What’s On in Peterborough during the summer holidays
There are so many things to do in and around Peterborough during the summer. I have put together a comprehensive go to list of all those family friendly events. This list is constantly being updated so make sure to bookmark it and come back.
This year I have added the list of Holiday Clubs below too as it was something being asked. If you know of a holiday club not listed please let me know by email.
What to do at the weekends for the ENTIRE year! – Peterborough Edition
Holiday Clubs
MAD (Multi Activity Day) @ Nene Park – 5th August – 23rd August –
Want something to do during the school holidays? Why not come and join in with one of our Multi Activity Days, they are designed to be full of fun and excitement, meet new friends and develop new and existing skills. You will get to try a mix of adventurous outdoor activities throughout the day which will be a mix of water and land-based activities. Lunch provided.
Suitable for ages 8-16 years -Drop off between 0830/0900 collection between 1700/1730 – Book here
Key Summer Schools 2019 @ The Key Theatre
Does your child want to perform on a professional stage and spend a week rehearsing their musical theatre skills with highly experienced, award-winning performing arts professionals?
If so, reserve one of the sought-after places on Kindred’s Key Theatre Summer Schools- renowned for being the best in the Eastern Region!
WEEK 1 – MON 29th JULY – SATURDAY 3rd AUGUST
WEEK 2 – MONDAY 5th AUGUST SATURDAY 10th AUGUST
Reserve your place now – £50 deposit per week.
Venue: Key Theatre
Times: 9.30am – 5pm (Saturdays 9:30-7:30pm)
Demand is will be high for this ever popular event which next Summer enters its 28th year, so make sure that you book your place early to avoid disappointment! This exciting 6 day week costs just £170 (which can be split into monthly payments)
To book your place click the link below to fill out an online registration form (deposit required) https://goo.gl/forms/Rx1HJY3EvJDoeTs43
Holiday club with Vivacity
more info
Summer Events 2019
Friday 19th July to the 28th July
Friday 19th
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Saturday 20th
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Family Fun Day – Beach Party! @ Nene Valley Community Centre – 1pm-8pm – Free Entry, Beach Party, Adult & Children Summer Games, Stalls, Paddling Pools, Licensed Bar, BBQ and much much more… **Please be aware there will be minimal parking**
Toy Story 4 @ Key Theatre – 11am and 2pm – £4 per ticket – Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the gang embark on a road trip with Bonnie and a new toy named Forky. The adventurous journey turns into an unexpected reunion as Woody’s slight detour leads him to his long-lost friend Bo Peep. As Woody and Bo discuss the old days, they soon start to realise that they’re worlds apart when it comes to what they want from life as a toy. – Book here
Roller Skating @ Werrington Leisure Centre – 5pm-8pm – Single ticket £4, Family Ticket (4) £11, Skate hire £2, Spectators £1.50- Our rollers skating sessions have the latest music, state of the art lighting and sound systems, plus our DJ taking your special requests. Children skating must be at least 4 years old and under 8’s to be supervised by a paying adult. Skate hire is available in sizes Junior 8 to Adult 12.
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Mail by Rail @ Nene Valley Railway – 11.30am, 13.15pm, 15.15pm – Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Ever wanted to be part of the ‘Night Mail’? Now you can. The NVR is one of the few locations in the UK where non-stop mailbag exchanges can take place using our specially designed coaches. This year both the Travelling Post Office (TPO) train and main line trains will be hauled by both steam locomotive (engine TBC) and new resident diesel Class 45 ‘Peak’. To make it even better, standard fares apply!
Hampton Makes Music @ Korp (Studio 4 at the Undercroft) – 2pm-2.45pm Drum Circle, 3pm-3.45pm Sing Circle, 4pm-4.45pm Music Making – A new series of regular music workshops for all the family – come along and be part of Hampton Makes Music!
Each session costs £2 per person, or book onto the whole afternoon (all 3 workshops) for £5. Sessions are suitable for all ages and skill levels, and equipment will be provided. – More info
Sunday 21st
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
NCT Peterborough Summer Fun Day @ Eye Community Hall – 2pm-4pm – NCT Peterborough are holding their first Summer Fun Day!
There will be a variety of stalls, games and things to buy, as well as delicious foods, ice cream and a bar!
Mail by Rail @ Nene Valley Railway – 11.30am, 13.15pm, 15.15pm – Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Ever wanted to be part of the ‘Night Mail’? Now you can. The NVR is one of the few locations in the UK where non-stop mailbag exchanges can take place using our specially designed coaches. This year both the Travelling Post Office (TPO) train and main line trains will be hauled by both steam locomotive (engine TBC) and new resident diesel Class 45 ‘Peak’. To make it even better, standard fares apply!
Classic Transport Day @ Nene Valley Railway – Adults £16, Child £8, Family £40 – This year Nene Valley Railway is hosting its eight classic car event. Once again Wansford Station will be home to a stunning collection of over 100 classic cars, motorcycles and even commercial vehicles congregate at our Wansford station. , each guaranteed to ‘transport’ you back in time through the decades. Visitors will be treated to a special classic car display, whilst our locomotives steam away in the background.
Toy Story 4 @ Key Theatre – 2pm – £4 per ticket – Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the gang embark on a road trip with Bonnie and a new toy named Forky. The adventurous journey turns into an unexpected reunion as Woody’s slight detour leads him to his long-lost friend Bo Peep. As Woody and Bo discuss the old days, they soon start to realise that they’re worlds apart when it comes to what they want from life as a toy. – Book here
Exotic Pet Refuge Open Day @ Exotic Pet Refuge, 102 Station Road, PE68RH – 10am-5pm – Adults £6, Children £3, Cash only – 4 acres of over 250 exotic mammals, birds and reptiles. Cafe serving refreshments, stalls, tombola, children’s entertainment.
Monday 22nd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Tuesday 23rd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Wednesday 24th
Burghley Film Festival @ Burghley House, Stamford – Book here -Gates open for morning sessions at 10.30am and close at 4.30pm. Gates open for the evening session at 5.30pm. Tickets are available online to pre-purchase at the advance ticket rates. Ticket prices will increase during the festival. Daytime tickets will give access to both screenings during the day, and evening tickets will give access to both evening screenings. This is an open air event and will continue whatever the weather so please bring waterproofs if rain is expected.
Please note; children under 3 years old do not require a ticket. All children under the age of 16 in possession of a child ticket need to accompanied and supervised by an adult over the age of 16 holding an adult ticket for the event. Deckchairs are available for £5 per session.
11.30am – The Jungle Book (PG), 2pm – Hotel Transylvania 3 (U)
6.30pm Shaun of the Dead (15), 8.30pm The Woman in Black (15)
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Wild Wednesday @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Addmission applies – Get involved with hands-on activities for all ages including pond-dipping in the moats, counting butterflies in the long grass or graffiti hunting around the garden lodge. Activities vary from week to week, check out the website for more details.
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Planet Earth Workshops @ Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire – 11am-1pm and 1.30pm – 3.30pm – Usual admission charges apply plus £2 per child – Welcome to the Goldilocks zone. Join in the Planet Earth workshops to challenge how you feel about and see the world in which we live.
Spend the rest of the day testing Newton’s theories in our Science Centre and follow our Space Race Trail around the site.
Garden Detectives @Belton House, Grantham – 11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus Adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton’s gardens with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Thursday 25th
Burghley Film Festival @ Burghley House, Stamford – Book here -Gates open for morning sessions at 10.30am and close at 4.30pm. Gates open for the evening session at 5.30pm. Tickets are available online to pre-purchase at the advance ticket rates. Ticket prices will increase during the festival. Daytime tickets will give access to both screenings during the day, and evening tickets will give access to both evening screenings. This is an open-air event and will continue whatever the weather so please bring waterproofs if rain is expected.
