September and Back to School

With the school holidays coming to and end, now is the time to make the most of your weekends and the hopefully sunny days of September before the leaves start to fall and thoughts turn to Christmas – yes its on its way!

But until then we’ve found the best places to continue the summer family fun, read on…

AirHop in locations nationwide

Jump into a world of excitement at AirHop Adventure and Trampoline Parks. With 18 parks located around the UK, you are never too far from ultimate bouncing fun in all weathers!

They’re also the perfect place for your next kids birthday party with various 100%-Fun-Zero-Stress party packages that all come with party hosts, food and party room or area.

Jump In locations nationwide

Jump into a world of excitement at Jump In Adventure and Trampoline Parks. With 8 parks located around the UK, you are never too far from ultimate bouncing fun in all weathers! They’re also the perfect place for your next kids birthday party with various 100%-Fun-Zero-Stress party packages that all come with party hosts, food and party room or area.

Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire

Sparks will fly on November 2nd as the Jump season returns to Ascot.

After a day of action-packed racing and exciting family-friendly activities, a spectacle like no other awaits. Brace yourself for the region’s largest fireworks display with over 20,000 mesmerizing sparks. So, mark your calendars and grab your tickets from just £30pp, and remember, Kids go FREE!

Book now at ascot.com

Rush in Birmingham and Buckinghamshire

Jump into a world of excitement at Rush Adventure and Trampoline Parks. With parks located in Birmingham and High Wycombe, you are never too far from ultimate bouncing fun in all weathers! They’re also the perfect place for your next kids birthday party with various 100%-Fun-Zero-Stress party packages that all come with party hosts, food and party room or area.

Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex in Surrey

Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex is a family fun paradise, packed with excitement at every corner! From thrilling ice skating and splash-filled swimming pools to the joy of bowling and adventurous soft play, there’s endless fun for everyone.

With easy online booking, planning your next family adventure is simple, ensuring a day of laughter, play, and unforgettable memories for all ages.

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Back to School 2024...

Museum Little Mice at the National Waterfront Museum

Free monthly sessions for under fives at the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea. Expect craft, songs and storytime with a different theme each month.

Heritage Open Days at Basildon Park

Enjoy a free family day out at Basildon Park in Berkshire from 6th to 15th September. The estate is open for free as part of Heritage Open Days 2024.

Wildflower Wonderland – Family Nature Trail at RSPB Ham Wall

Find out about wildflowers and their history in medicinal folklore as you follow the family nature trail at RSPB Ham Wall in Somerset until 16th October.

Girl and staff feeding the deer at the New Forest Wildlife Park

Keeper Talks at the New Forest Wildlife Park

Spend some time at the amazing New Forest Wildlife Park and enjoy a Keeper Talk. Held daily throughout 2024.

CH Roe Commemorative Weekend at The Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft

Learn about the Charles H Roe coachbuilding company and enjoy all the usual attractions at The Trolleybus Museum in Lincolnshire on 21st and 22nd September.

The Planetarium Experience at Winchester Science Centre

Visit the Planetarium at Winchester Science Centre for an exciting flight through the solar system at 6.30pm on 13th September, 11th October & 8th November.

Halloween Spook-tacular at Millets Farm Centre

Pick your own pumpkins, Halloween Circus and disco! Enjoy the Halloween event at Millets Farm Centre in Oxfordshire on selected dates from 28th September.

Huge model dinosaur Betsy the triceratops with handlers.

Dino Day at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre

Look out for the huge dinosaurs at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre's ROAR-some event on 15th September! Also steam train rides and all the usual attractions.

Wildlife Explorer Backpacks at RSPB Ham Wall

Hire a Wildlife Explorer Backpack for children and then spend a day out having fun at RSPB Ham Wall near Glastonbury in Somerset until 23rd November 2024.

Talk Like a Pirate Day! at Oak House

Little pirates in the family? Take them along to Oak House in West Bromwich on Sunday 22nd September and join in this fun pirate-themed event.

