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Moreton Golf Viking Quest Adventure

Viking Quest 18-hole adventure golf course is a leisure and learning experience where kids of all ages can enjoy a fantastic day out. No booking is required. Moreton Hills Golf Centre. W: www.vikingquestadventuregolf.co.uk

Pick Your Own

Now open at Bellis Brothers Farm Shop!

Open 10am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm Sunday (last entry on the field 30 minutes before closing).

Tabletop strawberries, raspberries, blackcurrants, redcurrants, rhubarb, peas and beans (subject to weather and availability). The tabletop fruit now extends the season into the start of the school holidays. Bellis Brothers Farm Shop and Garden Centre, Wrexham Road Farm, Holt Village, Wrexham. T: 01829 270302

W: www.bellisbrothers.co.uk

Summer at Bents Garden and Home

The fun extends from the Outdoor Play Area and Covered Beach to the beauty of Weeping Ash Garden, where a host of friendly fairies and dinosaurs are waiting to be discovered. Enjoy crafting activities, storytime picnics and not forgetting the 18-hole Jurassic Cove Adventure Golf Course. Bents, Glazebury, Warrington. W: www.bents.co.uk

The Curious Treehouse Adventure

Enter a magical world at BeWILDerWood Cheshire this summer. Book online. W: www.BeWILDerWood.co.uk

We take great care to ensure this information is correct at the time of going to press. However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip…or promise!

Canolfan Tryweryn - The National White Water Centre offer fantastic whitewater adventures on the River Tryweryn. Located in Eryri (Snowdonia National Park) your young adventurers will zoom down natural white water rapids. T: 01678 521083

W: nationalwhitewatercentre.co.uk

Discover Endless Summer Fun

Get your adrenaline pumping on the exhilarating rides, take a leap of faith on the amazing Giant Jumper, or challenge your friends to a race on the Jungle Boats. Non-stop thrills for all ages are guaranteed. Book online in advance and save up to 20%. GreenWood Family Park.

W: www.greenwoodfamilypark.co.uk

Port Sunlight Experience

Find out the history of this special village at Port Sunlight Museum, experience what life was like over a century ago in the Edwardian Worker’s Cottage, and immerse yourself in the story of soap at the interactive SoapWorks.

W: www.portsunlightvillage.com

Kids Active Holidays

Everybody Health and Leisure’s Active Holiday programmes are now available to book! They have an exciting range of activities including swimming, sports and leisure planned across Cheshire East to keep your children active during the school holidays.

W: www.everybody.org.uk

Our Fragile Space

A ground-breaking photography exhibition about the reality of space debris. Photography by Max Alexander. Exhibition in partnership with Discover the bluedot & SKAO. Runs until 17th September. Jodrell Bank.

W: www.jodrellbank.net

A Healthy Profit Exhibition

A Healthy Profit explores what life was like for workers at Quarry Bank, and the conditions they endured. Journey through the different parts of the human body, with interactive displays, and encounter an array of historic medical equipment that would have been used to treat the workers. Open until 19th September on the fourth floor of the mill.

W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Solar Observing

Find out the difference between a Sun Spot and a Solar Flare. Through the magic of telescopes, join an expert who’ll take you on a guided tour of the Sun! Weather dependent - available on sunny days in the school holidays. Included in admission. Jodrell Bank.

W: www.jodrellbank.net

Telescope Talks

Jodrell Bank is an amazing, unique, and awe-inspiring place made famous by its big dish – the Lovell Telescope. Talks last approximately 30 minutes and take place at various times throughout the day. Included in admission. Everyday throughout the summer. Jodrell Bank. W: www.jodrellbank.net

Tracs Shop and Hire

Experience cycling through the scenic Delamere Forest. Bike hire and an onsite shop, children’s parties, guided rides and even learn to ride days are available to book.

W: www.delamerebikes.co.uk

The Old Dock Tour

Discover the origin of the city’s fortune buried right beneath Liverpool ONE. Tours are available on Wednesdays, Fridays and every other Thursday and Saturday at 10.30am, 12pm and 2.30pm, each tour lasts up to an hour. Children under five go free.

W: www.liverpool-one.com

Adventure Parc Snowdonia

At the heart of the majestic Conwy Valley in North Wales sits Adventure Parc Snowdonia! From the Ninja assault course and extreme slides to indoor caving, zip-lining and water based fun, it all centres around a world-first 300-metre inland surf lagoon that generates a guaranteed perfect and consistent surf for lessons, paddle boarding, open swimming and more. W: www.adventureparcsnowdonia.com

The Heritage Trail at Liverpool ONE

The Heritage Trail invites visitors on a journey to explore more than 300 years of Liverpool’s history. Discovering the events, places and people that shaped the maritime powerhouse that is Liverpool. To follow The Heritage Trail, download the Liverpool ONE MyONE app or collect the printed map from the Information Centre on Wall Street. W: www.liverpool-one.com

Zog Trail at Delamere

Join family favourite Zog on a fun forest adventure at Delamere Forest. With colourful panels, fun activity pack and an amazing augmented reality Zog app, follow the interactive trail to find out how your little dragons can help care for the forest, others, and themselves. Become like Zog by wearing wings and completing exciting challenges to earn golden stars. W: www.forestryengland.uk/ delamere-forest

Cheshire Military Museum

Explore over 300 years of history at the Cheshire Military Museum, Chester. Fun for all the family! W: www.cheshiremilitarymuseum.org.uk

Summer Adventures with Tiger and Mog!