Please note; children under 3 years old do not require a ticket. All children under the age of 16 in possession of a child ticket need to accompanied and supervised by an adult over the age of 16 holding an adult ticket for the event. Deckchairs are available for £5 per session.
11.30am – The Incredibles 2 (PG), 2pm – Coco (PG)
6pm – Bridesmaids (15), 8.30pm – Mama Mia! Here we go again (PG)
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Games Morning @ Allama Iqbal Centre, 157 Cromwell Road, – 10am-12pm – Just turn up. Bring any games or packs of cards.
Come in to the warm and welcoming surroundings of our community café, meet and make friends, and relax…
Family House Tour @ Belton House, Grantham –11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton House with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Friday 26th
Tractor Rides @ Nene Park – 10am – Join Ranger Chris Rollason for a ride in one of the Trusts tractors. Children can sit in the spare seat of the tractor while being driven around a cordoned off area on Coney Meadow – No need to book. First come first served – A queue system will be in place if busy
Kids Tree Climbing @ Nene Park – 10am-2.30pm (every 30 minutes) £2 per child – Children can come and have a go at tree climbing in a rope and harness. Full Instructions are given by our Rangers and all safety equipment is provided. – Book here
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Burghley Film Festival @ Burghley House, Stamford – Book here -Gates open for morning sessions at 10.30am and close at 4.30pm. Gates open for the evening session at 5.30pm. Tickets are available online to pre-purchase at the advance ticket rates. Ticket prices will increase during the festival. Daytime tickets will give access to both screenings during the day, and evening tickets will give access to both evening screenings. This is an open air event and will continue whatever the weather so please bring waterproofs if rain is expected.
Please note; children under 3 years old do not require a ticket. All children under the age of 16 in possession of a child ticket need to accompanied and supervised by an adult over the age of 16 holding an adult ticket for the event. Deckchairs are available for £5 per session.
11.30am – Peter Rabbit (PG), 2pm – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG)
6pm – Black Panther (12A), 8.30pm – Mission: Impossible – Fallour (12A)
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Friday 50 Things Challenges @ Belton House, Grantham – 11am-4pm – Usual admission charges – Join the play team in Belton’s outdoor adventure playground as they challenge families to complete a different #50things activity every Friday during the school holidays.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Saturday 27th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Summer Fun Day @ Paston Farm Community Foundation – 11am -Join us for our 3rd annual Fun Day. Lots to enjoy including cafe, bouncy castle, animals, birds, raffle, tombola, games and more!
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Burghley Film Festival @ Burghley House, Stamford – Book here -Gates open for morning sessions at 10.30am and close at 4.30pm. Gates open for the evening session at 5.30pm. Tickets are available online to pre-purchase at the advance ticket rates. Ticket prices will increase during the festival. Daytime tickets will give access to both screenings during the day, and evening tickets will give access to both evening screenings. This is an open-air event and will continue whatever the weather so please bring waterproofs if rain is expected.
Please note; children under 3 years old do not require a ticket. All children under the age of 16 in possession of a child ticket need to accompanied and supervised by an adult over the age of 16 holding an adult ticket for the event. Deckchairs are available for £5 per session.
11.30am – Smallfoot (U), 2pm – Shrek 2 (U)
6.30pm – The Greatest Showman (PG), 8.30pm – Bohemian Rhapsody (12A)
The Great Sacrewell Farm & Food Fest @ Sacrewell Farm – 9.30-5.30pm -If you’re a passionate foodie (and who isn’t?) The Great Sacrewell Farm & Food Fest is the perfect opportunity to connect with farmers & local artisans – everyone dedicated to producing and preparing unique, delicious, and wholesome local foods. Held at Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre, we celebrate everything that’s home-grown and locally sourced.
We are bringing together celebrity chefs including Parveen Ashraf, Kwoklyn Wan, Simon Spooner and Chef James as well as local food champions showing us their wares and food tips in our live cooking theatre.
Festival of Archaeology @ Flag Fen – 10am-5pm – Adults £8, Children £5, Families £20, Under 5’s free – Get stuck into an archaeological adventure at Flag Fen as part of the national Festival of Archaeology. Unearth treasures in our dig tent, have a go at making natural clothes dyes in our Bronze Age roundhouse and write with some Roman ink! Plus enjoy tours, crafts and trails.
Roller Skating @ Werrington Leisure Centre – 5pm-8pm – Single ticket £4, Family Ticket (4) £11, Skate hire £2, Spectators £1.50- Our rollers skating sessions have the latest music, state of the art lighting and sound systems, plus our DJ taking your special requests. Children skating must be at least 4 years old and under 8’s to be supervised by a paying adult. Skate hire is available in sizes Junior 8 to Adult 12.
Thomas Branch Line @ Nene Valley Railway – Throughout the day – Rover Tickets (all day travel) Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Travel behind Thomas on his Branch Line to Yarwell and back, the train then continues to Peterborough hauled by a bigger locomotive
Sunday 28th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Family and Friends Volunteering @ Nene Park – 10am and 1pm – FREE inc parking – Children, couples, grandparents, friends – everybody welcome. All tools and training provided. You just need to bring along lots of enthusiasm.
Burghley Film Festival @ Burghley House, Stamford – Book here -Gates open for morning sessions at 10.30am and close at 4.30pm. Gates open for the evening session at 5.30pm. Tickets are available online to pre-purchase at the advance ticket rates. Ticket prices will increase during the festival. Daytime tickets will give access to both screenings during the day, and evening tickets will give access to both evening screenings. This is an open air event and will continue whatever the weather so please bring waterproofs if rain is expected.
Please note; children under 3 years old do not require a ticket. All children under the age of 16 in possession of a child ticket need to accompanied and supervised by an adult over the age of 16 holding an adult ticket for the event. Deckchairs are available for £5 per session.
11.30am – Thumbelina (U), 2pm – Mary Poppins Returns (U)
6pm – Pride and Prejudice (U), 8.30pm The Favourite (15)
Festival of Archaeology @ Flag Fen – 10am-5pm – Adults £8, Children £5, Families £20, Under 5’s free – Get stuck into an archaeological adventure at Flag Fen as part of the national Festival of Archaeology. Unearth treasures in our dig tent, have a go at making natural clothes dyes in our Bronze Age roundhouse and write with some Roman ink! Plus enjoy tours, crafts and trails.
Thomas Branch Line @ Nene Valley Railway – Throughout the day – Rover Tickets (all day travel) Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Travel behind Thomas on his Branch Line to Yarwell and back, the train then continues to Peterborough hauled by a bigger locomotive
Week commencing 29th July
Monday 29th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Happily Ever After @ Nene Park –10.30am and 1.30pm – £5.50 per child (max 2 children per adult)- We will introduce children to the story of The Ugly Duckling and discover the wonderful world of ducks through crafts, activities, singing and storytime – Book here
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Youth RYA Sailing Stage 1 @ Nene Park – 10am-4pm – £155 – This two-day course covers basic sailing skills, rope work and collision avoidance. After the course participants will be able to tack and control boat speed and understand basic principles. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids, are provided. – Book here
Tiger Day @ Hamerton Zoo –10am-5.30pm – usual admission applies – *Fundraising Stalls!
*Tiger Talks!
*Tiger Feeds!
Learn all about our tigers here at Hamerton and tigers in the wild! Meet our tigers at the park by feeding them! All funds raised go to tiger conservation!
Tuesday 30th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure
Summer Slime Workshop @ The Enchanted Plaza – 10.30am-11.30am and 1pm-2pm – Come and make Slime all different colours and glitters.
Just £4 a child with refreshments
Please pay to secure your booking
You can pay by popping in to see us or over the phone.