Thrillseeker Taster Days 2024 at Ackers Adventure

A wonderful chance to try adventure activities including skiing, kayaking, zip wire, archery and more in Birmingham on selected dates during 2024.

Lamb Feeding Experience at the Cotswold Farm Park

Head to the Animal Barn at the Cotswold Farm Park in Gloucestershire from 20th April until 29th September and enjoy bottle feeding the growing lambs.

Ascarium: Tricks & Treats at SEA LIFE Manchester

Head to SEA LIFE Manchester this Halloween! Enjoy the spooky fun from 23rd September to 3rd November as the centre goes from aquarium to Ascarium!

Potato & Sweetcorn Shindig at Hatton Adventure World

Autumn is here! Take the family to harvest their own sweetcorn and potatoes at Hatton in Warwickshire on weekends from 7th September to 6th October.

Ghost Cruises with Sabrina Tours

Book your tickets for a spooky ghost cruise down the Severn in Shrewsbury on dates from 30th September. A Halloween treat for families with older children!

Junior Experience Days 2024 at Thruxton Race Circuit

Juniors can enjoy the thrill of getting behind the wheel at Thruxton Race Circuit in Hampshire. Held on selected dates during this period.

Family Saturdays at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Family Saturdays at Cambridge University Botanic Gardens are great fun! Held on selected dates from May to November.

Children throwing autumn leaves up in the air.

September Family Fun at Eastnor Castle

Zip wire, birds of prey, archery, woodland activities and trail! Check out the family fun at Eastnor Castle in Herefordshire this September.

A Spitfire vintage aeroplane against a blue sky.

Icons of the Sky – Air Festival at Longleat

Air festival featuring breath-taking aerobatics, flyovers, balloon launches, wing walkers and more at Longleat in Wiltshire from 13th to 15th September.

Halloween Big Build activity at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.

Brick-or-Treat Monster Party at LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Birmingham

Take the kids to enjoy non-stop Halloween party fun at LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre in Birmingham on selected dates from 5th October to 3rd November.

Quiet Day at The Deep

Look forward to a more relaxed, tranquil atmosphere on Quiet Day at The Deep in Hull on 18th September. Lights and audio in the aquarium will be adjusted.

Adult and two children running across grass.

The Old Bear’s Nature Trail at Hampton Court Castle

Find beautifully carved animal sculptures as you follow the nature trail for families at Hampton Court Castle in Herefordshire until 29th September.

Summer Sunday Open Days 2024 at Sevington Victorian School

Visit Sevington Victorian School in Wiltshire and learn
what school was like in the past. Sunday Open Days run on 11th August and 15th September 2024.

Wild Woods – Exhibition at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery

Kids can learn about woodland nature, dress up and more at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery's free exhibition in Stoke-on-Trent until 2nd November.

Farm machinery at Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park.

Harvest Celebration at Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park

Apple pressing, farm machinery displays, music, animals, adventure play! Celebrate harvest time at Hogshaw Farm in Buckinghamshire on 28th & 29th September.

How Does It Work? at the History of Science Museum

Take the kids to get hands on with scientific instruments at the History of Science Museum in Oxford on selected dates until 24th November. Entry is free.

Medieval Experience Weekend at Avoncroft Museum

Join historical re-enactment groups at Avoncroft Museum in Worcestershire on 21st and 22nd September for demonstration battles and living history camps.

Docks Heritage Weekend 2024

Join in a variety of activities at four sites in Bristol over the weekend of the 28th-29th September and learn more about the city's maritime heritage.

Here be Dragons – Exhibition at The Story Museum

Take the kids to discover the world of dragons at The Story Museum's exciting new family-friendly exhibition in Oxford from 13th July 2024 until July 2025.

boy looking into large tropical fish tank

CoComelon at SEA LIFE Birmingham

Join JJ from CoComelon for an undersea adventure at SEA LIFE in Birmingham from 7th to 29th September. Follow the activity trail and meet exciting animals.

