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Fancy some fun in the sun with the family? Whether it’s going on a bug hunt in the countryside, finding your favourite characters from the TV screen on the stage, or simply getting messy with some art and crafts – discover what’s on and find the best family days out taking place in Surrey this June.
BUGS AND BUTTERFLIES TRAIL / MAY 27 – JUNE 25 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Be a nature explorer and find all bugs and butterflies hidden around Painshill this May half-term. Included with general admission/free for members. Book in advance online and save up to 20%!
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
HEY DUGGEE / MAY 31 – JUNE 4 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
SQUIRRELS, GET READY! Everyone’s big lovable dog, Hey Duggee, is touring for the first time EVER and here’s your chance to see him! Betty wants to make costumes, Happy wants to sing, Tagwants to make music, Norrie wants to dance, Roly wants jelly, and they all want you to join them at the Clubhouse. There is so much to do, but luckily Duggee has his theatre badge. Will you get yours too? A-Woof! Get ready for much family fun this May at Kingston’s Rose Theatre.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
WATTS TOTS IN THE WOODLANDS / JUNE 2 + 16 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
Taking place on the first and third Friday of the month, immerse your little ones in artistic surroundings and get creative with the kids at the acclaimed Watts Gallery Artist’s Village in Compton. For those under 5s and their adults, participate in an early year’s multi-sensory session while being inspired by nature and the surrounding woodlands.
For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk
FAMILY FUN DAY / JUNE 3 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Family Fun Day is back at G Live this June. Finishing the summer half term with some Freemium entertainment, head to Guildford’s multi-arts venue at the top of the High Street. Featuring Pottery Painting and DJ workshops, Face Painting, Dance Classes, Arts and Craft tables, Reading Corners to spark the imagination and a Sensory Spectacular area and games for the little ones, there’s something for little kids and big kids alike! No need to book in advance. Just turn up on the day.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
TREE CLIMBING / JUNE 3 + 4 / BOX HILL, TADWORTH
Indulge your little one’s thirst for adventure and join the Big Tree Climbing Company for a weekend in the trees at Surrey Hills’ iconic landmark, Box Hill. Enjoy the heady heights and get a bird’s eye view of the glorious woodlands, all under the expert guidance and tutelage of the pros.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk/box-hill
THE SMEDS AND THE SMOOS / JUNE 9 – 11 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
A stellar show based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? Head for Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre and enjoy music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged three and up this June.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
JUNIOR CHEFS – MOVIE NIGHT / JUNE 10 / GORDON RAMSAY ACADEMY, WOKING
Suitable for aspiring chefs aged 11 – 15, why not visit the Gordon Ramsay Academy in Woking this month? With a range of sessions for kids this June, your mini-Masterchefs can learn how to make some tasty pizza and chocolate treats, perfect for a Saturday Movie Night. All that’s left to do is choose the film.
For more information, visit gordonramsayacademy.com
D!G / JUNE 11 / RAMSTER GARDENS, CHIDDINGFOLD
Enjoy outdoor theatre for little one’s in the glorious surroundings of Ramster Gardens this June. Nestled away deep in the countryside, experiencing a gentle introduction to theatre, D!g brings to life the story of growing plants, busy bugs and wiggly worms. Perfect for six months – 2 years.
For more information, visit ramsterevents.com
MINI PAINTERS / JUNE 16 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
Designed for little ones under 5, wander over to The Lightbox in Woking and join in with this messy painting session. Get creative and help improve sensory development and fine motor skills. All materials are provided, and advance booking is required.
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
MARK THOMPSON’S SPECTACULAR SCIENCE SHOW / JUNE 24 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
If you think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen before. Designed for children and adults alike, Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even howling jelly babies! Awarded ‘Best Kid’s Show at Edinburgh Fringe’ by The Derek Awards, this interactive show promises to entertain and educate in the most spectacular way.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk