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Broadway And Beyond
Clearer Productions presents a showcase of well-loved numbers from film and stage musicals, including Carousel, South Pacific, Cabaret, Chicago and Spamalot.
Broadway Theatre, London SE6
Wed 22 May
£9 (£6.50) / 020 8690 0002
- 14:00
Oldham Coliseum Theatre
Sat 1 Jun
£14.50–£16.50 / 0161 624 2829
- 19:30
Plowright Theatre, Scunthorpe
Sun 9 Jun
£15 / 01724 277733
- 17:00
Glenfield Library, Leicester
Wed 22 May
Free / 0116 287 2934
- 10:00 – 11:30
Wed 29 May
Free / 0116 287 2934
- 10:00 – 11:30
Wed 5 Jun
Free / 0116 287 2934
- 10:00 – 11:30
Canada Day London
Ex-pats and wannabe canucks alike are invited to the Canada Day festivities at Trafalgar Square. Events showcasing Canadian fashion, food, art and sport (hockey, of course!) go off throughout the day. It's all capped off with a concert featuring multiple Juno award winners the Tragically Hip and Jann Arden.
Trafalgar Square, London WC2
Mon 1 Jul
Free / 020 7606 163
- 10:30 – 22:30
Cannock Chase Military History Weekend
A celebration of the region's military past with hands-on activities for all the family and proceeds going towards Help for Heroes.
Cannock Chase Visitors Centre
Sat 17 Aug
Free (there is a small charge for archery)
- 10:00 – 16:00
Sun 18 Aug
Free (there is a small charge for archery)
- 10:00 – 16:00
Cargo Hold Comedy for Kids
There's loads of family fun in Stephen Halkett's live stand up show.
The Tall Ship at Riverside, Glasgow
Sat 15 Jun
£5 (£3) / 0141 357 3699
Part of West End Festival.
- 13:30
CCH Community Fun Day
Fundraising fun for all the family.
Maryhill Community Central Hall, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 331 7673
- 12:00 – 16:00
Charlie Fletcher: Far Rockaway
Fletcher talks about his latest adventure book, and delves into his time working in film and TV. Ages 9+.
Harmony Garden, Melrose
Sat 15 Jun
Children's Landrover Safari
Exciting landrover tour for children aged 5–11, taking in Glencoe's fascinating wildlife and bloody and dramatic history. Outdoor clothing is required. Booking is essential.
Glencoe & Dalness
Wed 3 Jul
£8 per child / 0844 493 2222
- 10:30 – 12:00
Wed 10 Jul
£8 per child / 0844 493 2222
- 10:30 – 12:00
Wed 17 Jul
£8 per child / 0844 493 2222
- 10:30 – 12:00
Ashby De La Zouch Museum, Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Wed 18 Sep
£3 inc refreshments / 01530 560090
- 10:30
Firth Park Library, Sheffield
Fri 24 May
Free / 0114 203 7433
- 09:30 – 12:30
Fri 31 May
Free / 0114 203 7433
- 09:30 – 12:30
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 0114 203 7433
- 09:30 – 12:30
Newbold Verdon Library, Leicester
Fri 31 May
£1 / 0116 305 3661
- 10:00 – 12:00
Fri 28 Jun
£1 / 0116 305 3661
- 10:00 – 12:00
Fri 26 Jul
£1 / 0116 305 3661
- 10:00 – 12:00
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Craft Fair
A chance to browse and buy local crafts.
Brancepeth Castle, Durham
Fri 26 Jul
£2.50 ( £1.50) / 0191 378 0628
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 27 Jul
£2.50 ( £1.50) / 0191 378 0628
- 10:00 – 18:00
Sun 28 Jul
£2.50 ( £1.50) / 0191 378 0628
- 12:00 – 17:00
Brantwood, Coniston: Home Of John Ruskin
Sat 2 Nov
£2 for craft fair & house / 01539 441396
- 10:30 – 17:00
Sun 3 Nov
£2 for craft fair & house / 01539 441396
- 10:30 – 16:00
Hoveton Hall Gardens, Norwich
Sat 25 May
Free, plus admission £7, child £3.50, OAP £6.50, family £19, under 4s free / 01603 782798
- 10:30 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
Free, plus admission £7, child £3.50, OAP £6.50, family £19, under 4s free / 01603 782798
- 10:30 – 17:00
Mon 27 May
Free, plus admission £7, child £3.50, OAP £6.50, family £19, under 4s free / 01603 782798
- 10:30 – 17:00
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back to topCrail Festival
The festival returns after a three-year gap with headliners Phil Cunningham and Aly Bain and a line-up including Mairi MacLeod, Christine Bovill, Opera Bohemia, Temple Bros playing Everly and Cobblers the Clown. As well as musical entertainment there's art, drama, theatre and outdoor activities including a sandcastle…
Various Venues, Crail
Wed 17 Jul
Times & prices vary / 01333 540108
Thu 18 Jul
Times & prices vary / 01333 540108
Fri 19 Jul
Times & prices vary / 01333 540108
Creation Station
Kids get to explore drama and visual arts, having fun and improving their creativity along the way. Ages 8–11.
Platform, Glasgow
Mon 20 May
£45 for full block / 0141 276 9696
- 18:00 – 19:15
Mon 27 May
£45 for full block / 0141 276 9696
- 18:00 – 19:15
Mon 3 Jun
£45 for full block / 0141 276 9696
- 18:00 – 19:15
Cub Rangers
Themed events and activities based on woodland skills, including making a natural den, camp fire and where to find food.
National Trust: Croft Castle, Leominster
Wed 29 May
Visitor Reception
Children £3 adv booking essential, plus admission £7.70, child £4, family £19.50 / 01568 780246
- 12:00 – 15:00
Wed 7 Aug
Visitor Reception
Children £3 adv booking essential, plus admission £7.70, child £4, family £19.50 / 01568 780246
- 12:00 – 15:00
Wed 14 Aug
Visitor Reception
Children £3 adv booking essential, plus admission £7.70, child £4, family £19.50 / 01568 780246
- 12:00 – 15:00
Darren Shan: Zom-B
Shan talks about his (kid-friendly!) zombie apocalypse series.
Harmony Garden, Melrose
Sun 16 Jun
Digital Design Drop In
An opportunity to meet with and chat with visiting digital artists who explore the intersection of technology, art and design in their work.
Victoria & Albert Museum, London SW7
Sat 22 Jun
Room 133, Furniture
Free / 020 7942 2000
- 13:00 – 16:00
Dip-a-dee-doo-dah
Learn more about pond life at this family event.
The Ashoka Car Park, Glasgow
Sun 19 May
Free
- 13:30 – 15:30
Discover! Fitba' Crazy
Arts and crafts inspired by the beautiful game and the exhibition More Than a Game: How Scotland Shaped World Football.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9599
- 13:30 – 16:00
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9599
- 13:30 – 16:00
Discover Panorama Tower Day
Discover the views of Worcestershire from the extraordinary Panorama Tower. See if you can spot famous Worcestershire landmarks from this famous vantage point.
National Trust: Croome Park, Severn Stoke, Worcester
Sun 9 Jun
£2.50 / 01905 371006
- 12:00 – 15:00
Sun 14 Jul
£2.50 / 01905 371006
- 12:00 – 15:00
Sun 11 Aug
£2.50 / 01905 371006
- 12:00 – 15:00
Sun 13 Oct
£2.50 / 01905 371006
- 12:00 – 15:00
Drop-In Holiday Workshops
Arty outdoor activities inspired by the Jupiter artists to make the summer hols that little bit more creative. Suitable for ages 5–13.
Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston
Fri 5 Jul
£6 / 01506 889900
Today: 'Purple Haze' – A painting workshop based on Anya Gallaccio's installation.
- 13:00 – 15:00
Sat 6 Jul
£6 / 01506 889900
Today: 'Tree Image' – Painting and drawing workshop based on the art techniques of Tania Kovat.
- 13:00 – 15:00
Fri 12 Jul
£6 / 01506 889900
Today: 'Earth Moving' – Create your own clay and earth sculpture.
- 13:00 – 15:00
Edinburgh Little League Junior Baseball
If you harbour visions of your kids pitching for the Red Sox one day, these weekly baseball matches and training sessions should help them hone their ball skills and give you a taste of classic Americana to boot (don't forget the hot dogs and potato chips). Ages 6–13.
Warriston Playing Fields, Edinburgh
Sun 19 May
Free
- 13:00 – 15:00
Sun 26 May
Free
- 13:00 – 15:00
Sun 2 Jun
Free
- 13:00 – 15:00
Emil And The Detectives (Over 7s)
- Directed by: Bijan Sheibani
- Written by: Carl Miller (adapt)
An adventurous version by Carl Miller, of Erich Kastner's book on how a young boy journeying by himself to Berlin discovers the kindness of strangers. Directed by Bijan Sheibani.
National Theatre: Olivier, London SE1
Mon 25 Nov
£12–£48 (Children £13–£24) / 020 7452 3000
- 19:00
Tue 26 Nov
£12–£48 (Children £13–£24) / 020 7452 3000
- 19:00
Wed 27 Nov
£12–£48 (Children £13–£24) / 020 7452 3000
- 19:00
Falkirk parkrun
An informal weekly 5k run in Callendar Park. Everyone is welcome, no matter how fast or slow (you're welcome to walk the route, bring your dog or push a buggy), so you can use it as a one-off fitness test, a chance to get some fresh air or come every week to try to beat your personal best time. It's friendly and free, and…
Callendar Park, Falkirk
Sat 25 May
Free
- 09:30
Sat 1 Jun
Free
- 09:30
Sat 8 Jun
Free
- 09:30
Family Friendly Weekend
Creative workshops for families inspired by Glasgow Museums' collections, plus short, family-friendly tours throughout the day.
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 276 9300
- 11:00 – 13:00
- 14:00 – 15:30
Sun 26 May
Free / 0141 276 9300
- 11:00 – 13:00
- 14:00 – 15:30
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9300
- 11:00 – 15:30
Sun 16 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9300
- 11:00 – 15:30
Family Fun Day
Fun for all the family with activities throughout the grounds of Scone Palace.
Scone Palace, Perth
Sun 4 Aug
£6 (£5.40; Children £4.20; Family £19) / 01738 552300
- 09:30 – 17:00
Famous People Collage
Cut out pictures of your favourite famous folk or characters from TV and film and make a collage for your bedroom wall.
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Sat 20 Jul
Free / 0300 123 6789
- 10:30 – 12:30