Limited spaces – More info
Little Squigglers, Disney, Safari @ Safari Play, Bretton, PE3 8SB – *** ADVANCE booking ***10am: Under 8s – 11am: Under 4s *Younger siblings attend the session suitable for the eldest child – Book a single session for £6.50, Book 3 weeks of sessions for £18 (30th July, 13th August, 27th August) – Explore. Create. Enjoy. Each session at Little Squigglers Peterborough children are immersed in activities based around a familiar theme and often linked with stories and rhymes.
Explore: 5 messy, sensory play activities, Create: 3 Arts and Crafts, and Enjoy! Parents/carers work alongside their child exploring lots of messy things like goo, gloop and gunge creating fantastic works of art and, most importantly, enjoying being creative together.
Fly into space with bubbleprint planets and glittery rockets or take a journey to the farm with tractor wheel prints and feathered hens! What happens when you push your hand really hard into gloop? Will the red sparkly water pass through the sieve? At Little Squigglers Peterborough the possibilities for exploration are many and varied! And at the end of the session we do the cleaning up so you don’t have to! Sessions will take place in the activity room at Safari Adventure play Peterborough, Little Squigglers customers can stay to play at a reduced price after their session… – Book here
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Wednesday 31st
Space Race Rocket Workshops @ Woolthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire – 11am-1pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm – Usual Admission Charges apply plus £2 per child – Join in the Space Race and design, build and test rockets of different types. Test which one works best; standard paper rockets, water rockets or film cannister rockets? Which are your favourite?
Spend the rest of the day testing Newton’s theories in our Science Centre and follow our Space Race Trail around the site.
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Decopatch Animals @ Hobbycraft, Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm – Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to decoupage.
On the day, we’ll be bringing back mache for you to create a Decopatch animal to take home with you!
Please click here to book.
Warning: Before you join us on the day, we wanted to make you aware of some important information as the Decopatch workshops will be using ingredients that may cause skin sensitivity or reaction:
Decopatch Paperpatch Glue Varnish
Note: This workshop is suitable for ages 4+. All children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult at all times on a maximum ratio of 1 adult to 2 children (no booking required for adult supervision).
Garden Detectives @Belton House, Grantham – 11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus Adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton’s gardens with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Wild Wednesday @ Nene Park – 10am – £1 Each – Drop in, no booking needed – Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wildcrafts.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Wild Wednesday @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Addmission applies – Get involved with hands-on activities for all ages including pond-dipping in the moats, counting butterflies in the long grass or graffiti hunting around the garden lodge. Activities vary from week to week, check out the website for more details.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Youth RYA Sailing Stage 2 @ Nene Park – 10am-4pm – £155 – This 2-day course covers launching and recovery, steering, parts of the boat and basic sailing. After the course participants will be able to steer and understand basic principles. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids, are provided. – Book here
Thursday 1st August
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Family House Tour @ Belton House, Grantham –11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton House with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Games Morning @ Allama Iqbal Centre, 157 Cromwell Road, – 10am-12pm – Just turn up. Bring any games or packs of cards.
Come in to the warm and welcoming surroundings of our community café, meet and make friends, and relax…
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sounds Right Phonics – Starting School Workshop @ Nene Valley Community Centre – 1.30pm-2.15pm -Is your child starting school in September? Want to give them a boost with their phonics before they get there? These sessions work through the first six sounds that the children will learn at school using listening games and sound blending activities. We also support gross and fine motor skill development ready for handwriting. All of this is done through our usual high energy, fun games so that learning is enjoyable. – More Info
Friday 2nd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
How to make Salt Dough Part 1 @ The Enchanted Plaza, Unit12B Yaxley Shopping Centre – 10am-11.30am – £8.50 – How would your children like to learn how to make Salt Dough then create any shapes, figures or decorations to hang.
This is a 2 part Workshop to allow your child’s creation dry so they can come back and decorate.
So when your child comes I will teach them what ingredients they need and I will bring a selection of cutting shapes and tools for them to work with. – Book here
Decopatch Animals @ Hobbycraft, Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm – Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to decoupage.
On the day, we’ll be bringing back mache for you to create a Decopatch animal to take home with you!
Please click here to book.
Warning: Before you join us on the day, we wanted to make you aware of some important information as the Decopatch workshops will be using ingredients that may cause skin sensitivity or reaction:
Decopatch Paperpatch Glue Varnish
Note: This workshop is suitable for ages 4+. All children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult at all times on a maximum ratio of 1 adult to 2 children (no booking required for adult supervision).
Friday 50 Things Challenges @ Belton House, Grantham – 11am-4pm – Usual admission charges – Join the play team in Belton’s outdoor adventure playground as they challenge families to complete a different #50things activity every Friday during the school holidays.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Saturday 3rd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Slime Saturdays @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1.15pm -Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to make your very own textured slime.On the day, you’ll be making your own batch of slime – choosing from a range of colours and textures! Please make sure you bring a container sot that you are able to take your slime home with you.
These workshops will run up to 30 minutes depending on how many children attend the workshop. This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each workshop. Please click here to book.
Warning: This workshop involves the use of paint – please wear appropriate clothing. This workshop may also involve using small items, which may present a choking hazard.
Before you join us on the day, we wanted to make you aware of some important information as the slime making workshops will be using ingredients that may cause skin sensitivity or reaction:
– PVA Glue
– Elmer’s Magical Liquid Slime Activator
Note: This workshop is suitable for ages 4+. All children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult at all times on a maximum ratio of 1 adult to 2 children (no booking required for adult supervision).
Roller Skating @ Werrington Leisure Centre – 5pm-8pm – Single ticket £4, Family Ticket (4) £11, Skate hire £2, Spectators £1.50- Our rollers skating sessions have the latest music, state of the art lighting and sound systems, plus our DJ taking your special requests. Children skating must be at least 4 years old and under 8’s to be supervised by a paying adult. Skate hire is available in sizes Junior 8 to Adult 12.
Sunday 4th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
The Queen’s Corgi screening@ The Key Theatre – 2pm-4pm – £3 each for tickets – When the Queen’s favourite dog, Rex, becomes lost, he must make new friends and embrace new adventures in order to find his way back to the palace. Book here
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Itter Park Summer Fun Day – 11am – Come along and enjoy the largest Free entry event in Walton. Live Music, fair rides, licensed bar area, hot food stalls, ice cream, craft stalls, charity stalls, dog show (formal garden area, time TBA) face painting, Crazy Golf, and much much more! All stall enquiries to stalls@thefriendsofitterpark.org.uk. We already have all our food vendors, ice cream and face painting booked. There will be limited on-site parking on the day. Please try and walk or use public transport to get to the event.
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 11am-4pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Week commencing 5th August
Monday 5th
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Making Suncatchers @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm – Join our Colleagues in your local store to decorate your own Suncatcher.
On the day you will have a choice to decorate one of four different suncatchers that you will be able to take home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Fairies and Elves @ Nene Park – 1pm and 1.30pm – £2 per child – Enter the magical world of the fairies and elves of Ferry Meadows. Come along to spot the signs that they have been in the park, make some magical woodland potions and build some amazing homes for them. – Book here
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure
Tuesday 6th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Pond Dipping @ Nene Park – 12pm (Drop-in event, no booking needed) – FREE – Learn what calls Ferry Meadows home! Suitable for children aged 5yrs+
Wednesday 7th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Making Suncatchers @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm – Join our Colleagues in your local store to decorate your own Suncatcher.
On the day you will have a choice to decorate one of four different suncatchers that you will be able to take home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Planet Earth Workshops @ Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire – 11am-1pm and 1.30pm – 3.30pm – Usual admission charges apply plus £2 per child – Welcome to the Goldilocks zone. Join in the Planet Earth workshops to challenge how you feel about and see the world in which we live.
Spend the rest of the day testing Newton’s theories in our Science Centre and follow our Space Race Trail around the site.
