Thursday, August 25, 2011

10 free summer holiday activities for the family

Keeping the children occupied during the summer holidays needn't dent the wallet1) Malham Tarn National Nature Reserve Open Day, YorkshireA fun day out for families on Saturday 6 August, including flower walks, pond dipping, craft activities and much more ? admission is free.2) Museum of OxfordWonderland Imagined sends visitors down the rabbit hole trail to find out who Alice met. The activity runs until 3 September. Admission to the museum is free but a small charge may apply to some activities, special events and tours.3) Free theatre at The Scoop, LondonShows for all the family to see from 4 August to 4 September, including Jules Verne's Around the World in 80 Days, with puppetry, comedy and interactive fun that adults and children alike can enjoy.4) Alice Holt Forest, SurreyGet out of the house and enjoy a day walking through the beautiful oak woods, on paths from 0.5 to 2.5 miles which are even suitable for pushchairs.5) Horniman Museum, LondonA free museum with a range of exhibits from natural history to musical instruments, and also plenty of events such as pond dipping and family art fun.6) Summer Breeze on the Beach with Fireworks, Poole, DorsetEvery Thursday evening throughout August there will be a host of activities and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy, including live music, street entertainers and a spectacular firework finale on Sandbanks beach, just outside Poole.7) The Hepworth Wakefield, YorkshireA free art gallery to visit to explore art, architecture and your imagination. Drop-in sessions are on daily during August where you can come up with your own unique creations with interesting materials.8) Croquet at House of Dun, ScotlandPlay the traditional game of croquet on the lawns of this magnificent house from16-31 August and compete against your family and friends. Only �10 for six people to take part, perfect for a family or group of friends.9) Imperial War Museum, LondonDiscover what it was like back in the second world war with a major exhibition focusing on a child's perspective and recreating what everyday life was like. The whole family can enjoy this free museum as there are plenty of exhibitions to suit everybody.10) Bristol International Balloon FiestaSomething you don't see every day ? 150 multicoloured, multishaped hot air balloons taking to the skies, performing to music and fireworks, from 11 to 14 August.Family financesChildcareSummer holidaysFamilyFamily holidaysSaving moneyConsumer affairsDay tripsguardian.co.uk © Guardian News & Media Limited 2011 | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More Feeds

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