This weekend, Kids

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360 Cinema

The Soul Dome, a 360' inflatable cinema dome, has its inaugural appearance at Brighton Fringe. Totally immersive sensory ecstatic shows programmed to suit all age groups, with live and interactive elements. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Jubilee Square, Brighton

360' Immersive yoga, dance, singing

For ALL info and booking: http://www.souldome.com/#!360-workshops/cn72 Yoga, Dance, Choir, Talks …. We have taken it up a level and created breath-taking projections to enhance an acoustically perfect space into a ecstatic environment for an intimate workshop. You could be in the amazon jungle, a beach in thailand or…

Jubilee Square, Brighton

Sat 25 May

£7 (£5) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 26 May

£7 (£5) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Acting Up Drama Workshops

Fun drama workshops aimed at building confidence and creativity and leading towards an annual performance devised by the kids themselves. Children with additional needs from 10.30am; ages 5–11 from 11am; another block from 1pm and ages 12–16 from 2.30pm.

CCA, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

Prices vary / 07974 270053

  • 10:30 – 16:00

B-Fest Brighton Youth Arts Festival

Showcasing young talent from across Brighton and Hove with guests from across the UK including live music, theatre, dance, workshops, exhibitions and installations. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Brighton Youth Centre

Sat 25 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 26 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

50th Anniversary Of Hinton Ampner Re-Opening

A week-long celebration marking the anniversary of Ralph Dutton re-opening Hinton following the completion of refurbishment to repair extensive fire damage. The house will be decked out in 1960s style to mark the occasion.

National Trust: Hinton Ampner Garden, Bramdean, Alresford

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £7.70, child £3.70, family £19.20 / 01962 771305

  • 10:00 – 18:00

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £7.70, child £3.70, family £19.20 / 01962 771305

  • 10:00 – 18:00
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Alien Invasion

A special extraterrestrial exhibition featuring costumes and props from some of the most iconic sci-fi films and TV shows of all time. Browse memorabilia from the likes of Predator, Star Wars and Doctor Who, or take in the 360 degree film, We Are Aliens, narrated by Rupert Grint (AKA Ron Weasley).

Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh

Sat 25 May

Included in admission / 0131 550 7800

  • 10:00 – 17:30

Sun 26 May

Included in admission / 0131 550 7800

  • 10:00 – 17:30

Aston's Stones: Teater Pero (Ages 3-6)

A story about the little dog who wants to take care of all the stones he can find. Some are big and some are small. One is sad and another one feels cold. All are in need of someone to care for them.

Aberystwyth Arts Centre Cinema

Sun 26 May

£4–£8 / 01970 623232

  • 14:00

Avenue Q

  • Directed by: John Plews
  • Written by: lyrics)

A production of the musical that won three Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Original Score.

Upstairs At The Gatehouse, London N6

Sat 25 May

£10; £16; £14 (£14; £12) / 020 8340 3488

  • 19:30

Sun 26 May

£10; £16; £14 (£14; £12) / 020 8340 3488

  • 16:00

2013 Weekend Milling Demonstrations

See how this fully restored working water mill produces stone-ground wholemeal flour using the power of the river Itchen.

National Trust: Winchester City Mill

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £3.70, child £1.85, family £9.25 / 01962 870057

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £3.70, child £1.85, family £9.25 / 01962 870057

  • 11:00 – 16:00

360' Cinema and Shows for Kids

For information on all shows please click here http://www.souldome.com/#!kids-360/c18ty Utterly Brilliant new kids shows! Using 360' immersive projection, we are delighted to present the stories of Pleebles, Freddie Fox, Queen Grandma, Space Unicorns, Intergalactic Galaxy trips and Underwater voyages. As well…

Jubilee Square, Brighton

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50 Things In The Woodland

Build a den, explore inside a tree, climb a huge hill, hunt for bugs, and more.

National Trust: Chartwell, Westerham

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £12, child £6, family £30 / 01732 866368/868381

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £12, child £6, family £30 / 01732 866368/868381

  • 11:00 – 16:00

50 Things To Do Before You Are 11 3/4

Various activities for children under 12.