Garden Detectives @Belton House, Grantham – 11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus Adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton’s gardens with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Wild Wednesday @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Addmission applies – Get involved with hands-on activities for all ages including pond-dipping in the moats, counting butterflies in the long grass or graffiti hunting around the garden lodge. Activities vary from week to week, check out the website for more details.
Wild Wednesday @ Nene Park – 10am – £1 Each – Drop in, no booking needed – Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wildcrafts.
Thursday 8th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
The fun of the fair @ Central Library – 11am-1pm – £2 per child – Learn about Peterborough’s Bridge Fair and create your own fairground ride to take home!
Games Morning @ Allama Iqbal Centre, 157 Cromwell Road, – 10am-12pm – Just turn up. Bring any games or packs of cards.
Come in to the warm and welcoming surroundings of our community café, meet and make friends, and relax…
Sounds Right Phonics – Starting School Workshop @ Nene Valley Community Centre – 1.30pm-2.15pm -Is your child starting school in September? Want to give them a boost with their phonics before they get there? These sessions work through the first six sounds that the children will learn at school using listening games and sound blending activities. We also support gross and fine motor skill development ready for handwriting. All of this is done through our usual high energy, fun games so that learning is enjoyable. – More Info
Meeting Magical Mammals and Marvelous Minibeasts @ Nene Park – 10am – £2 per child – Join a ranger for a short walk discovering the small mammals that live in the park and then see what minibeasts also make their home here. We will hopefully get to see Voles, Mice and Shrews as well as talk about their habitat, diet and identifying features and find the teeny tiny creatures that hide and make their homes around the Park. – Book Here
Youth RYA Sailing Stage 3 & 4 @ Nene Park – 10am-4pm – £155 -This two-day course on consecutive days is the next step after the RYA youth stage two. The course puts all your knowledge that you have learned so far to the test to have a better understanding of the five essentials and improve your sailing. Stage 3 is the minimum benchmark sailing skills and knowledge we ask for when hiring our sailing boats. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids, are provided. – Book here
Family House Tour @ Belton House, Grantham –11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton House with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Friday 9th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Making Suncatchers @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm – Join our Colleagues in your local store to decorate your own Suncatcher.
On the day you will have a choice to decorate one of four different suncatchers that you will be able to take home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
How to make Salt Dough Part 2 @ The Enchanted Plaza, Unit12B Yaxley Shopping Centre – 10am-11.30am – £8.50 – How would your children like to learn how to make Salt Dough then create any shapes, figures or decorations to hang.
This is a 2 part Workshop to allow your child’s creation dry so they can come back and decorate.
So when your child comes I will teach them what ingredients they need and I will bring a selection of cutting shapes and tools for them to work with. – Book here
Friday 50 Things Challenges @ Belton House, Grantham – 11am-4pm – Usual admission charges – Join the play team in Belton’s outdoor adventure playground as they challenge families to complete a different #50things activity every Friday during the school holidays.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Kids Tree Climbing @ Nene Park – 10am-2.30pm (every 30 minutes) £2 per child – Children can come and have a go at tree climbing in a rope and harness. Full Instructions are given by our Rangers and all safety equipment is provided. – Book here
Out of this world Storytelling @ John Clare Theatre, Central Library – 11am – £3 per person – Join us for a trio of Out Of This World stories performed by storyteller John Kirk. In Jonathan Emmett’s ‘Bringing Down the Moon’ Mole tries to catch the moon but find’s out it’s not as near as it looks…
When Stanley’s mum goes away in Simon James’ ‘The Boy from Mars’ a Martian visits Stanley’s family. Dom Conlon recreates the story behind the nursery rhyme in ‘Why the Cow Jumped over the Moon’ – Book here
Green Meadows Festival 2019 @ Elton Hall – 12pm-midnight – An intimate friendly award winning festival with bands and DJs across 4 stages and award-winning free kids activities. First wave acts include Dub Pistols, Darren Emerson, Dreadzone, Elvana, Utah Saints and Shades of Rhythm plus many more to be announced! Come and be a member of the Green Meadows family! See you in The Meadows!- More information
Saturday 10th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Slime Saturdays @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1.15pm -Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to make your very own textured slime.On the day, you’ll be making your own batch of slime – choosing from a range of colours and textures! Please make sure you bring a container sot that you are able to take your slime home with you.
These workshops will run up to 30 minutes depending on how many children attend the workshop. This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each workshop. Please click here to book.
Warning: This workshop involves the use of paint – please wear appropriate clothing. This workshop may also involve using small items, which may present a choking hazard.
Before you join us on the day, we wanted to make you aware of some important information as the slime making workshops will be using ingredients that may cause skin sensitivity or reaction:
– PVA Glue
– Elmer’s Magical Liquid Slime Activator
Note: This workshop is suitable for ages 4+. All children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult at all times on a maximum ratio of 1 adult to 2 children (no booking required for adult supervision).
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Whoooo’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf @ Harvest Barn – 2pm-3pm – The Big Bad Wolf is really not all that bad, he’s just misunderstood. This delightful insight into his life, performed by a versatile cast, will enchant children of all ages, encouraging them to use their imaginations – and voices!
Whooooo’s Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf? premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2008, and has since toured extensively in schools, community centres and theatres. Tickets are £5 pp in store or book online at trybooking.com (£1 admin charge applies online). Suitable for 2yrs +
Ramsey Medieval Weekend @ Abbey College Grounds –10am-4pm – On the weekend of 10/11 August Ramsey invites everyone to a free Medieval Weekend. See and touch the archaeological finds from the recent excavations and experience a real dig with RACP and Oxford Archaeology East. Look at the extensive geophysical surveys and see where you think the ancient Abbey may have stood!
Enjoy a festival of crafts, skills and war mongering with medieval reenactors. Expect swords, artisan crafts, knights, damsels and demonstrations from the Norfolk and Norwich Medieval Association. All are welcome and there’s fun for the whole family.
Cheetah Day @ Hamerton Zoo –10am-5.30pm – Usual Admission applies -*Fundraising Stalls!
*Cheetah Talks!
*Cheetahs Feeds!
Learn all about our cheetahs here at Hamerton and in the wild! Meet some of our cheetahs and get the chance to feed them! All funds raised go to cheetah conservation!
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Roller Skating @ Werrington Leisure Centre – 5pm-8pm – Single ticket £4, Family Ticket (4) £11, Skate hire £2, Spectators £1.50- Our rollers skating sessions have the latest music, state of the art lighting and sound systems, plus our DJ taking your special requests. Children skating must be at least 4 years old and under 8’s to be supervised by a paying adult. Skate hire is available in sizes Junior 8 to Adult 12.
Balloon Modelling and Magic Show @ The Enchanted Plaza, Unit12B, Yaxley Shopping Centre – 11.30am-1pm and 1.30-3pm – £10per child -We are excited to announce we will be having a Balloon Modelling and Magic show. Children will go home with their chosen Balloons. More Info
Green Meadows Festival 2019 @ Elton Hall – 12pm-midnight – An intimate friendly award winning festival with bands and DJs across 4 stages and award-winning free kids activities. First wave acts include Dub Pistols, Darren Emerson, Dreadzone, Elvana, Utah Saints and Shades of Rhythm plus many more to be announced! Come and be a member of the Green Meadows family! See you in The Meadows!- More information
Willow Weaving: Basket Making @ Sacrewell Farm –10am-4.30pm – A basket it so versatile, serving as a fruit bowl, bread basket, table centrepiece and plant holder, to name just a few uses. Our experienced tutor from Nene Coppicing and Crafts will take you through the basic principles of the ancient craft of willow weaving. You’ll produce a useful, shallow, two-handled basket.
Our Willow Weaving: Basket Making workshop will run from 10:00 till 16:30 on Saturday 10th August. There are just 6 spaces available on this small group course, which costs £70 per person.
What’s included?
