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Colourful Chemistry – Science Show at Techniquest Cardiff

Chemistry that looks like magic! Don't miss this spectacular live science show at Techniquest Cardiff on weekends from 6th June to 5th July.

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Firing up for Father’s Day Weekend at Avoncroft Museum

Visit Avoncroft Museum in Worcestershire over Father's Day weekend. Stationary engines, displays, miniature train rides and more on 20th and 21st June.

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Dunster Castle in Somerset.

Family Trail at Dunster Castle

Follow the family trail, 'Motte & Bailey Investigate the Viking Raid on Watchet Mint', at Dunster Castle in Somerset from 23rd May to 12th July.

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Lyme Regis Fossil Festival

Enjoy a packed programme of family-friendly activities, fossil hunts and more along the Jurassic Coast in the Lyme Regis Fossil Festival, 13-14th June.

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Father’s Day at Castell Coch

Explore fairytale Castell Coch near Cardiff this Father's Day weekend and join in special activities such as card and badge making. Tours also available.

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Festival of Nature

Festival of Nature is the UK’s largest free celebration of the natural world. Takes 6–14 June across Bristol and Bath and surrounding areas, and online.

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Waterfront Wildings – National Waterfront Museum

Creative seasonal activities for children aged 2-5 years in the garden at the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea. Fortnightly on Wednesdays in term time.

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Meet Hey Duggee at Woburn Safari Park

Meet family favourite, Duggee at Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire on Saturday 13th June, with set appearance times throughout the day.

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Attingham Park Canoe Trail 2026

Enjoy canoeing on the River Tern during a family day out at Attingham Park in Shropshire on selected dates until 27th September. Booking is advisable.

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The Royal Three Counties Show

Animals, arena entertainment, have-a-go activities for all ages and more! Visit the Royal Three Counties Show in Worcestershire from 12th to 14th June.

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Caerphilly Castle in South Wales.

Father’s Day Fit for a Lord at Caerphilly Castle

A fun family day out in South Wales for Father's Day. Join tours, have a go at craft activities and make cards at Caerphilly Castle on Sunday 21st June.

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June Family Fun at Eastnor Castle

Birds of prey, circus skills, supercars and animal encounters! Find out what's on at Eastnor Castle in Herefordshire this June and plan a family day out.

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The Lincolnshire Show

Two action-packed days of entertainment celebrating food, farming and the countryside. The Lincolnshire Show takes place on 17th and 18th June.

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Wildlife Explorers Club at RSPB Ynys-hir

Kids interested in wildlife? Book young nature lovers aged 8-12 years into this monthly club at RSPB Ynys-hir in Ceredigion. Sessions run 10.30am-12.30pm.

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Superhero Takeover at Plantasia Tropical Zoo

Meet five incredible superheroes, pose for photos and join in themed activities at Plantasia Tropical Zoo in Swansea on Saturday 27th June.

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50 Years of Aardman at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Find out what's on at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery to mark 50 years of Aardman in Bristol this summer. Try the mini-museum hunt and visit the exhibition.

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Biosphere Festival – Celebration Across the Island

Join the Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival from 27 June – 5 July 2026 - nine days of free or low-cost family-friendly events and activities.

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Giraffe Gala Weekend at Woburn Safari Park

Join the Giraffe Gala Weekend at Woburn Safari Park on 20–21 June for a fun-filled family event supporting giraffe conservation.

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Festival of Flight at The Shuttleworth Trust

Look forward to breath-taking air displays and a host of ground attractions at Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire at Festival of Flight on 27th and 28th June.

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Convoy Cymru at Pembrey Circuit

Enjoy family fun at Convoy Cymru - Pembrey Circuit on 20–21 June and experience an action-packed Truck Racing Festival.

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Family Explorer Tours at Weston Park

Join a special family tour of Weston Park in Shropshire on selected dates during the summer. Tours last an hour and bring the history of Weston to life.

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Father’s Day at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park

Half-price tickets at Farmer Palmer's Farm Park in Dorset for dads, grandpas and father figures over Father's Day weekend. Enjoy a great family day out!

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Medieval Merriment at Caernarfon Castle

Medieval re-enactors will bring Caernarfon Castle in North Wales to life over the weekend of 20th to 21st June. Treat Dad to a fun day out for Father's Day!

