One Last Summer Hurrah!
The summer is almost over and your children will be going back to school very soon. With August Bank Holiday weekend fast approaching, there is still time for some summer fun. Here are some of the best events happening up and down the country throughout the long weekend.
Notting Hill Carnival
Europe’s largest street festival takes place in the West London district of Notting Hill every year, giving visitors a chance to sample a taste of the Caribbean in the streets of the capital. Children can get involved in a number of activities on the Saturday morning, where they even have their own special parade to show off their flamboyant costumes. Entry is free but you’ll need to pay for food and drink.
Beaumaris Medieval Festival
Beaumaris castle in North Wales opens its doors and prepares to take visitors back in time. Its Medieval festival gives children the chance to enter Knight school, letting them take part in squire training, archery, spear drills and even a dragon race. There also a host of traditional crafts for children to try their hand at. The highlight of the weekend has to be the re-enactment where the castle knights and archers will do battle. And you can take the whole family for less than £20.
Cowboys and Indians
Groombridge Place in Kent plays host to an exciting adventure weekend for children. Children can dress up and pretend they’re in the Wild West. Expect archery contests, drum circles, storytelling, hair braiding and even some more adventurous activities for those feeling brave. Your children are sure to love every minute of it. All you need to pay for is admission to Groombridge Place to enjoy all these great activities.
Hatchlands Park
Hatchlands Park in Surrey features a classic country house surrounded by swathes of countryside. Across the bank holiday weekend visitors can enjoy live music, pony rides and archery lessons. The house will also play host to a number of hosting Shakespearean plays throughout August. With admission costing just £4 for adults and less than £2 for kids, it is a great, low cost event for all the family.
Treefest
The National Arboreitum in the Cotswolds plays host to Treefest, an annual celebration of traditional woodcraft and woodland skills. This year is the final ever Treefest so expect it to be a big one. With wood carving, crafts and heaps of other events specifically for families, expect a fun day packed full of useful insights and fun facts about nature. Tickets are £10 for adults with up to four children accompanying them for free.