– materials and tools to create your own willow basket
– instruction in techniques for weaving sides and making borders
– tea or coffee
– admission to Sacrewell for the day for the ticket holder
This workshop is suitable for anyone aged 16 or above. Under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult. – Book here
Knights and Princess @ Longthorpe Tower –10am-5pm -Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free -Ever wondered what it was like to be a knight in shining armour or a fine medieval lady in her gown? Now’s your chance to find out with our family living history event.
The line up –
11am & 2:30pm – Dressing of the lady demonstrations and ‘have a go’ medieval dancing.
12pm & 3:30pm – Arming of the knight demonstrations and ‘have a go’ soldiers drill.
1:30pm – Medieval dining demonstrations.
Thomas Summer Holiday Weekend @ Nene Valley Railway – 9.30am-4pm – Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Pack your sunglasses, bucket and spade and join Thomas on the Nene Valley Railway’s Riviera for Thomas’ Summer Holiday! Enjoy a summer holiday without leaving Peterborough. You can ride behind the star of the show Thomas, who will be pulling his very own special Holiday train through his own channel tunnel. More Info
Free Let’s Fish! Peterborough – Learn to Fish Sessions @ Hampton Lakes – 10am-4.30pm – Get off the tablet and on to the towpath Whether you have fished before or have always wanted to try, as part of the Nenescape project http://nenescape.org/about why not come and learn to fish from our team of professional, fully qualified angling coaches. (All the bait and equipment is provided, so all you need to do is book in and turn up on the day.) – More info
Minevention @ The Cresset – 9am-6pm – MineVention is back for its fourth year at The Cresset, this time with something for all the gamers in the family!
If you’ve ever wanted to meet some of your favourite Minecraft YouTubers or take part in Minecraft Tournaments and Build Battle Competitions, then this event is for you. As always, our main stage will be packed with fun content including our Costume Contest, YouTuber Q&A panels and the ever-popular Minecraft Quiz. This year we will also have a retro PC gaming area, something that older gamers will love too! – More info
Sunday 11th
Green Meadows Festival 2019 @ Elton Hall – 12pm-midnight – An intimate friendly award winning festival with bands and DJs across 4 stages and award-winning free kids activities. First wave acts include Dub Pistols, Darren Emerson, Dreadzone, Elvana, Utah Saints and Shades of Rhythm plus many more to be announced! Come and be a member of the Green Meadows family! See you in The Meadows!- More information
Charming @ Harvest Barn – 2pm-3pm – Prince Charming needs a wife, but who to choose? Cinderella, Snow White, Rapunzel or Sleeping Beauty? And what’ll the girls do when they realise he’s promised himself to all of them? A play full of songs, surprises and silliness! Tickets are £5 pp in store or book online at trybooking.com (£1 admin charge applies online). Suitable for 2yrs+
Ramsey Medieval Weekend @ Abbey College Grounds –10am-4pm – On the weekend of 10/11 August Ramsey invites everyone to a free Medieval Weekend. See and touch the archaeological finds from the recent excavations and experience a real dig with RACP and Oxford Archaeology East. Look at the extensive geophysical surveys and see where you think the ancient Abbey may have stood!
Enjoy a festival of crafts, skills and war mongering with medieval reenactors. Expect swords, artisan crafts, knights, damsels and demonstrations from the Norfolk and Norwich Medieval Association. All are welcome and there’s fun for the whole family.
Welcome to the jungle @ PE1 Retail Park – 10am-4pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Thomas Summer Holiday Weekend @ Nene Valley Railway – 9.30am-4pm – Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Pack your sunglasses, bucket and spade and join Thomas on the Nene Valley Railway’s Riviera for Thomas’ Summer Holiday! Enjoy a summer holiday without leaving Peterborough. You can ride behind the star of the show Thomas, who will be pulling his very own special Holiday train through his own channel tunnel. More Info
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Week commencing 12th August
Monday 12th
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Aztec Antics @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Youth RYA Sailing Stage 1 @ Nene Park – 10am-4pm – £155 – This two-day course covers basic sailing skills, rope work and collision avoidance. After the course participants will be able to tack and control boat speed and understand basic principles. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids, are provided. – Book here
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Paint your own ceramics @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm Join our colleagues in your local store and paint your very own ceramic.
On the day, you’ll be painting one ceramic from a choice of four different ceramics. You will then be able to take your unique character home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Tuesday 13th
Aztec Antics @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Pond Dipping @ Nene Park – 12pm (Drop-in event, no booking needed) – FREE – Learn what calls Ferry Meadows home! Suitable for children aged 5yrs+
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Shire Horse Carriage Rides 2019 @ Wimpole Estate, – 10.30-11.15 – Experience the luxury of a private carriage ride pulled by a magnificent Shire horse through the Wimpole Estate with a dedicated groom and driver. The carriage can accommodate a maximum number of four people and costs £80 for a 45 minute carriage ride. – Book here
Little Squigglers, Disney, Safari @ Safari Play, Bretton, PE3 8SB – *** ADVANCE booking ***10am: Under 8s – 11am: Under 4s *Younger siblings attend the session suitable for the eldest child – Book a single session for £6.50, Book 3 weeks of sessions for £18 (30th July, 13th August, 27th August) – Explore. Create. Enjoy. Each session at Little Squigglers Peterborough children are immersed in activities based around a familiar theme and often linked with stories and rhymes.
This week is all about Disney! Explore: 5 messy, sensory play activities, Create: 3 Arts and Crafts, and Enjoy! Parents/carers work alongside their child exploring lots of messy things like goo, gloop and gunge creating fantastic works of art and, most importantly, enjoying being creative together.
Fly into space with bubbleprint planets and glittery rockets or take a journey to the farm with tractor wheel prints and feathered hens! What happens when you push your hand really hard into gloop? Will the red sparkly water pass through the sieve? At Little Squigglers Peterborough the possibilities for exploration are many and varied! And at the end of the session we do the cleaning up so you don’t have to! Sessions will take place in the activity room at Safari Adventure play Peterborough, Little Squigglers customers can stay to play at a reduced price after their session… – Book here
Wednesday 14th
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Space Race Rocket Workshops @ Woolthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire – 11am-1pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm – Usual Admission Charges apply plus £2 per child – Join in the Space Race and design, build and test rockets of different types. Test which one works best; standard paper rockets, water rockets or film cannister rockets? Which are your favourite?
Spend the rest of the day testing Newton’s theories in our Science Centre and follow our Space Race Trail around the site.
Paint your own ceramics @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm Join our colleagues in your local store and paint your very own ceramic.
On the day, you’ll be painting one ceramic from a choice of four different ceramics. You will then be able to take your unique character home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Shire Horse Carriage Rides 2019 @ Wimpole Estate, – 10.30-11.15 – Experience the luxury of a private carriage ride pulled by a magnificent Shire horse through the Wimpole Estate with a dedicated groom and driver. The carriage can accommodate a maximum number of four people and costs £80 for a 45 minute carriage ride. – Book here
Aztec Antics @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Garden Detectives @Belton House, Grantham – 11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus Adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton’s gardens with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Wild Wednesday @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Addmission applies – Get involved with hands-on activities for all ages including pond-dipping in the moats, counting butterflies in the long grass or graffiti hunting around the garden lodge. Activities vary from week to week, check out the website for more details.
Wild Wednesday @ Nene Park – 10am – £1 Each – Drop in, no booking needed – Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wildcrafts.
Youth RYA Sailing Stage 2 @ Nene Park – 10am-4pm – £155 – This 2 day course covers launching and recovery, steering, parts of the boat and basic sailing. After the course participants will be able to steer and understand basic principles. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids are provided. – Book here
Thursday 15th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Family House Tour @ Belton House, Grantham –11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton House with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Aztec Antics @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sounds Right Phonics – Starting School Workshop @ Nene Valley Community Centre – 1.30pm-2.15pm -Is your child starting school in September? Want to give them a boost with their phonics before they get there? These sessions work through the first six sounds that the children will learn at school using listening games and sound blending activities. We also support gross and fine motor skill development ready for handwriting. All of this is done through our usual high energy, fun games so that learning is enjoyable. – More Info
Games Morning @ Allama Iqbal Centre, 157 Cromwell Road, – 10am-12pm – Just turn up. Bring any games or packs of cards.