To mark the centenary of the birth of Judith Kerr, award winning writer and illustrator of Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat; Tatton Park will be featuring a Tiger and Mog themed summer. With a tiger activity tea-party trail, Mog in the Maize maze at the Farm and a trail to help Mog find her toy Bunny in the Mansion. You may even meet Tiger and Mog themselves on selected days. Running until 3rd September.

W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Nature Trail at Liverpool ONE

For all the mini explorers amongst us, Liverpool ONE’s Nature Trail is the perfect excuse to get outdoors and tour Chavasse Park learning about the vast array of resident plants and wildlife. The free trail is self-guided by a map available online or at the Tourist Information Centre on Wall Street and it takes around 60 minutes to complete. W: www.liverpool-one.com

PING!

For those looking to dust off their forehand skills, Liverpool ONE’s PING! Tennis tables are a fun open-air opportunity to get competitive! The tables, which are free to use, are the perfect excuse to get the whole family out for some fresh air and battle it out.

W: www.liverpool-one.com

Summer Outdoor Theatre

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream and The Secret Garden. Enjoy family entertainment with Heartbreak Productions adaptation of David Walliams Bad Dad. National Trust admission charges do not apply. Running in July and August. Tickets from £12. Quarry Bank, Wilmslow.

W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ quarry-bank

Tickle the Ivories

The much-loved Tickle the Ivories piano festival is back for its twelfth year at Liverpool ONE! Enjoy a backdrop of piano music as you shop, with one of six pianos situated across Liverpool ONE featuring popular returning pianists. Free play pianos are also available if you want to have a go yourself! Runs until 10th September.

W: www.liverpool-one.com

Summer at Grosvenor Park

Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre is a magical outdoor theatre-in-the-round in the heart of picturesque Grosvenor Park; This summer, Shakespeare’s most magical, gleeful comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream invites audiences of all ages to follow their heart and embrace their imagination. Under 12s go free. Under 5’s can join Ratty, Mole, Badger, and Toad for an adorable storytelling adventure.

W: www.storyhouse.com

Summer Days Out in North Wales

Explore vast Welsh Castles, get stuck in with Summer of Play activities, or let of steam in natural play areas with National Trust Cymru this summer. With fun-filled activities and exciting events, there are plenty of great family days out to be had in Wales. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wales

July

Friday 7th

Professor Pumpernickel Science Show

Eureka Science and Discovery. Running 7th-9th July. W: www.eureka.org.uk

Foodies Festival

Foodies Festival returns with celebrity chefs and headliners Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Scouting For Girls. Running 7th-9th July. Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Saturday 8th Cheshire Steam Fair

Running 8th/9th July near Daresburywill feature the West Lancs Dog Display Team, Owl Adventures, Wall of Death, Traction Engines, Vintage Vehicles, Childrens Corner and Fairground. Day Tickets or weekend camping available.

W: www.outdoorshows.co.uk

Outdoor Movies on the Meadow

Enjoy a late afternoon screening of the Disney Pixar family favourite Wall-E, this year celebrating its 15th anniversary. Or why not enjoy an evening of 80’s nostalgia with friends, watching Dirty Dancing under the stars. Take a blanket or low backed chair and get settled for a magical night. Quarry Bank. National Trust admission charges do not apply.

W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ quarry-bank

The Wind in the Willows

We take great care to ensure this information is correct at the time of going to press. However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip…or promise!

A storytelling adventure through Grosvenor Park. Running until 20th August. Ideal for ages 5 and under. W: www.storyhouse.com

Sunday 9th

Wind in the Willows

Set in the beautiful outdoor East Garden next to The Hall, Quantum Theatre group presents Wind In The Willows. Arley Hall and Gardens, Northwich. W: www.arleyhallandgardens.com

Friday 14th

The Great Mandavi

Fire juggler, street performer & entertainer extraordinaire. 11amwalkabout plus 25min shows at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Eureka Science and Discovery. W: www.eureka.org.uk

Saturday 15th

Ford Power Live

Oulton Park will put a focus on all things Ford this summer with the new-for-2023 Ford Power Live show. W: www.oultonpark.co.uk

Festival of Archaeology at Lyme

Try your hand at your own mini excavation in dig pits to see what you find. Think about what kind of questions an archaeologist would ask. 11am-3pm, drop in. Lyme National Trust near Stockport. Also on 16th July. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Weekend Workshops

Potions Workshops at 11.30am and 2pm. A chance to get excited about chemistry and to see some surprising chemical reactions. Marvellous Materials Shows at 12.30pm and 3pm. An exciting family show with demonstrations using liquid nitrogen and solid carbon dioxide - see materials change state right in front of your eyes! Also on 16th July. Catalyst Science Discovery Centre Museum.

