creatures with Steve Backshall’s Awesome Oceans Family Trail. As you explore the Historic Dockyard, you’ll tackle an action-packed trail loaded with hands-on challenges, mind-blowing stories, and interactive missions, all inspired by Steve’s adventure
Alton: What's On in the Library
Turn up the volume on reading this summer!
This summer, The Reading Agency invites children to discover the joy of reading through Read to the Beat! — the music-themed Summer Reading Challenge 2026. With a fantastic collection of books inspired by music from around the world, children can explore stories, poetry, graphic novels, and non-fiction for all reading levels. Best of all, books are FREE to borrow from the library. As part of the National Year of Reading, libraries are encouraging families to make reading part of their summer adventures. Children can sign up at Alton library, set their reading goals, and enjoy rewards along the way.
The Summer Reading Challenge runs from Saturday 11 July - Saturday 12 September
Sign up at Alton Library during opening hours:
Monday: 9.30-1.30
Tuesday: 9.30-5.00
Thursday: 9.30-5.00
Friday: 9.30-5.00
Saturday: 9.30-5.00
July 9, 2026
Haverfordwest: The Edge Youth Centre Haverfordwest - Summer Holiday Trips
The Edge Youth Centre - Haverfordwest:
Summer Holidays 2026:
We're excited to announce our Summer Holiday Trips!
- Monday 20th July – Broad Haven Beach Trip
- Thursday 6th August – Eisteddfod Festival
- Friday 7th August – Tennis Taster Session at Haverfordwest Tennis Club (more details to follow)
- Thursday 13th August - Mud Run with MUUK
- Wednesday 19th August – Fishing Trip
- Friday 21st August – Golf Taster Session at Haverfordwest Golf Club (more details to follow)
- Monday 24th August – Scape Ceramics (Quiet Hour members only)
- Wednesday 26th August – Aqua Park
We'll also be open every Friday from 12:00pm–3:00pm for our FIT & FED sessions, offering a free meal and an optional physical activity.
To request a consent form for any of the trips above, please:
- Pop into Youth Club
- Visit one of our FIT & FED sessions in the Summer
- Email cyt@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
July 7, 2026
Medway: MedwayGo Free Activities During School Holidays, Bookings open on Monday 29th June at 12pm
What is MedwayGo?
MedwayGo is the holiday activity programme in Medway. Over Easter, Summer and the Christmas holidays it provides a fun and safe environment for children aged 5 – 16 years old to enjoy activities, a healthy lunch and much more!
Children can join a range of activities from sports, creative arts, outdoor pursuits and dance, there is something for everyone.