Come in to the warm and welcoming surroundings of our community café, meet and make friends, and relax…
Friday 16th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Paint your own ceramics @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm Join our colleagues in your local store and paint your very own ceramic.
On the day, you’ll be painting one ceramic from a choice of four different ceramics. You will then be able to take your unique character home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
We’re going on a bear hunt @ Nene Park – 10.30am and 1.30pm – £5.50 each – Bring your own teddy bear and join us on a bear hunt. There will be a craft session, followed by storytime and then a walk around Ferry Meadows to find Barney the Bear – Book here
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Aztec Antics @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Friday 50 Things Challenges @ Belton House, Grantham – 11am-4pm – Usual admission charges – Join the play team in Belton’s outdoor adventure playground as they challenge families to complete a different #50things activity every Friday during the school holidays.
Saturday 17th
Aztec Antics @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Charming! @ Harvest Barn – 2pm-3pm – Prince Charming needs a wife, but who to choose? Cinderella, Snow White, Rapunzel or Sleeping Beauty? And what’ll the girls do when they realise he’s promised himself to all of them? A play full of songs, surprises and silliness! Tickets are £5 pp in store or book online at trybooking.com (£1 admin charge applies onljne). Suitable for 2yrs +
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Roller Skating @ Werrington Leisure Centre – 5pm-8pm – Single ticket £4, Family Ticket (4) £11, Skate hire £2, Spectators £1.50- Our rollers skating sessions have the latest music, state of the art lighting and sound systems, plus our DJ taking your special requests. Children skating must be at least 4 years old and under 8’s to be supervised by a paying adult. Skate hire is available in sizes Junior 8 to Adult 12.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Treasure Island Open-air Theatre @ Flag Fen – 6.30pm (Gates open at 5.30pm) – Adults £16, Children £11, Family £46, -Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for this brand-new adaptation of everyone’s favourite swashbuckling pirate adventure: Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. When he stumbles across a coveted treasure map, young Jim Hawkins finds himself on an epic adventure in the hope of finding Treasure Island. But not everyone is to be trusted, and a dark secret is lurking on board the ship… Don’t miss this much-loved story (adapted for stage by writer Laura Turner) in the atmospheric surroundings of Flag Fen Archaeology Park.
Adventurers of all ages are invited to join the pirate crew Hispaniola in costume for an interval pirate parade of song, dance and shivering timbers!
Refreshments will be available to purchase on site. Picnics welcome. Please bring your own rugs or low-backed seating. The duration of the show is approximately 1 hour 50 minutes, including interval. Ticket prices are non-refundable. We continue in all but the worst weather, in which case we will endeavour to re-schedule. – Book Here
Slime Saturdays @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1.15pm -Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to make your very own textured slime.On the day, you’ll be making your own batch of slime – choosing from a range of colours and textures! Please make sure you bring a container sot that you are able to take your slime home with you.
These workshops will run up to 30 minutes depending on how many children attend the workshop. This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each workshop. Please click here to book.
Warning: This workshop involves the use of paint – please wear appropriate clothing. This workshop may also involve using small items, which may present a choking hazard.
Before you join us on the day, we wanted to make you aware of some important information as the slime making workshops will be using ingredients that may cause skin sensitivity or reaction:
– PVA Glue
– Elmer’s Magical Liquid Slime Activator
Note: This workshop is suitable for ages 4+. All children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult at all times on a maximum ratio of 1 adult to 2 children (no booking required for adult supervision).
Black Mambas FUN DAY @ Stanground Community Centre – 10.30-4.30 -lots of stalls, entertainment, food, a bar for 18+ (Adults only) and more! FREE ENTRY and FREE PARKING! We hope that you can all attend? Fenland Animal Rescue will also be attending the Fun Day too! We hope that you can come along and enjoy the festivities with the Team!
Sunday
Spider-man:Far From Home @ The Key Theatre – 11am and 2pm showings – £3 per ticket – Peter Parker’s European vacation is halted when he agrees to help Nick Fury uncover the mystery of elemental creature attacks. – book here
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Aztec Antics @ PE1 Retail Park – 10am-4pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Week commencing 19th August
Monday 19th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Make your own windchime @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm -Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to make your very own windchime.
On the day, you’ll be making your own windchime using a selection of kids’ components. You will then be able to take your windchime home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Walk like an Egyptian @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Youth Windsurfing Course Stage 1&2 (2day course) @ Nene Park – 10am-4pm – £155- This 2 day (consecutive days) intensive course teaches participants the basics of windsurfing, including the key techniques and skills you need for success in this watersport. After the course participants will be able to sail to a chosen point on the water and return to where you started in light winds. – Book here
Tuesday 20th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Walk like an Egyptian @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Pond Dipping @ Nene Park – 12pm (Drop-in event, no booking needed) – FREE – Learn what calls Ferry Meadows home! Suitable for children aged 5yrs+
Wednesday 21st
Garden Detectives @Belton House, Grantham – 11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus Adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton’s gardens with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Make your own windchime @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm -Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to make your very own windchime.
On the day, you’ll be making your own windchime using a selection of kids’ components. You will then be able to take your windchime home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Walk like an Egyptian @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Planet Earth Workshops @ Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire – 11am-1pm and 1.30pm – 3.30pm – Usual admission charges apply plus £2 per child – Welcome to the Goldilocks zone. Join in the Planet Earth workshops to challenge how you feel about and see the world in which we live.
Spend the rest of the day testing Newton’s theories in our Science Centre and follow our Space Race Trail around the site.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Wild Wednesday @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Addmission applies – Get involved with hands-on activities for all ages including pond-dipping in the moats, counting butterflies in the long grass or graffiti hunting around the garden lodge. Activities vary from week to week, check out the website for more details.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Wild Wednesday @ Nene Park – 10am – £1 Each – Drop in, no booking needed – Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wildcrafts.
The Teddy Express @ Nene Valley Railway – Trains start from 10am – Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 –
- Travel on the Steam hauled “Teddy Express”
- All Children who are accompanied by a Teddy Bear travel for half price (aged 10 and under), accompanied by a full fare paying adult
- Travel in our special Teddy decorated carriages
- Bouncy castle (subject to availability)
- Children’s merry-go-round (subject to availability)
- Teddy raffle
- Tombola, Games and Family fun
- Teddy Quiz
- Wansford Café open for all those Bear Essential Meals, Snacks and Ice Creams, Special Teddy Express children’s picnic boxes available
- Riverside Picnic area for those Teddy Bear Picnics – Book here
Thursday 22nd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Shire Horse Carriage Rides 2019 @ Wimpole Estate, – 10.30-11.15 – Experience the luxury of a private carriage ride pulled by a magnificent Shire horse through the Wimpole Estate with a dedicated groom and driver. The carriage can accommodate a maximum number of four people and costs £80 for a 45 minute carriage ride. – Book here
Walk like an Egyptian @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
The Teddy Express @ Nene Valley Railway – Trains start from 10am – Adult £16, Child £8, Family £40 –
- Travel on the Steam hauled “Teddy Express”
- All Children who are accompanied by a Teddy Bear travel for half price (aged 10 and under), accompanied by a full fare paying adult
- Travel in our special Teddy decorated carriages
- Bouncy castle (subject to availability)
- Children’s merry-go-round (subject to availability)
- Teddy raffle
- Tombola, Games and Family fun
- Teddy Quiz
- Wansford Café open for all those Bear Essential Meals, Snacks and Ice Creams, Special Teddy Express children’s picnic boxes available
- Riverside Picnic area for those Teddy Bear Picnics – Book here
Sounds Right Phonics – Starting School Workshop @ Nene Valley Community Centre – 1.30pm-2.15pm -Is your child starting school in September? Want to give them a boost with their phonics before they get there? These sessions work through the first six sounds that the children will learn at school using listening games and sound blending activities. We also support gross and fine motor skill development ready for handwriting. All of this is done through our usual high energy, fun games so that learning is enjoyable. – More Info
Games Morning @ Allama Iqbal Centre, 157 Cromwell Road, – 10am-12pm – Just turn up. Bring any games or packs of cards.
