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Holiday Activities
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If you’ve got restless young ones or just want to give them a fun alternative to screen time, here’s our guide on how to fill the half term days! With indoor and outdoor activities to choose from, get the whole family involved with garden and theatre outings to a whole heap of excitement in woodland adventure parks!
Discover the power of Superbees
Head off to RHS Garden Bridgewater and join them for a week of fun activities from 28th May to 5th June to learn all about our favourite pollinators. Make a bee friendly garden in interactive planting workshops and follow the garden trail to discover more about how special bees are. Wander through the honey scented bee colony in Artizani’s funny and thought-provoking installation for a multisensory peek into the secret life of bees. W: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater/whats-on/half-term-at-bridgewater
Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Chester Cathedral
Discover Chester’s connection with the Monarchy at the ‘Chester and the Crown’ exhibition at Chester Cathedral, go and admire floral tributes to the Queen in the Cathedral nave (3rd – 5th June) or relive music sung and performed at the Queen’s coronation at the ‘Platinum Coronation Celebration’ on Saturday 11th June. Later in the month, visit ‘Extraordinary Women’ – a moving, contemplative, and emotionally-charged photography exhibition by late photo journalist, Tom Stoddart - which presents the endurance and iron will of women in situations of war, poverty and hardship (10th June – 11th July). W: www.chestercathedral.com
Whether you’re looking to enjoy the sunny spells with the family, celebrate the lighter evenings by enjoying a meal out, or stock up on some summer essentials, Liverpool ONE has it all! From days out with the little ones, to rooftop cocktails and everything in between, Liverpool ONE is the perfect playground for all age ranges and budgets. Enjoy great outdoor areas with free entertainment, boasting a nature trail across Chavasse Park buzzing with educational fun, along with their recently launched Heritage Trail, and their PING! Tables, ideally located around the corners of some of their most popular stores. Take your pick from more than 50 places to grab something to eat and drink or look for a spot in the sun with al-fresco eateries, coffee shops and bars, from Bill’s and Wagamama to Bean and Pizza Express and a whole lot more! W: www.liverpool-one.com
From Shrek to Dinosaurs – there’s a treat for all with Brio Entertainment
We know how hard it is to keep the whole family constantly entertained over the school holidays but Brio Entertainment have got you covered! From exciting educational shows to musical theatre, Brio Entertainment host a variety of exciting shows for you and your little ones to choose from. Find out what is on stage at Northwich Memorial Court or Ellesmere Port Civic Hall by visiting them online. W: www.brioentertainment.org
Create memories and run WILD at the Big Birthday Bash!
It’s BeWILDerwood Cheshire’s 1st birthday, and the Boggles and Twiggles are inviting you to celebrate in the WILD woods! Visit the magical woodland between 25th April and 5th June for BeWILDerwood’s Big Birthday Bash. The event will see a brand-new Storytelling Show, Puzzling Park Trail, Pecooliar Party Hat making and brilliant balloon face painting. Plus, everything is included in the ticket price – so no pesky hidden costs once you enter! BeWILDerwood is a full day out for all the family to enjoy, grownups play too! Book your adventure online or pay on arrival. T: 01829 830730 W: BeWILDerwood.co.uk
Fun & entertainment for all ages at Blakemere this half term and beyond
Gather the family and head to Blakemere this summer and enjoy a fun-filled entertainment programme including a family Circus, pop-up markets and free Circus Workshops! There is plenty for the whole family to take part in as they offer activities such as arts and crafts, Segway’s, archery and much more! Plus, their small fun fair is open at weekends and daily throughout half terms from 11am-5pm. Blakemere also has many independent shops, a free small play area and great woodland walks, so take along your furry friends as they’re a dog friendly site too! W: www.blakemerevillage.com
Create memorable summer memories at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre
This summer will see Shakespeare’s Romeo Juliet performed alongside the American classic Little Women and Clive King’s classic children’s story Stig of the Dump. Grosvenor Park is one of Chester’s best-loved summer-time experiences and will fill the park with joy once more. The sounds of popping corks, picnics unpacked, and happy audiences is the defining sound of Chester’s summer. 2022 will be their most exciting season ever, with a host of special extra events including music and comedy gigs and family adventures. Under 12s go FREE to Grosvenor Park, programme from 1st July – 29th August. W: www.grosvenorpark.co.uk
Kids will be buzzing with GreenWood’s Mind-Blowing events calendar!
Join Peppa Pig on a trailblazing adventure at GreenWood’s forest adventure park on the 14th May, full of snorts of laughter and stories to tell. Or become wild throughout June with BuzzFuzzling creature features and transform into a Forest Superhero for planet pleasing fun, and meet Duggee, the leader of the squirrel club for ThrillFunning adventures on the 25th June. Not forgetting all the WhooshZooming rides and activities for the whole family, you’ll never run out of things to do at GreenWood Family Park! Save over 15% on admissions when booked online in advance. W: www.greenwoodfamilypark.co.uk
Try Superstars’ new and exciting Residential Summer Camps!
Combining their passion for dance and sport for all, Superstars’ weeklong overnight camps will create a fun and safe environment to further develop the individual character of each child, making lasting memories. Superstars’ camps will be running at the secure grounds of Culcheth High School, which boasts fantastic facilities and is where they have been operating for 10 years. Their overnight camps will be ‘American Style’, combining amazing food with unique activities and day trips, all whilst sleeping under the stars in comfy bell tents. W: www.littlesuperstars.co.uk