W: www.catalyst.org.uk

Sunday 16th

ChessFest

Chess players will get together on Chavasse Park at Liverpool ONE for ChessFest 2023, featuring 50 boards with capacity for 100 players. A match between Liverpool and London players will take place live on the big screen, displays from chess grand masters and much more. All activities are free and suitable for children and adults.

W: www.liverpool-one.com

Family Fun Run

Take part in the Gulliver’s Family Fun Run, dust off those running shoes for this fantastic event at Warrington, raising money for St Rocco’s Hospice. Combined fun run and theme park entry £15pp, with £5 of your entry being donated directly to St Rocco’s. Non-Fun-Runners can still purchase standard theme park tickets (entry from 10.30am) at the standard rate.

W: www.gulliversworldresort.co.uk/ fun-run

Wednesday 19th

RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park

Families can explore the family trail, see beautiful gardens in bloom, tuck into delicious food, and head to Homestead for workshops - there is something for everyone. Don’t miss The Bug Hub, where little ones can build their own bug hotel, and go on an excellent adventure with Aardman’s Lloyd of the Flies. Running until 23rd July. Tatton Park, Knutsford. W: www.tattonpark.org.uk

Thursday 20th

Bluedot

Cheshire’s multi award-winning carnival of music, science, and cosmic culture. Families can enjoy a host of exciting and interactive entertainment from Our Kids Social Silent Disco, Pop-Up Puppet Cinema, and the ever-popular Jedi Lightsaber training. Running 20th-23rd July at Jodrell Bank. W: www.jodrellbank.net

Friday 21st

Cheshire Military Museum

Activity days are running every Friday during the summer holidays. W: www.cheshiremilitarymuseum.org.uk

Saturday 22nd Play, Everyday

Dunham Massey’s Play, Everyday programme brings a daily dose of additional playful happenings and activities, every single day of the summer holidays until 10th September. From classical music and circus skills in the gardens, to crafts and creativity in the North Park, a changing daily schedule of events will be announced on Dunham Massey’s social media in the run up to the school holidays. To find out more follow on Facebook www.facebook.com/DunhamMasseyNT or Instagram www.instagram.com/ ntdunhammassey

Visit Beeston Castle

Take part in the Summer Explorer Quest, a fun adventure, with a historical twist in the grounds of Beeston Castle. Running until 3rd September. Book online and save 10%, search Beeston Castle online.

Bee Discovery Workshops

Go along and learn about one of nature’s best scientists - the honeybee. Experiment with stings, learn about beehives and make a buzzer so you can buzz like a bee! 12.30pm and 3pm. Catalyst Science Discovery Centre Museum. W: www.catalyst.org.uk

Operation Earth Shows

Go along to this family show and, with the help of expert scientists, investigate what is bothering poorly Earthy. Become a trainee environmental scientist and help investigate Earthy’s land, air and oceans and see if you can identify and find solutions to Earthy’s problems. 11.30am and 2pm. Running until 28th July and then 29th August3rd September. Catalyst Science Discovery Centre Museum. W: www.catalyst.org.uk

Summer of Play

Find a tree-stump special Floor is Lava, clamber and climb on The Log Pile natural play area and happen across games and playful activities that turn great times into special memories. Running until 10th September. Free, normal admission applies. Dunham Massey National Trust. W: nationaltrust.org.uk/ dunham-massey

Eureka Science and Discovery

Eureka! Science + Discovery is a brand-new attraction, housed in the Seacombe Ferry Terminal building, that has been created with and for children and young people aged 0-14. Events will run from 22nd July-3rd September. All tickets must be pre-booked online. W: www.eureka.org.uk

Aardman Presents: Lloyd of the Flies

Have fun this summer at RHS Garden Bridgewater and go on an excellent adventure with Aardman’s Lloyd of the Flies. Download a special augmented reality app developed by Aardman to ‘shrink down’ to fly size and see the world through insect eyes. Zoolab will have hands-on animal encounters. Running until 3rd September. W: www.rhs.org.uk

Summer of Play at Lyme

Run, climb, and slide in Crow Wood play area or play in the creative play space on the West Terrace in the Garden. A range of activities and events from craft workshops to outdoor theatre. Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank. Runs until 3rd September. Lyme National Trust Property near Stockport. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Lyme

Festival of Archaeology

Help discover the hidden stories of the Apprentice House as they excavate the garden and see what treasures from the past can be discovered. Pre-booking not required. No previous experience necessary. All equipment provided. National Trust admission charges apply. Running until 30th July. Quarry Bank, National Trust, Wilmslow. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk