What’s On

Summer at the Museums

WHEN: 20th July – 31st August www.museums.cam.ac.uk/ summer

WHERE: At venues across Cambridgeshire with everything from storytelling and play-based activities for younger children, to hands-on happenings for all ages.

Many events FREE.

Wildlife Watch

WHEN: 8th July: 10.30 – 12.30

WHERE: Woodwalton Fen

Nature Reserve

Wildlife Watch is here for kids that can’t get enough of exploring the great outdoors or those desperate to find out a bit more about the weird and wonderful creatures we share our world with. Prices from £5 per child www.wildlifebcn.org/events

01487 815524

Seska: Cooking up fun

WHEN: 9th July 11.30am, 2pm

WHERE: Cambridge Junction

Entertaining crowds from Mumbai to Trinidad. A firm favourite at Camp Bestival.

Super-hilarious family comedy magic. From £7.50 www.Junction.co.uk

Around the World Family Trail

WHEN: 20th July- 3rd September 10.00 - 6pm

WHERE: Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Forget the long airport queues and flights, you can travel all around the world in just one day at the Botanic Garden! FREE event for children www.botanic.cam.ac.uk

The Snail and Whale

WHEN: 31st Aug – 3rd Sept

WHERE: Cambridge Arts Theatre

Join an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father as they re-imagine the story of a tiny snail’s incredible trip around the world. Longing to see the world, a tiny sea snail hitches a lift on the tail of a great big, grey-blue humpback whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, brought vividly to life through live music, storytelling and lots of laughs - but when the whale gets beached, how will the snail save him? £16, www.cambridgeartstheatre.com

Wild in the Woods

WHEN: 26th July 10.00-12.00

WHERE: Cambourne

Perform in the Park

WHEN: 22nd July - 28th August

WHERE: Coram’s Fields, Bloomsbury

A magical festival of children’s theatre in the heart of London. Four fantastic musicals for children aged 2-14 plus evening events for teens. Set in a pop-up tent in Coram’s Fields WC1N 1DN, families can also enjoy the park with widelawns and wonderful play areas. Bring a picnic or enjoy the charming all-day café. Tickets start at £14.50. Visit performinthepark.uk for more information and to book tickets.

Giant Maize Maze

Join Wildlife Adventurer Becca Badger for a family adventure at Cambourne Nature Reserve. This session is perfect for ages 7 - 11 but older children and younger siblings will also enjoy the activity. £5 per child. To book email rebecca.neal@wildlifebcn.org www.wildlifebcn.org

Music in the Parks

WHEN: 9th, 16th July, 7th and 6th,

WHERE: Parks in and around Cambridge

While away a couple of hours on a lazy Sunday afternoon by packing up a picnic, grabbing a blanket and heading down to enjoy free music events, promising to be extra special this summer, with eight music events taking place on various Sundays from July 9th to September 17th. FREE www.cambridgelive.org.uk/cityevents/Music-in-the-Parks

WHEN: 20th July – 3rd September 10am -5pm

WHERE: Skylark, March

Ever wanted to explore a giant maize maze? Visit Skylark Maize Maze & Funyard this summer for an epic fun day out the whole family will enjoy! Use code ‘SUMMERFAM23’ for an EXTRA £1 OFF £12 Adult, £14 Child www.SkylarkGardenCentre.co.uk

Heritage Craft weekend

WHEN: 27th August

WHERE: Denny Abbey, Waterbeach

Visit a wide range of heritage crafts people who will be showcasing their trade. From woodturning to beekeeping, each stallholder will also have a variety of handmade items on sale. Normal admission plus donation www.dennyfarmlandmuseum. org.uk

The Wizard Of Oz

WHEN: 2nd August 3pm

WHERE: Milton Country Park

You are invited to click your heels and ease on down the yellow brick road as Immersion Theatre proudly presents a brand new adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, a magical family show guaranteed to have you in stitches from beginning to end! Prices from £12 www.immersiontheatre.co.uk

Cambridge Aquapark, Hannam’s Wake Hub

WHEN: July & August weekends, school holidays: 10:00–18:00

Newly-expanded, inflatable obstacle course for summer fun with your family and friends. Price includes lifejacket and wetsuit. Ringo rides and cable kneeboarding/wakeboarding also available. Pre-book. £22pp/hour www.cambridgeaquapark.com

01353 886955

Wildlife Trust Bat

Safari Punting

WHEN: July & August: Fridays & Saturdays

WHERE: Scudamores, Cambridge Spot bats as they emerge from hibernation with Wildlife Trust Bat Experts. www.scudamores.com

01223 359750

The Wind In The Willows

WHEN: 20th - 23rd July

WHERE: The Dean’s Garden, Ely Cathedral

An exciting adventure along the riverbank with a brand new open-air staging of Kenneth Grahame’s family classic ‘The Wind In The Willows.’ Meet all your favourite characters, including loyal Mole, faithful Ratty and wise old Badger, as they do their best to keep the mischievous Mr Toad out of trouble. From £14.50 www.kdtheatre.co.uk

PYO Fruits

WHEN: July - August

WHERE: Farms in Cambridgeshire Pidley Park Farm, Hunts and Lidgate Farm in Isleham are just two of the farms open in the region during the PYO season. Check each venue for opening times and types of fruit available. www.pyo.co.uk

Church Farm

Rare Breeds Centre,

WHEN: July and August, 10.00 – 17.00

WHERE: Stow Bardolph Make friends with a wide variety of tame animals and experience all their young at close quarters throughout the season as well as enjoying their adventure playground. www.churchfarmstowbardolph. co.uk

01366 382162

RUMBLE LIVE ACTION GAMING (LASER TAG)

WHEN: July and August

WHERE: Grafham Water, Huntingdon

The perfect family day out designed by a family for families using the latest laser tag equipment, providing the best experience. This isn’t just laser tag, it’s about bringing together the best of the real and virtual worlds. From £15 per person per hour. www.rumblelive.co.uk 01480 592135

01353 725026

Hamerton Zoo Park

WHEN: July and August

With over twenty acres of rolling parkland and home to hundreds of incredible animals, Hamerton Zoo is local and a great day out for Families. Stop by the Coffee Shop or relax whilst the kids let off steam in the Play Area. Under 3’s go free and £11.99 a child ticket www.hamertonzoopark.com

Lido

WHEN: July and August 7am – 7pm

WHERE: Jesus Green

The Lido is unheated, wetsuits are not compulsory but are strongly recommended at water temperatures below 14 degrees. There is a newly built Sauna, sunbathing space and a small hut for refreshments and ice creams nearby Prices from £3.50 www.better.org.uk