We hope all the kids have a fantastic last day of school today! Parents, as you look for ways to keep them entertained over the next six weeks, we've got you covered. Check out these fun local activities, and if you know of any others, please share them in the comments on our Facebook post to help fellow parents! 😄
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The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
The seaside returns to Blists Hill Victorian Town in land-locked Shropshire for a second year!
Visit during the half term summer holiday to enjoy a day at the beach, complete with donkeys and a stage show with live entertainment recreating the atmosphere of the traditional Victorian seaside.
Racing League ft Dino Family Fun Zone
Wolverhampton Racecourse
1st August
Treat the family to an action-filled evening of team racing, interactive games, face painting and more at Wolverhampton Racecourse on 1st August.
Enjoy face painting, a treasure hunt, a Thigh Squat Challenge, fan cam, prize giveaways, and team meet & greets.
Theatre Severn Shrewsbury
1st – 2nd August
Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and, of course, those hilarious plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the family musical adventure of a lifetime.
Onslow Park, Shrewsbury
26th August
The annual Shrewsbury Steam Rally is one of Shropshire’s biggest steam festival of the year, with something for all the family. A fantastic two-day event held over the August Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday, within the picturesque venue of Onslow Park, just outside of Shrewsbury.
Staffordshire Wildlife Family Sessions
Bramshall Road Park, Uttoxeter
Wild Families, Bramshall Road Park, Uttoxeter - 30th JulyAiming High, Bramshall Road Park, Uttoxeter - 2nd Aug
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust helps our young explorers to discover the magic of nature through workshop sessions throughout East Staffordshire this summer.
Family Friendly Walk – Loamhole Dingle
Severn Gorge Countryside Trust, Telford
7th August
Join The Severn Gorge Countryside Trust on a family friendly walk to discover the wonders of den building in the Loamhole Dingle.
Using natural materials the group will be supported to create their own shelter in the woods. There will also be an opportunity to use some natural printing methods to create flags for your den.
The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford offers a fun, entertaining day out for all the family during the summer break.
Battlefield Road, Shrewsbury
A purpose-built climbing centre catering for all ages and abilities, Climbing Hut has a huge 8000 square ft of climbing space.
Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World
24th – 26th August
Visit Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World for a fantastic weekend of all things Dinosaur!
Saturday: is the Jurassic Park Motorpool who will be showing off their fantastic cars. Also meet the roaming dinosaurs from Raptors World.
If that’s not enough, why not stay in the evening for an outdoor screening of Jurassic Park Cinema on the 24th August (additional tickets required).
Sunday and Monday: Join the Dino Rangers and the rangers from Raptors World to meet real dinosaurs and learn about real fossils.
We hope everyone has lots of fun and enjoys the holidays!
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