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Steam locomotive and crane on the harbourside at Bristol.

Train, Boat and Crane Trips 2026 at M Shed

Visit Bristol's exciting museum M Shed on selected dates until 1st November and treat the children to a ride on one of the large working exhibits.

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Wild Bunbury – Bunbury Village Day 2026

A celebration of wildlife, countryside and community spirit, Wild Bunbury in Cheshire on Saturday 13th June features a parade, stalls, wildlife and more.

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Gladiator Weekend at Chedworth Roman Villa

Family fun in Gloucestershire for Father's Day weekend. Watch gladiators clash in arena shows, attend Gladiator School and even challenge Dad in combat!

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Heritage Bus Rides at Oxford Bus Museum

Enjoy a heritage bus ride and see the collection of heritage buses, cars and cycles at Oxford Bus Museum on selected dates from February half term onwards.

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Meet the Marchers at Tretower Court and Castle

Join living history group the Marcher Stuarts at Tretower in Powys on four weekends in 2026 and find out what day-to-day life was like in the 17th century.

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The SAXONS – Exhibition at Discover Bucks Museum

Take the children to learn about the lives of Saxons in Buckinghamshire at Discover Bucks Museum's exciting new exhibition from 28th March to 1st November.

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William Morris Wombat Trail at Watts Gallery

A lovely playful way to learn more about art. Follow hidden clues to find all the wombats along the trail at Watts Gallery in Surrey until 10th January.

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Jack and Nancy’s Dockyard Adventure by Quentin Blake

Enjoy Jack & Nancy’s Dockyard Adventure, a fun family trail illustrated by Quentin Blake - solve clues, explore the dockyard, enjoy a fun day of discovery.

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Gyro World Record Attempt at The Shuttleworth Trust

Find out whether the record will be broken at the Gyro World Record Attempt at Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire on Saturday 13th June. Free entry to the event.

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Medieval Re-enactment Day at Denbigh Castle

Take the family to Denbigh Castle's medieval re-enactment event on 20th and 21st June and learn what life was like in the castle during the medieval period.

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Dad’s Go Free at Whitehouse Farm Centre

From 15th to 21st June, Dads Go Free at Whitehouse Farm in Northumberland. 1 free ticket per full paying child.

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British Truck Racing Championship (Convoy Cymru) at Pembrey Circuit

Thrilling races from the British Truck Racing Championship plus support championships on 20th and 21st June at Pembrey Circuit in Carmarthenshire.

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Father’s Day LEGO Weekend at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

Join in a range of LEGO activities at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum on 20th and 21st June. A fun family day out for Father's Day weekend.

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DENS Castle Walk

Support people in crisis. and join DENS Castle Walk this Summer in Hertfordshire - a family-friendly walking challenge through stunning countryside.

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Sportsfest 2026 – Family Trail at REME Museum

Grab your trail pack and learn more about REME's past as you follow the family trail around REME Museum in Wiltshire from 10th January to 13th December.

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Meet the Household at Plas Mawr

Costumed characters will bring Plas Mawr, a fine town house in Conwy, to life on four Saturdays in 2026. Take the kids to learn more about life in the past!

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A toddler looking at a colourful interactive display at Techniquest Cardiff.

Toddler Day at Techniquest Cardiff

Pre-school children have exclusive run of exhibits and can join in special activities at Techniquest Cardiff's Toddler Days on Fridays in term time.

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Water Fun at Alderford Lake

Try out the giant inflatable aquapark and hire paddleboards, kayaks and canoes at Alderford Lake in Shropshire on selected dates this summer. Book ahead.

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Pirate Weekend at Conwy Castle

Take the family to meet pirates attacking mighty Conwy Castle in North Wales on 13th and 14th June. This event is part of the two-day Conwy Pirate Festival.

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Dads Go Free at Whitehouse Farm Centre

Surprise Dad with a fantastic family day out at Whitehouse Farm Centre in Northumberland to celebrate Father's Day! Dads go free from 15th to 21st June.

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Meet Stick Man at Woburn Safari Park

Meet Stick Man at Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire on 21st June at the Foot Safari. There will be special appearances throughout the day.

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