AttractionsEvents

Over the last weekend of May colourful casetas will be popping up in the aptly named Bernie Spain Gardens on the picturesque South Bank serving up delicious Spanish tapas refreshing cocktails tasting workshops vibrant Flamenco dance shows interactive activities and…

The DC3 Squadron are proud to be going to France to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the D Day landings. In the planning for this journey over the Atlantic we looked back at the routes flown by the original crews…

A guided walk led by our team of expert Volunteers ‐ looking out for owls and bats with some small mammal trapping on the Wetlands looking for wood mice and bank voles. We can provide torches but if you have…

IDEAL HOME SHOW RETURNS TO SCOTLAND WITH NEW CELEBRITY LINEUP INCLUDING SPECIAL GUEST NICK KNOWLES Im a Celeb star Nick Knowles and DIY SOS presenter will join the line‐up of celebrity ambassadors for this years Ideal Home Show Scotland…

Times: 10.30am to 11.30amCost: £3 per child. Accompanying adults do not need to pay. Cost does not include Museum entry which you dont need to purchase to enjoy Chiddlers Hour.Age: for 0 to 3 year olds.Type of workshop: storytelling songs…

12 Cask Ales Gin & Prosecco Bar 4 Ciders Burgers Alcohol‐free Bar Local BandsBack by popular demand this years festival is not just for beer lovers... It also welcomes cider fans gin connoisseurs prosecco enthusiasts…

Head to Merseyway Shopping Centre for Family Fun with McDonalds Enjoy face painting balloon modelling and a colouring station free of charge. Open 11am ‐ 3pm on Saturday 25th May 2019.Located outside Specsavers. …

Complete our fun Woodpecker Trail join in regular Animal Encounters and NEW Animal Learning Lesson.Explore Fairytale Forest following our unique Wood‐sculpture Trail. Lunch in our Country Cafe…

Celebrate 50 years since humans first landed on the moon by seeing a NEW space show and take part in astronaut training in a human gyroscopeStandard entry or free with your Annual Pass…

There are lots of birds in Roald Dahls books including our favourite ‐ the Roly‐Poly Bird Youll find out some fascinating facts about these flying characters before getting stuck in with clay. Youll shape and mold your own bird out…

Experience colourful motion tracking screens touch‐triggered shapes and games and crack the code to reveal different digital effects.This NEW exhibition brings together innovative tech vibrant visual effects and stunning sounds to create an immersive exhibition for children to explore and…

Meet Peggy in our back yard reconstruction and learn about her life as a miners wife in the 1940s and the Bevin Boy who boarded with her.…

Young Farmers Week at Odds Farm Park nr Beaconsfield BucksCalling all young farmers Daily from 25th May to 2nd June dont miss the extra fun at Odds Farm Park and the chance to become an Odds Farm Park accredited Young…

Join us for our Apollo packed May Half Term as we discover just how Charlie Brown and Snoopy nearly landed on the Moon.This dress rehearsal for a Moon landing brought the Apollo lunar module to 8.4 nautical miles from the…

The 42nd Pageant is coming..Classic cars commercial vehicles and motorcycles will be on show there are daring freestyle motorcycle displays by Jamie Squibb arena parades showcasing a great variety of vehicles 6 live bands with dancing plus DJ a Vintage…

Beaulieu was a top secret school for agents of the Special Operations Executive during World War II. Follow in their footsteps this May half‐term and learn espionage skills before graduating as a fully‐trained SOE agent.Head to SOE headquarters to receive…

Filled with bouncy castles activity inflatables under 5s area circus skills interactive play system and much moreDelicious BBQ and sweet stall available to quench your thirst and tickle your taste budsFuntopia at Newcastle under Lyme is pay and play all…

Visitors are invited to a free two‐day rooftop party at Westgate Oxford during the May Bank Holiday weekend. As part of the family‐friendly event on May 25th and 26th a variety of entertainers will take centre stage at Westgates roof…

Join us on our exciting bug safari ‐ using our wildlife explorer bags join our safari leaders and head into the woodland to discover all the interesting creatures living under our feet. Experience our close encounters stage ‐ will you…

This May Bank Holiday weekend Arena Shopping Park is bringing the beach to the people of CoventryBetween Saturday 25th Monday 27th May show off your sandcastle making skills and take part in workshops to decorate your beach bag essentials.…

La Vie en Bleu incorporating La Vita RossaSaturday 25 ‐ Sunday 26 May 2019Commemorating the 90th Anniversary of the Bugatti Owners ClubLa Vie en Bleu returns to Prescott on Saturday 25 ‐ Sunday 26 May 2019. The spectacular two‐day event…

ONLY A FEW DAYS TO GO Enjoy the perfect River Thames experience this late Maybank holiday weekend aboard the carbon neutral 1883steam launch Alaska. Trips runon the hour from 10am to 5pm apart from 1pm giving you a50 minute…

