The school summer holidays stretch from the middle of July to the end of August in the UK, and that time can feel like an eternity for busy parents.
Parents might struggle to find ways to entertain their children for the full six weeks, but it can be easier to entertain children than you think – and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune either.
If you’re hoping to discover some creative ways to keep your children happy this summer, here are five top ideas to get you started.
- Cadbury World
One for the chocoholics! Cadbury World is ideal for children who love chocolate and want to find out what it’s made from. Discover the history of the Cadbury factory, situated in Bournville, and how they create the sweet treats that we all love.
You can also visit their playground for a fun play time and the cafe to refuel after your factory tour.
- Aston Villa Stadium Tour
If you have children who are football fans, why not book a stadium tour at Aston Villa’s home? Experience a guided tour with a stadium expert, amazing photo opportunities, and exclusive access to Villa Park.
You can also experience the back area of the stadium from the players’ changing rooms and toilets to the press conference and media area and club trophies.
- Homemade Activities
If your budget is running low, why not try some homemade activities? You don’t need to spend a lot of money to keep your children entertained in the house.
You could raid your recycling tub and organise some junk modelling with your children, play a board game marathon, or rent a movie and curl up on blankets with a big tub of popcorn – the choice is yours! Get creative with your activities to spend time bonding as a family effortlessly.
- Sports Day
If the weather is bright and warm, you could organise a sports day complete with activities such as an egg and spoon race (with hardboiled eggs!), a relay race and a beanbag throwing competition.
If your garden isn’t big enough to hold a sports day, why not decamp to the nearest park for wide open spaces and hours of fun? You can also hunt down the best playgrounds to practice acrobats on monkey bars, or test balance.
Companies like Creative Play are responsible for some of the best playgrounds in the country, with innovative designs for outdoor play for children of all ages.
- A Trip to the Library
There is no better way to spend a day than supporting your local resources. Your local library may run events in the summer holidays for children including reading marathons, readings and much more.
Not only will this encourage your children to read more, but it will also allow them to read without it costing you a penny. Libraries can also be incredibly relaxing environments and can encourage concentration and focus.
If you want to join your local library, you can find more information on the government website to start a membership or find out more about your local library branch.
Do you have any ideas for entertaining your children during the summer holidays? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!