National Trust: Llanerchaeron, Aberaeron

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £6.45, child £3.27, family £16.18 / 01545 570200

  • 10:30 – 16:00

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £6.45, child £3.27, family £16.18 / 01545 570200

  • 10:30 – 16:00

National Trust: Peckover House, Wisbech

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £6.50, child £3.25, family £16.25 / 01945 583463

  • 12:00 – 16:30

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £6.50, child £3.25, family £16.25 / 01945 583463

  • 12:00 – 16:30

National Trust: Sutton House, London E9

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £3.50, child £1, family £6.90 / 020 8986 2264

  • 12:00 – 16:00

50 Things To Do Before Your 11 And Three Quarters

Why not call an Owl, hunt for bugs, make a grass trumpet or feel like your flying in the wind. There are many different activities to experience, so come and have a look.

National Trust: Oxburgh Hall, King's Lynn

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £7.80, child £3.90, family £19.50 / 01366 328258

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £7.80, child £3.90, family £19.50 / 01366 328258

  • 11:00 – 16:00

50 Things To Do Before You're 11 And 3/4

Re-create childhood pastimes, such as tree climbing and paddling, as part of the 50 Things campaign to get children outdoors.

National Trust: Speke Hall, Liverpool

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £8.60, child £4.30, family £21.50 / 0151 427 7231

  • 11:00 – 17:00

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £8.60, child £4.30, family £21.50 / 0151 427 7231

  • 11:00 – 17:00

Aberdeen parkrun

An informal weekly 5k run along the Beach Esplanade. 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…

Beach Esplanade, Aberdeen

Sat 25 May

Free

  • 09:30
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Absolutely Brighton, the Wonderful Brighton Story

Brighton's colourful history brought to life on this acclaimed 90 minute guided walk. Find secret tunnels, 'twittens', and a long forgotten lost black cat on this unique tour. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Royal Albion Hotel, Brighton

Sat 25 May

£7 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 26 May

£7 / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Ageas Salisbury International Arts Festival 2013

The 41st Salisbury International Arts Festival presents a bountiful programme of theatre, music, dance, visual art, kids and literature events.

Salisbury Arts Festival

Sat 25 May

Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651

Sun 26 May

Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651

The Airedale Coin Collection

See coins dating back to 871, featuring coins from the reign of every monarch since Alfred The Great, except two and meet the man behind the collection.

National Trust: East Riddlesden Hall, Keighley

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £5.30, child £2.60, family £11.60 / 01535 683800

  • 10:30 – 16:00

Animal Buddies

Wander the museums in search of animal inspiration then create a wheeled wee friend to take home.

Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh

Sat 25 May

Free / 0131 529 4142

  • 10:30 – 12:30
  • 13:30 – 15:30

Animal Trackers

Hunt for the clues around the gardens to track the missing animals down and find out other ways to spot if animals have visited your garden to collect a prize.

National Trust: The Weir, Hereford

Sat 25 May

£2 per trail, plus admission £5.70, child £2.90, family £13.50, adv booking required / 01981 590509

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Sun 26 May

£2 per trail, plus admission £5.70, child £2.90, family £13.50, adv booking required / 01981 590509

  • 11:00 – 16:00
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Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum

Sat 25 May

Free / 01926 742700

  • 13:00 – 15:00

ARThouse

A 12-week course in hands-on art-making, including drawing and painting, printmaking, model making, sculpture and fashion design. Ages 5–8 from 10am; ages 9–12 from 11.30am. Booking is essential.

House for an Art Lover, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

£75 per child, including all materials and equipment / 0141 353 4770

Arty Smarty Party (Ages 7-14)

Explore the museum and participate in craft activities including clay tile making, T-shirt decorating, jewellery making or card making.

Abbey House Museum, Leeds

Sat 25 May

£40 adv booking essential / 0113 230 5492

  • 10:00 – 11:30

Sun 26 May

£40 adv booking essential / 0113 230 5492

  • 10:00 – 11:30

Ask the Expert: Explore Your Universe

Meet experts working on astronomy and space exploration projects and find out about the scientific questions they are trying to answer and the practical problems they have to solve.

Royal Observatory Greenwich, London SE10

Sat 25 May

Free / 020 8858 4422

  • 13:30 – 16:30

Sun 26 May

Free / 020 8858 4422

  • 13:30 – 16:30

Audley End Through The Ages!

Monks, Monarchs and Munitions! Discover the incredible history of Audley End House and Gardens when we bring history to life with camp life, music and dance, plus fun family activities!

English Heritage: Audley End House And Gardens, Saffron Walden

Sun 26 May

£15 (£13.50; Children £9; Family £39.20; Member £1.60; Member Concession £1.40; Member Children £1.20; Member Family £4.40) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:00 – 17:00
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