Come and join the fun at this Cheshire‐wide science festival with a week full of events for all the family. There will be FREE activities taking place across the county. experiment with ludicrous liquids witness live science shows embrace your…

Stretch your legs and fill your tummy Walk in the woods and fields that inspired Roald Dahl listen to extracts from Roald Dahls My Year then get stuck in to a delicious afternoon tea in the Caf.In this months Scoff…

With plenty of activities that the whole family can get involved in Highclere in 2019 has a superb line‐up of entertainment and features that all ages will just love.In 2019 we welcome lots of new features including the return of…

The timeless classic has made its way off the page and onto the stage.Created by Jonathan Rockefeller the critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets faithfully adapting four of Eric Carles…

Frogs Newts and Pond Dipping2.30 4.30pmDiscover the amazing world of frogs and newts with Marcus and Susan from Bedfordshire Reptile and Amphibian Group with a talk followed by a pond dipping session. Suitable for 8. Pre‐booking essential.…

Come and see all sorts of vehicles from all over the world all in one placeEnjoy your tour of the best of the worlds vehicles whilst enjoying world food challenges and competition and family friendly entertainmentAll to raise money for…

.The All About Dogs Show is the UKs FAVOURITE dog event for dogs of all shapes and sizes ‐ and its returning to Hylands Park Chelmsford on 26th and 27th May 2019Bring your dog for two days full of exciting…

Lots of things fly in Roald Dahls books ‐ including a mightly peach and a great glass elevator. In this workshop youll get to think up your own flying thingamajig inspired by the Roald Dahl stories youll hear.Youll use all…

The Nonsuch Town and Country Show will be back this year even bigger and better. Whether you be a Country Show fan and come along and see the wonderful Jonathan Marshall ‐ horse stuntsman from Poldark and Game of Thrones…

The Dog Event with something for all four legged friends from Dog Shows with over 20 classes daily to Dogs Have Got Talent Chase the Bunny Have a Go Agility Agility Demonstrations a Main ring and so much more. …

Explore NEW Dino Week this May Half Term from 27 31 MayCalling all explorers Get set for the BEST May Half Term yet at Mead Open Farm near Leighton Buzzard.Packed full of roar‐some fun Meet The Dinosaurs as they…

Hoof it to the National Coal Mining Museum in May where our ponies Eric Ernie and Bud are celebrating Finns birthday. Visit the stables and say hello then have a go at our special horsey crafts during May Half Term.…

For those of you looking for something a bit crafty to get stuck into First youll find out more about the birds that Roald Dahl kept in his aviary as well as some of the magnificent birds in his stories…

Celebrate the Victorian entertainment of circus when local community arts organisation Agenci take over the Bridge. Showcasing Victorian circus with a contemporary twist visitors to the Bridge will be met by a Master Storyteller to guide them through the day…

Bird Breeding Cycles Song and Nesting Talks10.30am 12.30pmPeter Holden looks at the wonderful world of birds looking closely at local bird life and unravelling some of their mysteries and little known facts that will help us understand their impact…

Tours begin at 11.00 and 14.00.…

The entertainment will include: Join Captain Jon Voyage and Dr Rafferty Goggins as they take you on a buffoons romp through the golden age of adventure. Beginning at their base camp on the island of Honopopo you will journey deep…

Tree Walk11am 12pmLearn how to identify trees with Jo Roberts on this informative guided walk around the Park. Free book to reserve a space.…

Our 2019 tour is bigger and better than ever before We have the amazing Gemini Sisters high in the roof of the big top the most amazing and talented British aerial performers our sensational sky Walker Flabson one of the…

Join the Bedfordshire County Moth Recorders on a guided walk to look for butterflies and day‐flying moths and learn how to identify them. Free but pre book to ensure a space.…

Enjoy interactive storytelling from her brilliant new book Franklin and Luna go to the Moon a tale of friendship dragons and space Then create your own mythological creature inspired by the book. Great for adults and kids who love books…

Get your thinking caps on for your Fairytale themed Fancy Dress Competition and dig out your books to bring along to swap at the Book Swap...as its coming SOON.....to a park near youThe annual book Day in beautiful surroundings…

Collar and Cuffs Theatre Company. Presented by LittlestockBe not afeard. The isle is full of noises sounds and sweet airs that give delight and hurt not. How do we help our children grow the skills to be confidently curious about…

LP Creatives Ltd presentsThis child‐friendly adaptation of Treasure Island is a very funny high energy big bold and bright show with crazy characters all your favourite songs and a swashbuckling sensational story on the seven seasFrom these highly experienced producers…

Half Moon presents a Justin Coe production ‐ Presented by LittlestockYoung Herbert is a little horror. Living on a boat should be the ideal life for a wannabe pirate but the boats grounded until Herbert can learn to tidy his…

Drop in to the Blacksmiths Forge at Hope Pit Workshop & see the Museums resident Blacksmiths Jayne & Martin demonstrating their skills.Open 9am ‐ 4pm demonstrations at 11.30am & 2pm.…