Come in to the warm and welcoming surroundings of our community café, meet and make friends, and relax…
Friday 23rd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Make your own windchime @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm -Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to make your very own windchime.
On the day, you’ll be making your own windchime using a selection of kids’ components. You will then be able to take your windchime home with you.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Friday 50 Things Challenges @ Belton House, Grantham – 11am-4pm – Usual admission charges – Join the play team in Belton’s outdoor adventure playground as they challenge families to complete a different #50things activity every Friday during the school holidays.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Walk like an Egyptian @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Alice in Wonderland Garden Party @ Peckover House and Gardens – 1pm-4pm –
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Adult£18.00Non National Trust member
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Adult£10.00National Trust member
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Child£6.00National Trust member
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Child£12.00Non National Trust member
We are holding a Mad Hatters Tea Party to celebrate the world of books!
There will be games to play including flamingo croquet and a mad hatters hat toss, before settling down for our tea party to enjoy wonderland themed food.
We invite you to create a mad hat for the event, with the best hat winning a prize. – Call 01945 583463 to book
Saturday 24th
Roller Skating @ Werrington Leisure Centre – 5pm-8pm – Single ticket £4, Family Ticket (4) £11, Skate hire £2, Spectators £1.50- Our rollers skating sessions have the latest music, state of the art lighting and sound systems, plus our DJ taking your special requests. Children skating must be at least 4 years old and under 8’s to be supervised by a paying adult. Skate hire is available in sizes Junior 8 to Adult 12.
Slime Saturdays @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1.15pm -Join our colleagues in your local store as they show you how to make your very own textured slime.On the day, you’ll be making your own batch of slime – choosing from a range of colours and textures! Please make sure you bring a container sot that you are able to take your slime home with you.
These workshops will run up to 30 minutes depending on how many children attend the workshop. This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each workshop. Please click here to book.
Warning: This workshop involves the use of paint – please wear appropriate clothing. This workshop may also involve using small items, which may present a choking hazard.
Before you join us on the day, we wanted to make you aware of some important information as the slime making workshops will be using ingredients that may cause skin sensitivity or reaction:
– PVA Glue
– Elmer’s Magical Liquid Slime Activator
Note: This workshop is suitable for ages 4+. All children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult at all times on a maximum ratio of 1 adult to 2 children (no booking required for adult supervision).
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Walk like an Egyptian @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Primate Day @ Hamerton Zoo –10am-5.30pm – Usual Admission applies -*Fundraising stalls!
*Primate Talks!
*Competitions!
Learn all about our primates here at the zoo and how you can help them in the wild! All funds raised will go to helping Gibbons in the wild!
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Bushcraft – Shelter Building @ Nene Park – 10.30am and1.30pm – £5.50 per child – Come along to find out how to build your own wild shelter and have a go at creating your own one. Suitable for children over 7yrs old only. Children must be accompanied by an adult. maximum of 2 children per adult – Book here
Superhero Weekend @ Rutland Farm Park, Oakham, LE156JD – 10am-5pm – Dress up as your favourite superhero, make your own superhero mask and find the hidden super hero’s around the farm – Normal admission applies
Roaring Romans @ Flag Fen – 10am-5pm – Adults £8, Children £5, Families £20, Under 5’s free – Discover what life was like 2,000 years ago, when Britain was ruled by the Roman Empire. Meet soldiers, explore Roman religion and food – then sign the kids up to join the Roman army! Dig up real Roman artefacts in our dig tent – plus with themed crafts and trails, there’s something for all the family.
August Bank Holiday Branch Line Weekend @ Nene Valley Railway – Adults £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Take a Steam hauled trip along the NVR
Change trains at Wansford, Overton and Orton Mere for a trip in our Swedish Railcar
Please note that wheelchair access to the Railcar is restricted – More info
Sunday 25th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
The Lion King (2019) @ The Key Theatre – 11am-1pm – £4 per ticket – Simba idolises his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny on the plains of Africa. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother, and former heir to the throne, has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is soon ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. Now, with help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba must figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his. book here
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Walk like an Egyptian @ PE1 Retail Park – 10am-4pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Family and Friends Volunteering @ Nene Park – 10am and 1pm – FREE inc parking – Children, couples, grandparents, friends – everybody welcome. All tools and training provided. You just need to bring along lots of enthusiasm.
Superhero Weekend @ Rutland Farm Park, Oakham, LE156JD – 10am-5pm – Dress up as your favourite superhero, make your own superhero mask and find the hidden super hero’s around the farm – Normal admission applies
August Bank Holiday Branch Line Weekend @ Nene Valley Railway – Adults £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Take a Steam hauled trip along the NVR
Change trains at Wansford, Overton and Orton Mere for a trip in our Swedish Railcar
Please note that wheelchair access to the Railcar is restricted – More info
Week commencing 26th August to the 3rd Sept
Monday 26th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Jurassic Park @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Shire Horse Carriage Rides 2019 @ Wimpole Estate, – 10.30-11.15 – Experience the luxury of a private carriage ride pulled by a magnificent Shire horse through the Wimpole Estate with a dedicated groom and driver. The carriage can accommodate a maximum number of four people and costs £80 for a 45 minute carriage ride. – Book here
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Decorate Farm Shapes @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm -Join our colleagues in your local store to decorate your very own foam shape animal.
On the day, you’ll get to decorate two foam shapes using a selection of kids’ components. You will get to choose from a range of different animals to bring to life.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Superhero Weekend @ Rutland Farm Park, Oakham, LE156JD – 10am-5pm – Dress up as your favourite superhero, make your own superhero mask and find the hidden super hero’s around the farm – Normal admission applies
August Bank Holiday Branch Line Weekend @ Nene Valley Railway – Adults £16, Child £8, Family £40 – Take a Steam hauled trip along the NVR
Change trains at Wansford, Overton and Orton Mere for a trip in our Swedish Railcar
Please note that wheelchair access to the Railcar is restricted – More info
Tuesday 27th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Parent & Child, Day out In the Woods @ Burghley House –9.30am-4pm – Parent & 1chil £50, Parent & 2 Children £70 – A chance for parents and children to make fire, use sharp edged tools, canoe and wild swim! Learn basic Bushcraft skills in a safe and fun environment.
Bring your own packed lunch, tea and coffee all day for parents. Drinking water available – more information
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Jurassic Park @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Pond Dipping @ Nene Park – 12pm (Drop-in event, no booking needed) – FREE – Learn what calls Ferry Meadows home! Suitable for children aged 5yrs+
Little Squigglers, Disney, Safari @ Safari Play, Bretton, PE3 8SB – *** ADVANCE booking ***10am: Under 8s – 11am: Under 4s *Younger siblings attend the session suitable for the eldest child – Book a single session for £6.50, Book 3 weeks of sessions for £18 (30th July, 13th August, 27th August) – Explore. Create. Enjoy. Each session at Little Squigglers Peterborough children are immersed in activities based around a familiar theme and often linked with stories and rhymes.
Explore: 5 messy, sensory play activities, Create: 3 Arts and Crafts, and Enjoy! Parents/carers work alongside their child exploring lots of messy things like goo, gloop and gunge creating fantastic works of art and, most importantly, enjoying being creative together.