Very young children playing with toy cars on the floor.

Welly Tots at Wellington Country Park

Planning activities for toddlers in the Reading area? Head to the Adventure Room at Wellington Country Park on weekdays in term time and join in the fun.

Child in pumpkin patch made out of LEGO bricks.

Brick-or-Treat Monster Party at LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Manchester

Take the family to join the Monsters for non-stop Halloween party fun at LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre in Manchester from 28th September to 3rd November.

White and orange carved pumpkins for Halloween.

PYO Pumpkins @ Lower Drayton Farm

Pick and carve your own pumpkins and then enjoy a spooky walk and witch school at Lower Drayton Farm in Staffordshire on selected dates from 28th September!

An adult and two children looking at something together.

Clwb Crefft for Children at the National Wool Museum

Children can get hands on with a variety of craft activities at the National Wool Museum in Carmarthenshire on selected dates until 7th December 2024.

Canoeing at Attingham Park

Enjoy canoeing on the gentle River Tern at Attingham Park in Shropshire on selected dates until 29th September. Booking is advisable.

Oxford Open Doors 2024

Find out what's on for the annual Oxford Open Doors festival. On 14th and 15th September there is a great choice of activities with lots to enjoy for free.

Young Engineers at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway

Budding engineers can learn more about the world of steam and diesel railways at Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway's event on 28th and 29th September.

Lots of coloured plastic building bricks.

Brick History – LEGO® Exhibition at the Museum of Gloucester

See the past brought to life by intricate LEGO® models at the Museum of Gloucester's family-friendly exhibition, which runs until 6th October.

Jungle Cubs at Paignton Zoo

Join in these special morning events designed for the very youngest zoo explorers at Paignton Zoo in Devon. Held on selected dates.

Child with magnifying glass on a nature walk.

Nature Explorer Backpacks at Anne Hathaway’s Cottage

Borrow a backpack at Anne Hathaway's Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon and encourage the kids to try the activities and learn more about nature and wildlife.

Arboretum Summer Geocache Trail – Harcourt Arboretum

Follow the trail to find the geocaches hidden around Harcourt Arboretum near Oxford and enjoy the activities. Trails are available until 20th October.

Generic child holding binoculars and birdwatching

Wildlife Explorer Backpack Hire at Newport Wetlands

Learn about the residents of RSPB Newport Wetlands in South Wales with the help of a wildlife explorer backpack with themed activities to keep kids busy.

Skybound – Science Show at Techniquest

Learn more about gravity, natural forces and flight. This exciting live science show at Techniquest in Cardiff runs on selected dates until 29th September.

Adult and two young children holding freshly dug potatoes during Lower Drayton Farm's harvest event.

Harvest Hoedown at PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm

Join in the harvest celebrations and pick your own veggies on a day out at PLAY@ Lower Drayton Farm in Staffordshire on selected dates this September.

A family enjoying an event at the Roman Baths in Somerset.

Solve the Medusa Mystery at the Roman Baths

Follow this exciting time-travelling trail on a day out at the Roman Baths in Somerset this autumn. Trail available from 14th September to 1st December.

The exterior of Harlech Castle viewed across the golf course.

Open Doors Tours at Harlech Castle

Discover magnificent Harlech Castle in North Wales for free as part of Open Doors 2024 over the weekend of 28th-29th September. Free entry and free tours!

Child looking at a tree trunk on a nature walk.

Heritage Open Day: Explore Sarehole Mill

Visit Sarehole Mill in Birmingham for free on 14th September as part of Heritage Open Days and then explore the grounds with mill pond and Woodland Realm.

Pumpkin Patch at Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park

Pick your own pumpkins and join in the family-friendly Halloween fun near Bath on selected dates from 28th September to 31st October.

Owain Glyndwr Day at Harlech Castle

Travel back in time with historical re-enactment group The Ardudwy Knights at Harlech Castle's special event on 15th September to mark Owain Glyndwr Day.