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Looking to spend some quality time with the little ones in your life? Check out our pick for the best family days out taking place in and around Surrey and Berkshire this May with our guide to what’s on…
GUILDFORD LIDO / OPEN NOW / STOKE ROAD, GUILDFORD
Fancy a dip? Splash, swim and have fun in the sun as Guildford Lido reopens epens its doors for the season ahead. Lay out some towels and get set for fun from 10.30am – 6.30pm every day. Fancy some food? Guildford’s favourite Mexican food outlet, Burrito Loco, will be back with their poolside shack, selling tasty treats.
For more information, visit www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk
MAY DAY / MAY 6 / HAM HOUSE AND GARDEN
Celebrate May Day with a magical adventure at Ham House and Garden. Discover the ancient tradition of gathering the day’s first dew drops, watch Maypole dancing demonstrations, and make a flower crow in the craft room.
For more information, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk
FAMILY FUN DAY / MAY 6 + 27 / ROYAL WINDSOR RACECOURSE
Taking place across both of the bank holidays in May, why not take a trip to Windsor Racecourse for their Family Fun Days? An action-packed day full of entertainment awaits you, with a free funfair that includes the UK’s largest dodgems. Children under 18 get free entry when accompanied by an adult, and also includes free rids on the giant funfair
For more information, visit www.windsor-racecourse.co.uk
IN THE NIGHT GARDEN LIVE / MAY 11 – 12 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Search for the funny sounds until you find them all, and join Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends for a trip through the Night Garden this May.
For more information, visit www.atgtickets.com
MY FIRST BALLET: SLEEPING BEAUTY / MAY 18 – 19 / RICHMOND THEATRE
Introduce the kids to their very first ballet this May, as the ever-enchanting tale of Sleeping Beautyis performed with a narrator, to help kids and adults alike follow the story. Will Aurora be woken from her magic century-long sleep by her one true love? Find out in Richmond this May.
For more information, visit www.atgtickets.com
DRAGON BOAT RACES AND FAMILY FUN DAY / MAY 19 / GOLDSWORTH LAKE, WOKING
Raise money for Woking Sam Beare Hospice by joining in with the annual Dragon Boat Race, held at Goldworth Park Lake. Teams compete in dragon boats speeding around the lake against the clock. Whether you’re spectating or taking part, fun for all is in store.
For more information, visit www.wsbhospices.co.uk
LITTLE EXPLORERS / MAY 20 / ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS, KEW
Let your little explorers loose at Kew for a morning of fun and games in the garden. Learn how plants grow, where our food comes from, and how the creatures and insects that share our natural habitat live.
For more information, visit www.kew.org
ADVENTURE GOLF / EXTREME MOTION, WINDSOR
Swing like you’re, winning and head for Extreme Motion Adventure Golf this half term. Set in the heart of Windsor’s Alexandra Gardens, conquer this 18-hole course, complete with crazy obstacles and obstructions, and be a winner in Windsor.
For more information, visit www.extrememotion.com
BBZ CREATIVE / TUESDAYS / BALLETBOYZ STUDIO, KINGSTON
From tots to teens – introduce the kids to a creative ballet session at the BalletBoyz studio in Kingston. Work on improving coordination and rhythm in a fun-filled 30 minutes, usingprops and themes to make creativity come alive.
For more information, visit www.balletboyz.com
PARK KIDS / MARBLE HILL HOUSE, MARBLE HILL PARK
Encouraging kids to lead an active lifestyle, Park Kids is just like Park Runbut for kids – simple! Providing free fun- running for toddlers and teens alike, run as little or as much as you want, in a safe and friendly environment.
For more information, visit www.kidsrunfree.co.uk