Fly into space with bubbleprint planets and glittery rockets or take a journey to the farm with tractor wheel prints and feathered hens! What happens when you push your hand really hard into gloop? Will the red sparkly water pass through the sieve? At Little Squigglers Peterborough the possibilities for exploration are many and varied! And at the end of the session, we do the cleaning up so you don’t have to! Sessions will take place in the activity room at Safari Adventure play Peterborough, Little Squigglers customers can stay to play at a reduced price after their session… – Book here
Wednesday 28th
Space Race Rocket Workshops @ Woolthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire – 11am-1pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm – Usual Admission Charges apply plus £2 per child – Join in the Space Race and design, build and test rockets of different types. Test which one works best; standard paper rockets, water rockets or film cannister rockets? Which are your favourite?
Spend the rest of the day testing Newton’s theories in our Science Centre and follow our Space Race Trail around the site.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Decorate Farm Shapes @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm -Join our colleagues in your local store to decorate your very own foam shape animal.
On the day, you’ll get to decorate two foam shapes using a selection of kids’ components. You will get to choose from a range of different animals to bring to life.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Garden Detectives @Belton House, Grantham – 11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus Adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton’s gardens with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Jurassic Park @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Wild Wednesday @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Addmission applies – Get involved with hands-on activities for all ages including pond-dipping in the moats, counting butterflies in the long grass or graffiti hunting around the garden lodge. Activities vary from week to week, check out the website for more details.
Shire Horse Carriage Rides 2019 @ Wimpole Estate, – 10.30-11.15 – Experience the luxury of a private carriage ride pulled by a magnificent Shire horse through the Wimpole Estate with a dedicated groom and driver. The carriage can accommodate a maximum number of four people and costs £80 for a 45 minute carriage ride. – Book here
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Space Chase @Peterborough Museum –10am-3pm – Adults £4, Children £3, Families £12, under 5’s free – A fun way to get involved with this Summer’s Reading Challenge.
Enjoy space themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the holidays. Inspired by the 50thanniversary of the moon landings, explore a different aspect of space facts (or fiction!) each week – from meteorites to Martians.
Wild Wednesday @ Nene Park – 10am – £1 Each – Drop in, no booking needed – Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wildcrafts.
Thursday 29th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Jurassic Park @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Family House Tour @ Belton House, Grantham –11am-12pm – Usual admission charges apply plus adults £3, Children £3 – Discover the untold stories of Belton House with our interactive tour. It’s been specially designed for families with children aged 5 years and over in mind. There are limited tickets available, so pre-booking is essential. – Book here
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Games Morning @ Allama Iqbal Centre, 157 Cromwell Road, – 10am-12pm – Just turn up. Bring any games or packs of cards.
Come in to the warm and welcoming surroundings of our community café, meet and make friends, and relax…
Friday 30th
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Decorate Farm Shapes @ Hobbycraft Peterborough – 10.30am-1pm -Join our colleagues in your local store to decorate your very own foam shape animal.
On the day, you’ll get to decorate two foam shapes using a selection of kids’ components. You will get to choose from a range of different animals to bring to life.
This workshop is free but does require booking. Should you no longer be able to attend, please cancel your booking on eventbrite as there are only limited spaces available for each event. Please click here to book.
Kids Tree Climbing @ Nene Park – 10am-2.30pm (every 30 minutes) £2 per child – Children can come and have a go at tree climbing in a rope and harness. Full Instructions are given by our Rangers and all safety equipment is provided. – Book here
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Jurassic Park @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Friday 50 Things Challenges @ Belton House, Grantham – 11am-4pm – Usual admission charges – Join the play team in Belton’s outdoor adventure playground as they challenge families to complete a different #50things activity every Friday during the school holidays.
Saturday 31st
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Whoooo’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf @ Harvest Barn – 2pm-3pm – The Big Bad Wolf is really not all that bad, he’s just misunderstood. This delightful insight into his life, performed by a versatile cast, will enchant children of all ages, encouraging them to use their imaginations – and voices!
Whooooo’s Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf? premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2008, and has since toured extensively in schools, community centres and theatres. Tickets are £5 pp in store or book online at trybooking.com (£1 admin charge applies online). Suitable for 2yrs +
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Jurassic Park @ PE1 Retail Park – 9.30am-5pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Summer Craft Market – Four Seasons @ Serpentine Green – 10am-4pm – Welcome to our Four Seasons Craft Fair Events, at Serpentine Green Shopping Centre. Come along and see what local small businesses have for sale. With the majority of stalls selling handmade items, there will something for everyone. Many returning stall holders and some new ones will be displaying their creations.
Following on from 2018, this market will be permanently outside, this mean loads more stalls to see! We plan for 30+ stalls to attend, with a great range of different goods.
Handmade food and drink will be available on the day, with a good range of options. Everything from treats to presents for family and friends. Even items for your pets! Trading is from 10-4 and free entry for the public. Plenty of free parking all day. Animal friendly.
Roller Skating @ Werrington Leisure Centre – 5pm-8pm – Single ticket £4, Family Ticket (4) £11, Skate hire £2, Spectators £1.50- Our rollers skating sessions have the latest music, state of the art lighting and sound systems, plus our DJ taking your special requests. Children skating must be at least 4 years old and under 8’s to be supervised by a paying adult. Skate hire is available in sizes Junior 8 to Adult 12.
Flying Aces @ Nene Park – 10am – Peterborough Model Flying Club (PMFC) was formed in 1938 and is one of the oldest and most successful model flying clubs in the country with a history of innovating new and successful control line and free flight events. PMFC is a multi discipline club with flying sites for free flight, control line and radio control (although we are not a predominantly radio club).
Members of PMFC are a group of like-minded people who enjoy the challenge of building and successfully flying miniature aircraft, whether it be for fun, in low key club competitions, or in national or even international events. Above all we fly for enjoyment in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and our members are all more than happy to offer the benefit of their experience and knowledge to others, whether a beginner or a seasoned old campaigner – you never stop learning with aeromodelling!
The Flying aces competition will bring enthusiasts to Ferry Meadows from afar. Why not go along and see the experts at their best.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Bohemian Rhapsody Outdoor Cinema @ Oakham Castle, LE156DR – 6.30pm – 11.30pm – More info
Sunday 1st September
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Inflatable Fun Park @ Bretton Water Park – 11am-4pm- £10 Full day (pre-bookable online) £2.50 15 minutes (book on the day) -Splash and play with our inflatable obstacle course. Whether you’re a family, a corporate or just looking to have some fun with friends, our inflatable fun park is for everyone. Suitable for 1m and above. Please note you will be measured on arrival and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Jurassic Park @ PE1 Retail Park – 10am-4pm – £2.50 all day wristband, £10 summer long wristband. – With plenty of twists and turns, visitors to PE1 can navigate and explore a giant maze that will lead to a 50 ft tall helter skelter volcano! Climb to the top of this molten mountain, then slide down the flow of lava to reach the ground once more. Each week, the magnificent maze will adopt a different theme. From jungle japes to Aztec antics and Egyptian entertainment to Jurassic jaunts, there’s a reason to keep returning all summer long.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Monday 2nd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Tuesday 3rd
Holiday Trail @ Nene Park – 10am-3.30pm – £1 per child with a reward at the end – Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Sacrewell Farm – 9.30am-5pm – Usual admission prices, with additional costs to some activities – pond dipping, duck races and den building, along with some new events and activities.
Pond Dipping @ Nene Park – 12pm (Drop in event, no booking needed) – FREE – Learn what calls Ferry Meadows home! Suitable for children aged 5yrs+
Little Grey Men Children’s Trail: Bill Badger & The Pirates @ Lyveden – 11am-4pm – Usual Admission Prices plus £1 for the trail – Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ‘BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure.
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